No more Apex Legends on Nintendo Switch
(Courtesy : Respawn Entertainment, EA)
Services end in August 2026
Respawn Entertainment has recently announced that Apex Legends will stop supporting the Nintendo Switch, starting with Season 29, which will be the final update for the platform.
From now on, the battle royale will only receive online updates and new season content on Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms. Let’s check out more details in this article.
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Apex Legends’ end of service on Nintendo Switch
This announcement was officially revealed on social media through the official channels. According to the developers, Season 30, which will start from August 4, 2026, will make the game completely unplayable on Nintendo Switch.
Until then, the Switch users can play the game normally without any issues.
Why Respawn is ending Switch support?
Respawn Entertainment explained that the decision was made to keep providing the high-quality game experience as the game further evolves.
With Nintendo’s investment in the Nintendo Switch 2, the new hardware provides improved performance and a more immersive handheld experience for fast-paced games like Apex Legends.
The studio also clarified that these changes will only affect Nintendo Switch. Players and fans can play the game without any issues on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox and PC.
Conclusion
Also, starting from August 4, 2026, players and fans will no longer can buy the Apex coins on the Switch.
However, any existing premium currency balance can be spent prior to that date. Additionally, remaining Apex Coins and purchased cosmetics will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, as long as gamers check in with the same EA account.
The studio has also reassured the fans that all their progress, unlocks and purchases are tied to their EA account, not the hardware itself.
FAQs
When will Apex Legends shut down on the original Nintendo Switch?
Apex Legends will become unplayable on the original Nintendo Switch starting August 4, 2026, with Season 29 being the final season.
Will my progress carry over to Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes. All progress, purchases, Apex Coins, and cosmetics are linked to your EA account and will transfer to Nintendo Switch 2.
Is Apex Legends being removed from other platforms?
No. The shutdown only applies to the original Nintendo Switch.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a gaming journalist with a soft spot for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a strong understanding of game mechanics, he enjoys exploring what makes games special beyond just the gameplay. Inspired by titles like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh brings his own perspective to gaming stories. When he’s not writing or playing, he can usually be found watching anime or cheering for WWE superstars.