Apex Legends: EA’s Focus on Refining Current Game, Not Creating Sequel

As the gaming world rapidly evolves, the future of popular titles like Apex Legends is a key discussion point among industry leaders. EA’s executives have been clear: a sequel isn’t in their plans, especially in the live-service arena. Instead, their focus is on refining the existing game to elevate player experience, avoiding disruptions in the established community. EA’s CEO recently touched on the topic of Apex Legends during an investor call.

He expressed reservations about creating a sequel, noting that a “version two” often fails to capture the original’s success. When asked about a potential overhaul, he explained that for live-service games, such changes have historically not fared well. He clarified that his comments don’t apply to traditional sequels of big franchises but rather to recent live-service games introducing major updates branded as “2,” such as Overwatch 2 and Counter-Strike 2, which act more like extensive updates than true sequels.

Ultimately, EA and Respawn are focused on seasonal improvements, allowing players to keep their progress and investments within the current framework. The CEO stressed the importance of avoiding situations where the community has to choose between past investments and new content. This reflects their commitment to creating a supportive environment for players.

Although there were brief discussions about changing the seasonal approach for Apex Legends, the developer quickly rolled back contentious ideas after player feedback. Now, each season includes two battle passes and a renewed focus on key areas like game stability and combating cheating. Their priority is to respond to player needs and keep enhancing the gameplay experience.