Apex Legends keeps falling down in concurrent player count

Apex Legends faces a serious decline in player numbers, mirroring Overwatch's stagnation. The game's recent struggles include a persistent cheating problem, frequent bugs, and an unpopular new battle pass. This has led to a prolonged downward trend in concurrent players, as illustrated below.

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The issues plaguing Apex Legends are multifaceted. Limited-time events offer minimal new content beyond cosmetic items. Persistent problems with cheaters, flawed matchmaking, and a lack of gameplay variety are driving players towards competitors.

The arrival of Marvel Heroes, and Fortnite's continued popularity, further exacerbates the situation. Respawn Entertainment needs to take decisive action and introduce significant new content to stem the player exodus. The future of Apex Legends hinges on their response to this critical challenge.