Apex Legends is set introducing private matches to the free-to-play battle royale game via the upcoming Spellbound event.
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The Spellbound event begins January 10 and runs until January 24. During the event window, limited-time mode Control is creating a return to Apex Legends, meaning players can take part in 9 vs. 9 battles to control zones on the map with infinite respawns. Control is going to be available to play at Storm Point: Barometer, World’s Edge: Lava Siphon and Olympus: Hammond Labs.
Players will also be able to invite friends to compete in private tournament matches. “Want to host your own tournaments? Private matches are actually readily available for all players. Prepare to create your own tournament codes and host custom private matches,” said EA, announcing this news. “Squad up with your friends and provide it a go!”
According to screenshots in the upcoming update, up to 60 players and five spectators will be able to get involved with the tournament matches using a unique code. However, no XP or any other progressions could be earned during these tournament matches and cross-play must be enabled to sign up.
Apex Legends is also set to introduce a number of 24, enchanting limited-time cosmetics to go alongside the Spellbound event. These include legendary skins for Vantage, Seer, Mad Maggie, Mirage and much more.
“All 24 items will be available through direct purchase (for Apex coins or crafting metals) as well as in Spellbound Event Apex Packs for the whole duration of the big event,” confirmed EA. “If you unlock all 24 cosmetics before the event is over, you'll automatically receive Seer's new Heirloom, the Showstoppers.”
The update will also bring several bug fixes to Apex Legends in addition to some fine-tuning to spawning “to further try to prevent players from spawning close to enemies”. Elsewhere, the patch will extend the window players can join in-progress matches, as well as providing new perks. The update will also introduce 10 new welcome challenges “to help beginners learn Apex Legends.”
The full patch notes are available here.
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