Apex Legends: Beast Mode Event – Complete Breakdown

The Beast Mode Event is coming to Apex Legends from March 25 to April 15, 2025, bringing brand-new limited-time modes (LTMs), Skirmisher buffs, exclusive event cosmetics, and major gameplay updates.One of the biggest highlights? The Power Sword—a powerful melee weapon with energy slashes and defensive capabilities. Plus, Solos Mode makes a return alongside special Creator Commissioner-led events!Here’s the most up-to-date information on everything you need to know.

Beast Mode Event LTMs

Power Sword Royale (March 25 – April 14, 2025)

The Power Sword is in the game—but only if you can find it first! One Power Sword spawns at the start of every match and once per round, offering unmatched melee dominance.Power Sword Abilities:

Devastating close-range melee attacks
Energy slashes while ADSing (provides minor defensive coverage)
Can block incoming damage when aimed
Special energy burst to debuff enemies and buff allies

April Fool’s Mode (April 1 – April 7, 2025)

In collaboration with Creator Commissioner Apryze, a chaotic, remixed April Fool’s mode is coming. Expect unexpected gameplay twists, quirky mechanics, and some surprises along the way.

Solos Mode Returns! (April 8 – April 14, 2025)

Solos is finally making a return—but with some major changes to keep things fresh:

30-player lobbies instead of 60
Respawn Token System:
- Every player starts with one Respawn Token
- You can redeploy after dying (until late game)
- Late-game Respawn Tokens convert into EVO Shield boosts
Weapon Upgrade System:
- Loot bins now upgrade your weapons gradually
- Gold upgrades become available after loot bins reset

Solo queue warriors, this one’s for you!

Creator Commissioners & Exclusive Skins

Featured Creator Commissioners

Two Creator Commissioners are designing modes and skins for this event:April 1 – April 14: Apryze

Game Mode: April Fool’s LTM & Solos
Exclusive Skin: “Bone Breaker” Legendary Mastiff

April 15 – April 28: Kaminari Qpi

Game Mode: TBD
Exclusive Skin: “Tombstick” Legendary Mastiff

Earn Twitch Drops by watching partnered streamers and grab a free Creator-themed tracker set in the Featured Store!

Skirmisher Class Updates

New Skirmisher Perks

Skirmishers are getting stronger, with perks that improve mobility and combat efficiency:Trailblazer – Gain a speed boost when sprinting toward an ally Skirmisher (if at least 20m away)Charged Knock – Gain one extra ability charge and 50 HP regen after knocking an enemy

Octane Exception: Instead of an extra Tactical charge, he gains an extra Ultimate charge

Legend-Specific Skirmisher Buffs:

Alter: Tactical ability now has two charges (up from one), portal max distance increased to 30m
Wraith: Can now exit her phase ability at will, Ultimate charges faster
Revenant: Shadow Pounce activation time reduced by ~30%, cooldown now 20s (was 25s)
Horizon: New upgrades improve shield regen and grenade efficiency
Ash: Ultimate cooldown increased to 2m 30s (was 2m)

These buffs make Skirmishers more team-oriented and reward aggressive gameplay.

Weapon & Gameplay Changes

Major Weapon Buffs & Nerfs

SMGs Buffed (Bigger Magazines):

Alternator, C.A.R., R-99, Volt SMG – All mag sizes increased by 1 bullet per tier

Nemesis AR Buffed:

Charge decay timer increased to 8s (was 6s)
Delay before charge starts depleting increased to 8s (was 6s)

30-30 Repeater Buffed:

ADS Charged Shot Damage: 65 (was 58)
Headshot Damage: 104 (was 93)

P2020 Buffed:

Laser sight effectiveness normalized (now matches other weapons)

Wingman Nerfed:

No longer supports Boost Loader Hop-Up

L-STAR Nerfed:

Reverse hipfire mechanic removed (less effective at close range)

SMGs, ARs, and Marksman weapons are improving, while shotguns and LMGs are seeing minor nerfs!

Ranked System Updates

Ranked Split Reset Rules

To reduce mismatched ranked games, Apex is introducing a new tier-based reset system:

Instead of a hard reset, players will reset to the lowest division of their previous tier
Example:
- Platinum I resets to Platinum IV (11,000 RP)
- Diamond IV resets to Platinum III (9,250 RP)
- Master resets to Platinum I (11,000 RP)

This system maintains fairness while allowing skilled players to climb back faster.

Heat Shield Changes

Heat Shields now take ramping damage based on core proximity.

Previously: Heat Shields only took damage when the core touched the ring
Now: Heat Shields take more damage the further they are into the ring

This change prevents exploiting Heat Shields at the ring’s edge.

Audio & Graphics Updates

Audio Adjustments

Ballistic’s Ultimate, Alter’s Void Nexus, Ash’s Snare, Catalyst’s Barricade, and more
Bangalore’s Ultimate explosions are now quieter at long distances

DirectX 11 Removed

Apex is now exclusively running on DX12
Older DX11 GPUs are no longer supported (e.g., AMD Radeon HD 7790, Nvidia GTX 960)
DX12 improves frame rates and input lag on modern hardware

Bug Fixes & Quality of Life Improvements

Fixed rare server crashes & exploitsPeacekeeper no longer randomly fires two shots when slidingCrypto’s EMP visual range now matches its actual effectTridents no longer launch into the air when boardedLoot bins now properly reset when opened

Get Ready for the Beast Mode Event!

The Apex Legends Beast Mode Event is one of the biggest mid-season events, featuring:New Game Modes – Power Sword Royale, April Fool’s Mode, SolosSkirmisher Buffs – Improved mobility, survivability, and ability chargesLegend & Weapon Adjustments – Stronger SMGs, faster Revenant, DX12 exclusivityExclusive Skins & Cosmetics – Limited-time Beast Mode packs and Creator skinsMark your calendars – March 25 to April 15, 2025!Are you ready to unleash your Beast Mode? Let us know what you’re most excited for!

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