It’s official — Respawn has migrated all Apex Legends servers to Amazon Web Services (AWS) in an effort to improve performance and stability across the board. This change was confirmed in a post by @Respawn, with additional details and early in-game screenshots shared by @HYPERMYSTx.
What Changed?
If you’ve checked your data centers list recently, you may have noticed some unfamiliar names like eu-central-1, us-east-1, or ap-southeast-2. These are official Amazon AWS server locations, and they’ve now fully replaced Apex’s previous setup, likely through the now-former partner Multiplay.
The switch is part of Respawn’s plan to deliver:
- Lower latency (eventually)
- More consistent regional routing
- Better long-term server scalability
They’ve made it clear that performance will be monitored closely in the coming weeks as the transitionfinalizes.
Why It Matters
This move marks a major infrastructure shift. AWS is one of the most widely used cloud server systems in the world, and it could mean a much smoother Apex experience in the long run — especially for underrepresented regions or Players who’ve suffered poor server performance for years.
The downside? Right now, many players are reporting higher pings than before as the system adjusts and optimizes. Respawn is aware of this and promises ongoing tweaks to routing and data center balancing.
Community Reactions So Far
Many players immediately noticed the switch:
🗨️ “Apex Legends is now using Amazon data-centers and has ditched the old servers ‼” – @HYPERMYSTx
🗨️ “My ping’s higher, but my game feels smoother somehow?” – community reactions vary
So far, packet loss is still sitting at 0% for most users, which is a great sign early on.
What You Should Do
Check your data center manually in-game and select the lowest ping available to your region. You might have new options that weren’t there before — and picking the right one could make all the difference in your matches.
More updates will come as Respawn continues optimizing the migration. Stay tuned at ALegends.gg for ongoing server news, performance reports, and patch insights.
Sources:
Respawn on X (Twitter)
Hypermyst on X (Twitter)
Frequently Asked Questions about Apex Legends Server Migration
Did Apex Legends switch to new servers?
Yes. Respawn officially migrated Apex Legends servers to Amazon Web Services (AWS) as of April 2025.
Why did Respawn switch to AWS?
To improve long-term performance, scalability, and reduce latency across more global regions.
Are the new servers causing higher ping?
Some players are reporting slightly higher ping, but smoother gameplay. Respawn is monitoring and optimizing the experience.
How can I choose the best data center?
From the main menu, open the Data Center list and select the location with the lowest ping available to you.
Is Multiplay no longer providing servers for Apex?
While not officially confirmed, all signs point to Respawn ending their server contract with Multiplay in favor of AWS.
Will this change improve server performance long term?
That’s the goal. AWS allows for more efficient scaling and improved regional Support over time.
