Apex Legends Mobile

"Apex Legends Mobile" is a free-to-play shooter game with a variety of legendary characters, each with unique abilities. The game offers deep tactical squad play, stunning graphics, and humor. However, it has been criticized for being too grindy, having excessive advertisements, being buggy, and failing to live up to expectations, leading to its shutdown in May 2023.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics1,024 positive mentions

stability520 negative mentions

The game offers a great adaptation of the original Apex Legends experience, with smooth gameplay and impressive graphics.
The variety of characters and their unique abilities add depth and strategy to the gameplay.
The game is fun and engaging, providing a competitive experience that keeps players coming back.

There are frequent bugs and glitches, including issues with audio, frame drops, and unresponsive controls during gameplay.
Matchmaking can be frustrating, often pairing players with significantly higher-ranked opponents, making it difficult to enjoy the game.
The game suffers from lag, especially during critical moments like landing or engaging in fights, which can lead to a poor gaming experience.

graphics
2,213 mentions
46 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of Apex Legends Mobile have received mixed reviews from players. Many praise the game's stunning visuals and smooth performance on high-end devices, noting that it closely resembles the console and PC versions. However, numerous players report significant lag, frame drops, and poor optimization, especially on mid-range and low-end devices, leading to a frustrating experience. Additionally, some users express disappointment with the lack of customizable graphics settings, which limits their ability to enhance performance. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for a mobile game, there is a strong demand for further optimization and improvements.
- “Great graphics for a mobile game, runs great on previous gen Android phones.”
- “Fluid controls and movement, beautiful graphics, 0% pay to win, generous events and overall quality.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the gameplay is smooth with no bugs or lag at all.”
- “The graphics dropped significantly on the pixel but frame rates were consistent.”
- “The graphics are not realistic.”
- “The graphics are poor though, and there are large amounts of lag, but that is expected for a mobile game.”
gameplay
969 mentions
63 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Apex Legends Mobile has received mixed reviews, with many praising its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and impressive graphics that closely resemble the PC version. However, players have reported significant issues with lag, frame drops, and bugs, particularly during landing and combat, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game offers a fun and competitive environment, optimization for lower-end devices and improvements in matchmaking and control responsiveness are needed to enhance gameplay further.
- “The gameplay is great and so are the visuals and graphics!”
- “Gameplay is top notch, the voices are nice, and it's fun overall.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, consistent to the PC and console play, and the system runs smooth.”
- “The first problem I experienced is that the game automatically closed when I opened it. The second problem is in the gameplay; I can't rotate my camera in it. I tried other games too, but it was working fine. But in Apex, no, the enemies killed me because I couldn't aim at them because my camera wasn't moving at all.”
- “Laggy gameplay; I can't use scope because of lag. Sometimes the game automatically crashes.”
- “The gameplay is horrible.”
optimization
865 mentions
31 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The optimization of Apex Legends Mobile has received mixed feedback from users, with many expressing concerns about performance issues, particularly on low to mid-range devices. Players report frequent frame drops, lag during critical moments, and high ping, which detracts from the overall experience. While some users find the game runs smoothly on high-end devices, there is a strong consensus that further optimization is needed to ensure a more stable and enjoyable gameplay experience across a wider range of devices.
- “An outstanding game, best thing is the optimization the developers have done, absolutely no lagging being 6 GB, even when being played at high graphics there is zero glitch.”
- “The game is great, very well optimized.”
- “The optimization that they have done while transferring the graphics from PC to mobile is just amazing and I personally think none of the battle royale games can beat Apex in terms of graphics, it really has a great storyline too.”
- “Currently, the game has some problems: optimization, frame rate issues, bots, hackers, gambling-like reward systems, developers who listen only when there's a new update on the horizon, and what not.”
- “Optimization for even mid-tier devices is non-existent. Even with an 8-core processor and 4 GB RAM, I'm having significant stuttering and frame rate drops that either crash the application or cause it to become unplayable, even with frame rate settings and graphics set to the lowest.”
- “The game is poorly optimized, and controller players are queued with touchscreen players.”
stability
558 mentions
6 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The stability of Apex Legends Mobile has received mixed feedback from users, with many reporting frequent glitches, lag, and crashes, particularly during landing and combat. While some players enjoy the game and find it runs well on higher-end devices, others experience significant performance issues, including frame drops and unresponsive controls. Overall, the game is seen as needing substantial optimization and bug fixes to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “This is a wonderful game and the best part is that it doesn't glitch.”
- “Everything is fully developed, no glitches or lags or bugs encountered.”
- “The game runs smoothly too, no glitches or bugs like other games and honestly is more fun than the console version.”
- “When I initially drop in, my character glitches through the floor, causing me to not be able to move or fight back.”
- “The new update makes the multiplayer base respawn mode very buggy, and the new update makes it unplayable. There are times when the aim button disappears, and also there are times when the character auto-runs but I can't jump or crouch.”
- “The game is great, but it has so many glitches and bugs that it makes it unplayable. I often experience freezing and lag, especially when landing.”
monetization
135 mentions
10 % positive mentions
16 % neutral mentions
74 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over aggressive microtransactions and a perceived cash grab mentality, particularly from EA. While some users appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and find the in-game purchases reasonable, others criticize the high costs of items and the overwhelming presence of promotional content for season passes and premium purchases. Overall, players are calling for a more balanced approach to monetization that prioritizes gameplay experience over profit.
- “The free battle pass is fair and not to mention that microtransactions are only for cosmetics.”
- “It's a great free-to-play game with no ads and it's much better than getting an expensive console to play Apex. I'm so excited to see what they add next and honestly, I'm just glad it's here.”
- “No glitches so far, no ads shoved up your nice game detail overall, I like the training game mode, like the non-toxic chat and players, so it's just that great you should really download it and try it for yourself.”
- “Just uninstalled the game, and I don't think I'll return just because EA is cash grabbing here as well.”
- “Microtransactions are about as predatory as you can expect of a live service game gone phone game.”
- “Trash and boring with EA's cash grabbing microtransactions... it has partnership with Lightspeed Studio which is a Chinese company so countries like America, India could ban this game...”
music
94 mentions
7 % positive mentions
88 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received significant criticism due to persistent bugs that prevent players from effectively controlling background music settings. Many users report that even after disabling the background music in the audio settings, it automatically reactivates at full volume upon restarting the game, leading to frustration. While some players appreciate the overall soundtrack and its thematic relevance, the inability to maintain personal audio preferences detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The game is running smooth and sometimes it lags in between the match; otherwise, the characters, their abilities, maps, visuals, and music all are awesome.”
- “The music, the gameplay, everything is just awesome!!!”
- “Graphics, sound quality, bleeding out and ya 'guns' are just music to my ears ......... loving this game.”
- “Every time I launch the app, I have to turn off the background music and tweak the master volume.”
- “I have disabled the background music, but every time I log in to play, the background music starts, and if I check the settings, it is still off.”
- “It's really fun, but it has bugs. Whenever I return to the lobby, it plays background music, then I go into settings to turn it off. It always shows the background music off, but the music still plays.”
story
88 mentions
17 % positive mentions
80 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the unique backstories and abilities of the characters, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, many users express frustration with mission-related bugs, such as incomplete tasks and language issues, which detract from the enjoyment of the narrative. Overall, while the storytelling and character development are praised, technical issues and inconsistencies in mission design hinder the full appreciation of the game's story.
- “I really love all the legends, their characters, and skills; they even have a background story just like an anime!”
- “The graphics, mechanics are very enjoyable and exciting; I love the unique character abilities and their finishers making sense with their backstory.”
- “It's amazing! I love the game; the club missions are a tiny bit too difficult, and I have found a bug where if you are killed and start spectating your teammate while he is busy with a finisher, every time he finishes someone you will see it on your screen, so you can't do anything. Some lag spikes, but overall I'm really happy with how it came out.”
- “Fun to play game, I love playing it, but I don't recommend buying the season pass. They screwed everything up; I didn't get to finish the pass because they updated the game and changed maps, which wouldn't work with some of the missions. Then one of the dailies was to play ranked, which you couldn't do until the next season, and last but not least, they took 2 and a half weeks out of the last season, so they basically stole my money.”
- “Some missions aren't even in English, yet you want people to buy the battle pass?”
- “Pass mission turns to some Chinese language thing and complete it, thus making me unable to max the pass. Other missions require the old map, which has been removed, making me unable to max my pass. Very dissatisfied.”
humor
28 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted by players, with many finding the characters and their interactions to be hilarious and engaging. While some users appreciate the comedic elements and funny glitches, others note that technical issues, such as lag and bugs, can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as entertaining and funny, particularly in its character animations and voice lines, despite some frustrations with performance.
- “Very funny and interactive as it eases you into mobile gameplay.”
- “The characters—although most of them are insane—are hilarious.”
- “Funny thing happened when I scanned a survey beacon though, it played a crypto voiceline rather than Bloodhound haha.”
grinding
28 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be extensive and sometimes tedious, particularly for character progression and unlocking exclusive legends. While some appreciate the balance of farming and gameplay, many express frustration over the time commitment required, bugs affecting progression, and the perception that certain cosmetics are overly reliant on microtransactions. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant but often frustrating part of the game, with mixed feelings about its impact on enjoyment.
- “Legend progression is grindy; perks aren't many, but they play a good part in the game.”
- “The grinding in Apex Legends feels tiresome and tedious, and is so hard.”
- “Season pass is too grindy.”
emotional
18 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of frustration and emotional attachment to the game, highlighting significant technical issues such as high ping, frame drops, and unresponsive controls that detract from their experience. Despite these problems, some players still feel a strong connection to the game, describing moments that evoke excitement and nostalgia, indicating a desire for improvements to enhance their enjoyment. Overall, the emotional response is characterized by disappointment due to technical flaws, coupled with a lingering affection for the game's potential.
- “But this newly updated S2 is heartbreaking, my dear Apex Legends Mobile.”
- “Great! It made me feel so good I went straight to my Xbox and thought I could take on the console community; I was wrong.”
- “I mean, if they fix the recoil issue, this game will have no competition. Playing it made me feel like I was in Arcane.”
replayability
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Players note that the game's replayability is significantly impacted by performance issues, particularly on lower-end devices, with some expressing frustration over lag and frame rate drops. However, recent updates have improved connectivity and overall playability, leading to a more enjoyable experience and encouraging players to return. Overall, while there are challenges, ongoing optimizations are enhancing the game's replay value.
- “After today's 11MB update, the ping is much better and the game is more playable than ever. I used to get around 90ms, now it's locked at 10-15ms. Great job, Respawn! At least now we know the devs are listening.”
- “Only 2 games are playable, and after that, the ping and FPS drop are insane.”
- “Cod Mobile is more playable on its highest graphics settings available on my device than Apex Mobile is on its lowest.”
- “Heck, it's currently more playable than the PC version right now.”
character development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its strong arts and character design, contributing to an overall satisfying gameplay experience. While the game excels in style and settings, some users noted that the graphics could feel outdated.
- “The art and character design are great, and the actual gameplay is fun and overall satisfying.”
- “This game is so good, especially considering it was released just a few months ago. The settings and styles are impressive, and the character designs are quite good overall.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as slow and somewhat childish, making it less enjoyable for adult players. Additionally, the clarity of objects within the game is lacking, and there are calls for more diverse map options to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game was not what I expected; it feels more childish and lacks appeal for adults. The playing atmosphere is very slow, and the objects in the game are not clear.”
- “Everything is fine, but I don't like this map and the atmosphere; there should be another option for the map.”