Apex Legends™: Amped Patch Notes

Get ready for the launch of Amped with significant updates including Olympus reworks, Valkyrie’s return to the skies, and buffs for Rampart and Horizon. Season 27: Amped brings a fresh meta focused on close-range combat with the introduction of the Double Tap Alternator Hop-Up and Gold Laser Sight for pistols and SMGs. Additionally, new features enhance Tridents gameplay. Gather your friends, squad up, and dive into the action!

Season Highlights

Major changes to the Olympus map
Valkyrie returns with improved abilities
Rampart and Horizon receive performance buffs
Close-range combat emphasized with new Double Tap Alternator Hop-Up
Gold Laser Sight added for pistols and SMGs
Enjoy fresh updates to Tridents vehicles

Anti-Cheat Update

In early October, a new detection system was introduced to combat cheating and third-party bots in Apex Legends. Over 1,000 bot accounts were banned within the first two weeks, with the majority found on Windows PC (71%) and Switch (21%). Bot activity surged initially after deployment, indicating the system’s effectiveness, and then declined as those accounts were removed.

"We launched a new detection model, in early October, to assist us in investigating possible 3rd party bots in our game. In just two weeks, over 1,000 bot accounts were banned."

For deeper insights into Amped’s key updates, check out last week’s highlights blog, and read on for detailed seasonal changes.

Author’s Summary

This update revitalizes Apex Legends with new map dynamics, character enhancements, fresh weapon mechanics, and stronger anti-cheat measures to enhance competitive play.

Electronic Arts Home Page — 2025-11-03