The September 16 update for Apex Legends is one of the biggest mid season patches yet. From the explosive Wild Iron Wildcard event to major balance changes across weapons and Legends, this patch shakes up both casual and competitive play. Here is everything you need to know about what is coming.

Wild Iron Wildcard event

Apex Legends September 16 update: Wild Iron, balance changes, and new cosmetics - News - ALegends
Apex Legends September 16 update: Wild Iron, balance changes, and new cosmetics - News - ALegends
  • Special care packages featuring a Mythic Flatline skin that explodes on impact and attaches a bomb to knocked enemies
  • 8 new Wildcard abilities available in Replicators
  • EPG returns to the loot pool
  • Night Kings Canyon arrives October 14

Wildcard is set to redefine Apex gameplay with its explosive mechanics and rotating abilities, making it one of the most chaotic events to date.

Map rotation
  • E-District
  • Kings Canyon
  • Olympus

Balance changes

Weapons

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  • Wingman buff
  • Mastiff and Peacekeeper adjustments
  • Devotion nerf
  • Bocek adjustments

Legends

  • Ash nerf
  • Seer buff
  • Mad Maggie buff
  • Caustic nerf
  • Sparrow nerf

Other changes

  • Point requirements increased across all hop-ups
  • Assault class perk and Gold magazine perk slightly nerfed

Modes

  • Duos adjusted to 30 players per lobby for faster, more aggressive matches

Cosmetics and shop

Apex Legends September 16 update: Wild Iron, balance changes, and new cosmetics - News - ALegends
Apex Legends September 16 update: Wild Iron, balance changes, and new cosmetics - News - ALegends
  • 36 limited-time skins available
  • Mythic Flatline skin featured during Wild Iron
  • Free reward shop with event challenges
  • New “For You” section in the shop offering personalized rotating deals
Apex Legends September 16 update: Wild Iron, balance changes, and new cosmetics - News - ALegends
Apex Legends September 16 update: Wild Iron, balance changes, and new cosmetics - News - ALegends

This patch is a mix of gameplay Variety, competitive tweaks, and new cosmetics to chase. With Night Kings Canyon around the corner and Wildcard shaking up the loot pool, Players are in for a high-energy month in the Outlands.

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Frequently asked questions

When does the next Apex Legends update release?

The update goes live on September 16.

What is the Wild Iron Wildcard event?

It introduces a Mythic Flatline, EPG, and 8 new Wildcard abilities, along with limited-time loot.

Which Legends are getting changes?

Ash and Caustic are being nerfed, while Seer and Mad Maggie receive buffs. Sparrow is also getting nerfed.

What new cosmetics are coming?

36 limited-time skins, a Mythic Flatline, and a free reward shop will be available, along with personalized “For You” shop offers.