Apex Legends Battle Pass U-Turn: Respawn Reverses Controversial Changes
Respawn Entertainment has performed a 180-degree turn on its recently announced, unpopular Apex Legends battle pass changes, following a significant player backlash. The developer announced the reversal on X (formerly Twitter), confirming the return of the original battle pass structure.
Back to the 950 Apex Coin Premium Pass
The controversial new system, which introduced two $9.99 battle passes per season and eliminated the option to purchase the premium pass with in-game Apex Coins, has been scrapped. Season 22, launching August 6th, will revert to the previous model.
Respawn admitted to poor communication surrounding the proposed changes and pledged improved transparency in future updates. They reiterated their commitment to addressing player concerns, including combating cheaters, enhancing game stability, and delivering quality-of-life improvements. Patch notes detailing stability fixes will be released on August 5th.
The Original and Revised Battle Pass Schemes
The battle pass system for Season 22 is now simplified:
Payment is required once per season for all tiers. This streamlined version stands in stark contrast to the initially proposed, two-payment system.
The original July 8th announcement introduced a heavily criticized system requiring two $9.99 payments for the premium pass—one at the season's start and another mid-season. A new, more expensive premium+ option further fueled player discontent.
Player Reaction and Respawn's Response
The negative community response was immediate and widespread, flooding social media and the Apex Legends subreddit with criticism. The Steam page saw a surge of overwhelmingly negative reviews (80,587 at the time of writing).
While the reversal is welcomed, many players feel the situation shouldn't have escalated to this point. The strong reaction underscores the crucial role of player feedback in game development. Respawn's acknowledgement of their mistake and commitment to improved communication is a vital step in regaining player trust. The community eagerly awaits the August 5th patch notes and the promised improvements.
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