Apex Legends Bids Farewell to Nintendo Switch: What Players Need to Know
Respawn Entertainment, the creative force behind Apex Legends, has announced that it will conclude its support for the Nintendo Switch with the launch of Season 30 this summer. After this pivotal update, players will transition to the new Nintendo Switch 2 and other current gaming platforms, leaving the original Switch behind. As highlighted in a recent update on X, “Season 29 will mark the last chapter for Apex Legends on the Nintendo Switch.”
Mark your calendars for August 4, 2026—the date when Apex Legends will no longer be accessible on the classic Switch. Fortunately, fans still have a few months to immerse themselves in the high-octane battles and prepare for the move to a new platform. Respawn reassured players that all progress, purchases, and in-game earnings are securely linked to their individual EA accounts. In a comforting note, the team confirmed that everything a player has acquired—be it Apex Coins or cosmetic items—will seamlessly transfer to the Switch 2, even for those who decide to purchase the new console after the cutoff date.
While the upgraded Switch 2 promises a superior gaming experience for Apex Legends, the news may still feel disappointing for loyal players of the original Switch who hadn’t planned on upgrading in the near future. Since its debut on Switch in 2021—two years after its initial launch on other platforms—Apex Legends has become a favorite among battle royale enthusiasts.
As this chapter comes to a close, players can anticipate fresh adventures ahead with the new console, offering enhanced graphics and gameplay that align with the game’s engaging nature.