Apex Legends, the popular Battle Royale game developed by EA, has seen a decline in active players since its release in 2019. Thordan Smash’s latest video discusses the CEO’s admission about the game’s current state.
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Key Takeaways:
- Apex Legends has experienced a decline in active players since May 2024.
- The release of season 21 may have contributed to the loss of interest in the game.
- Thordan Smash mentions the opinions of pros and content creators who have expressed their concerns about the game’s declining player base.
The Decline of Apex Legends:
According to Steam Charts, Apex Legends had 244,000 active players in December 2021. However, the numbers have been steadily decreasing since then. In January 2023, the game reached its peak with over 620,000 active players, but the chart shows a significant drop in active users after May 2024, coinciding with the release of season 21.
The Impact of Competitive Scene and Third-Party Matchmaking:
Thordan Smash mentions Imperial How, who shared his opinion on social media about how the competitive scene and third-party matchmaking services like Realm have helped keep Apex Legends growing. However, it seems that these factors may not be enough to prevent the game from losing players.
