Apex Legends has always thrived on fresh content, and new characters are a huge part of that. Leaks have revealed several upcoming Legends set to join the game in the near future, but with so many already in the roster, some Players are questioning if these additions will improve the game or disrupt the balance even further.
The new Legends on the horizon
Several new characters have been discovered through leaks, including Artemis and potentially even Blisk. While details are still emerging, these Legends are expected to bring fresh abilities that could change how the game is played.
One of the most interesting rumored additions is Scryer, who has the ability to view a death cam when an opponent is knocked. This could give squads a serious advantage by helping them track enemy positions. Another leaked Legend, Uplink, has a shield satellite that follows teammates, regenerating theirshields and even reviving them. This ability is essentially a stronger version of Lifeline’s Support role.
Other upcoming characters include Phantom, who can use a hook shot to hang onto walls and has a passive double jump, and Jester, a Titanfall 2-inspired character who can call in a drop pod from the sky. With such diverse abilities, the next few seasons of Apex Legends could look very different.
Is Respawn adding too many Legends?
While new characters generate hype, some players believe Respawn is adding too many, too quickly. Former pro player Mand recently spoke out about how the game has shifted from a shooter-first experience to one dominated by abilities. He believes that new Legends are making Apex feel less like a competitive battle royale and more like an ability-based arena shooter.
Respawn has acknowledged these concerns and claimed they would slow down new Legend releases. However, the leaks suggest that plenty of new characters are still on the way. The concern is that many new Legends debut with strong abilities, only to be nerfed later—something that happened with Seer, who was once dominant but now has one of the lowest pick rates in the game.
Hear more about the discussion about new Legends in this video from Thordan Smash.
The future of Apex Legends characters
As the roster grows past 24 Legends, balancing becomes a bigger challenge. Some older characters rarely see play, while new ones often disrupt the meta before eventually getting adjusted. With every new season bringing fresh content, the question remains—will these upcoming Legends make Apex more fun, or will they add to the frustration of balancing issues?
FAQ about new Apex Legends characters
When will the next Legend be released?
New Legends typically arrive with each season. The next one is expected in the upcoming season.
Who is the next Legend in Apex Legends?
Leaks suggest Sparrow will be the next addition, but Respawn has not officially confirmed it yet.
Will Respawn slow down new Legend releases?
Developers have hinted at fewer new Legends, but leaks still show multiple characters in development.
What is the strongest upcoming Legend?
Scrier seems the most powerful, with an ability to see enemy death cams, giving teams a major tactical advantage.
