Unbelievable Apex Legends Glitch Shocks Tournament as Players Mysteriously Perish

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Apex Legends' recent glitch with the character Rampart during a Japanese tournament has raised concerns about her viability in competitive play.

The glitch resulted in a player being transported beneath the floor, rendering them susceptible to an assault from an opposing team. Concerns have been raised by certain fans regarding the potential reoccurrence of this glitch, while others maintain that it was an isolated bug and unlikely to happen again. Nonetheless, Respawn Entertainment must take steps to rectify the issue prior to the ALGS 2023 Championship.

Apex Legends, one of the newer and more popular games in the world of esports, has gained a massive global player base. However, like other battle royale video games, Apex Legends is not free from occasional bugs. Recently, one particular bug had severe consequences for a team during a tournament held in Japan.

Apex Legends made its debut in the esports realm with the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) in early 2020. Its fast-paced gameplay and diverse roster of playable characters, known as "legends," have contributed to its enduring popularity. Unfortunately, not all legends have found equal favor in the competitive scene. A glitch pertaining to the Season 6 legend named Rampart has emerged unexpectedly, and this glitch may diminish her chances of appearing in future tournaments.

Apex Legends player Maro Maro encountered a frustrating glitch involving Rampart's turrets during a Japanese tournament. Upon dismounting from a turret and engaging in combat, Maro Maro, who was playing as Caustic, unexpectedly found themselves teleported through the floor. This resulted in their swift defeat by an opposing team that had been camping below. This glitch has led many fans and players to question the viability of using Rampart in competitive play, as she may pose a potential risk to a team's success. Additionally, Rampart's already limited presence in Apex Legends tournaments due to the current game meta is further compounded by this glitch, causing increased concern among fans.

Although some fans are understandably wary of the glitch recurring, others have sought out a simple solution while some have made lighthearted jokes about the singular glitch. Some have noted that the glitch occurred when dismounting the Rampart turret at an unusual angle, resulting in unfortunate clipping through the ground. Others have playfully suggested that the glitch was an intentional sneak peek at a forthcoming Apex legend with the ability to traverse underground.

Given the wide range of games played competitively in esports, team organizations often have to make choices about which scenes they want to be a part of. When significant glitches can potentially cost teams matches or even entire tournaments, larger organizations may decide to withdraw from those specific scenes. However, this is not the case with the Apex Legends glitch. While it was unfortunate, especially since it occurred during a tournament, it seems to be an isolated bug that is unlikely to happen again. With the ALGS 2023 Championship approaching, game developer Respawn Entertainment must promptly address and fix this bug to ensure a smooth tournament experience, preventing any major issues that might lead prominent organizations to leave the Apex Legends esports scene. At present, Apex Legends is likely to maintain its popularity both among casual players and in competitive gaming, despite occasional glitches.

Apex Legends is currently available on Android, iOS, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

Source: Dexerto