Apex Legends to End Original Switch Support in 2026

Respawn Entertainment has announced that it will cease support for Apex Legends on the original Nintendo Switch following the release of Season 29, with the game becoming unplayable on that platform starting August 4, 2026, when Season 30 begins.

The decision affects only the original Nintendo Switch, while the game will continue on the Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms including PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. Players on the original Switch can access all content, earn rewards and participate in matches as usual until the cutoff date, providing roughly seven months from the announcement to complete ongoing activities. After August 4, 2026, in-game premium currency such as Apex Coins will no longer be available for purchase through the original Switch, though any existing balances can be spent before then and transferred to the Switch 2 version.

All player progress, purchases and earnings are linked to individual EA accounts, ensuring seamless cross-progression. This includes battle pass advancements, in-game currencies and cosmetic items, which will carry over to the Switch 2 even if players acquire the new console after the support ends....