The Respawn team dropped a massive Reddit AMA yesterday, diving deep into their design philosophy, upcoming changes, and long-term vision for Apex Legends. The AMA covered everything from legend balancing, new weapons, and perk systems, to Movement meta concerns, and why Caustic might be cooking up something in the lab.

Here’s a full breakdown of everything we learned from the AMA.

TL;DR – What to Watch For Next

  • Ash, Ballistic, and Alter are being monitored closely
  • Caustic and Seer buffs coming soon
  • Peacekeeper returns to ground loot next season
  • Perk system may get rebalanced or simplified
  • More weapon shakeups like explosive Bocek or stronger Devotion
  • Akimbo RE-45s might be in the pipeline
  • Catalyst may get accessibility buffs
  • Shotguns and short-range metas will return

🧠 Legend Balancing: Fun vs. Frustration

Respawn confirmed that their goal isn’t just pure balance anymore — they want the meta to feel fresh and fun. That means they’re okay with taking “bigger swings” to shake things up, even if it means some legends become overpowered for a while.

  • Ash is being looked at after dominating the meta since Season 24.
  • Wattson’s fence rework is cited as a successful counter against high-mobility legends.
  • Buffs and nerfs will continue to happen more frequently, not just during major patches.

Respawn also confirmed that Controller and Recon legends aren’t being left behind, even though Skirmishers and Supports have gotten more attention recently.

🛠️ Caustic, Seer, and Bloodhound Buffs Are Coming

While no specifics were revealed, devs heavily hinted that Caustic, Seer, and Bloodhound are all on their radar for future updates.

  • Caustic may be getting a new mechanic, and devs teased he’s “been researching something in the lab.”
  • Seer and Bloodhound are acknowledged as underperforming and may see reworks or buffs soon.
  • Caustic’s gas traps are now highlighted, and the devs hinted this was a setup for a larger change.

🏹 Akimbo, Weapons, and Loadout Plans

There’s no new weapon coming soon, but Respawn is taking a “deep dive” into big changes for existing weapons — think explosive arrows for the Bocek or turbocharged Devotions, not just stat tweaks.

  • Akimbo P2020s and Mozambiques are here to stay
  • RE-45 might have “bigger plans” ahead 👀
  • Peacekeeper is returning to floor loot next season
  • Shotguns will shine again once the meta leans back toward close-quarters gameplay

Devs are also discussing player-chosen optics for Arsenal Stations but aren’t committing just yet.

🔧 Perk System: Expansion & Simplification Coming

Yes, more perks are coming, but Respawn acknowledged the system is getting complex.

  • They plan to remove or modify some perks as new ones are added.
  • They’re listening to feedback about casuals feeling overwhelmed and are open to an “OG mode” with simplified systems if needed.

Perks will continue to evolve, but not without balance — they want each legend to feel impactful without overwhelming gun skill and core BR fundamentals.

🔫 Movement Meta & Passive Power Creep

Respawn is aware of the movement power creep, especially with legends like Ash and Sparrow having dominant passives like dashing and double jumping.

Their answer? Not giving every legend movement tools — but creating stronger counters, like:

  • Wattson’s new fences
  • Possible future tools that ground high-mobility legends

They don’t want “more movement” to be the only counter to movement, which is why upcoming updates will explore new class tools and strategy diversity.

🔍 Fun AMA Nuggets You Might’ve Missed

  • Bocek’s ammo system isn’t changing yet, but Respawn knows it’s frustrating to reload only by picking up a new bow.
  • Vantage’s “Improved Mark” perk is performing far better than expected.
  • Legend bans in ALGS are giving the devs more flexibility to design around casual vs. pro balance.
  • “The Baywatch Run” (a.k.a. bullet slow when hit) is here to stay — it’s crucial for stopping movement players.

🤖 Who’s Getting a Rework Next?

Respawn isn’t confirming any rework just yet — but did say they’re constantly evaluating who fits best with each season’s theme.

  • Recent reworks like Revenant Reborn and Lifeline’s Overhaul are examples of this philosophy.
  • Legends like Catalyst may also get reworks that aim to make them more appealing outside of high-skill lobbies.

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Source: Reddit AMA – Prodigy’s Legends & Weapons Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ash getting nerfed?

Yes, devs confirmed they’re actively working on ways to reduce her dominance, particularly her synergy with legends like Ballistic and Alter.

Will Caustic get his gas slow back?

Not confirmed, but Respawn teased Caustic is getting a larger rework soon. Stay tuned.

Are more perks coming?

Yes — but some will be removed or rebalanced to keep the system from becoming too overwhelming.

When will Peacekeeper return to floor loot?

Next season, as confirmed in the AMA.

Is Bloodhound getting a buff?

Nothing concrete yet, but devs acknowledged Bloodhound’s ultimate is underwhelming and they’re looking at long-term solutions.