Even if you are a beginner, you can do it! A thorough guide to "Apex Legends" from downloading to strategy!

Released by Electronic Arts in February 2019, the Battlow-style FPS "APEX Legends" is now one of the most popular games not only in the Battlow genre, but also in the FPS genre.

Its popularity is overwhelming in Japan as well, with major tournaments such as "CR Cup," "Epemasuri," and "RAGE" being held, and not only Japanese professional gamers and distributors but also overseas professional gamers and popular distributors participating, showing the phenomenal excitement of the game.

In this issue, we will guide those who want to play "Apex Legends" but do not know how to play, as well as those who have started but want to improve their skills, from downloading the game to the secrets of improving their skills. We hope this guide will be of help to beginners and those who are thinking about trying the game after watching videos of popular video distributors and pro-gamers.

Item: Download Guide by Platform; Recommended characters for beginners; Champions! Tips on how to improve your game

Apex Legends is a free-to-play game available on PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Origin (PC), and Steam (PC). If you've taken out your wallet to play, don't worry, you can put that wallet away.

As mentioned above, the game is available for multiple platforms, each with its own characteristics, so let's start with an introduction to the game and the download procedure.

Play on PC if you want to play with keyboard and mouse

The advantage of playing on a PC is that it is the only platform that can be played with a keyboard and mouse. If you are not good at playing with a controller, or if you already have a PC with high specs, we recommend you to play on PC.

There are several sites where you can download the game on PC, but the recommended standard is to download the game from "Steam" or the "official website".

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PS4/PS5 or Xbox series are recommended for those who want to play with a controller

If you usually play games with a controller, or if you already own a PS4, PS5, Xbox One, or Xbox Series X|S, we recommend playing on these consoles. The game can also be played on a PC, but it is recommended to play on a PS4/PS5 or Xbox series console, where only players with the same controller can play against each other, since players with a keyboard and mouse have a better advantage.

The game itself can be downloaded from the PlayStation Store for PS4 and PS5, and from the Microsoft Store for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

If you want to play with gyro controls and on the go, Nintendo Switch is for you!

If you want to use the "gyro control" to aim by moving the controller, or if you want to take the game on the go, the Nintendo Switch is your best choice. It is the only portable console that supports gyro controls, so those who have played "Splatoon" and "Fortnite" with gyro controls will be able to get used to the game right away.

The game can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop.

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Let's get the upper hand in the game! Recommended characters for beginners

After downloading the game and starting it up, a tutorial will begin immediately to teach you how to operate the game. After completing the tutorial, you can go to the battlefield at ....... However, there are 22 characters (legends) in "APEX Legends" (as of September 2022), and all of them have unique skills. In this article, we will introduce two of those characters, one for each of the reasons why they are recommended for beginners.

Bloodhound" and "Shea," who know where their enemies are.

In this game, where as many as 60 players fight on a single map, it is of the utmost importance to know the location of the enemy to take advantage of the battle. For example, knowing how many enemies are in a building and where they are located can make a big difference in a fight. The "Bloodhound" and "Shea" have skills that can be used to your advantage in such situations.

Bloodhound is one of the six characters available from the start and has a normal skill called "Scan," which allows him to search for enemies within range.

As shown in the image above, when "Scan" is activated, the number of enemies within range is shared among all allies, and their locations are displayed in red, even through walls. Use this to your advantage to determine the enemy's location and advance the battle.

Shea is one of the characters that can be acquired with in-game currency or by paying a fee, and she has excellent search-and-destroy skills.

Shea has a unique skill called "Heart Rate Sensor," which activates when she looks into her weapon and causes orange sound waves to appear outside the circle in response to nearby footsteps and other sounds. Shea has several powerful search-and-rescue skills, including the heart rate sensor, which has a small range, making her the perfect character for players who want to get a firm grasp of the enemy team.

The "Bloodhound" has a wide range of search and seizure capabilities, while the "Shea" has a smaller range but more detailed search and seizure capabilities.

Octane" and "Ash" can be used for both offense and escape.

For players who want to be more active, we also recommend "Octane" and "Ash," both of whom have movement skills. With their movement skills, they can quickly move to an enemy team fighting nearby to take advantage of a fishing expedition (i.e., take down the team that has finished fighting and intercept items), or use their movement skills to quickly leave the battle line when they are about to lose. This is a good way to learn the "push and pull" of battle.

Octane" is a character with many movement skills, and his skill to move fast allows him to help his allies in dangerous situations and escape quickly to a safe position. His most appealing feature is probably his Ultimate Skill (special move), the "Jump Pad.

The moment he gets on this jump pad, he jumps high in the direction he is heading and can move quickly. In addition to this, since anyone can ride this pad, it allows all allies to take advantage of a battle position or escape from a disadvantageous situation. However, be aware that the jump pad you place can also be used by the enemy.

The next character, "Ash," has a skill that allows him to warp. Although he does not have a move skill that can be used at all times, he can use his Ultimate skill to create a warp hole that allows him to move invincibly to a designated position. He can be used in a variety of ways, including surprise attacks on the enemy team or to secure an escape route in a pinch.

Learn to "push and pull" in battle and actively advance in the game by skillfully using "Octane," which can move swiftly alone or in groups, and "Ash," which has a powerful warp skill.

Keep this in mind and go for it! A champion! The secret to improving your game

If you have chosen a character of your choice and have been to the battlefield, but you are having trouble getting around or fighting the enemy, here are some "secrets" to improving your game.

Just try playing the game!

You may be thinking, "I said 'secrets,' but that's not it! You may be thinking, "But," "Apex Legends" is a game in which you can easily improve your game skills in proportion to the amount of time you spend playing it, even compared to other games. With a huge map, multiple weapons and a vast array of items, there is a lot to learn as you play, whether it is playing through multiple matches to try out all the weapons or going down to different parts of the map to get a feel for the characteristics of each one. This game also requires good play skills such as good AIM and skillful control of the character, but the most important thing is the knowledge and experience gained from playing many matches. If you always play with this in mind, you will surely find clues to your progress and enjoy playing the game, so play many games first and accumulate a lot of knowledge through that process.

Improve your efficiency by managing your baggage!

Once you have played a few games and become familiar with the game, the next step is to fix your items and manage your baggage for the battle. One of the most common mistakes beginners make is that while they are selecting items or organizing their luggage, the enemy comes and gets them ....... To avoid this, if you fix the luggage you pick up before the fight and don't take anything else, you should be able to respond quickly if a fight does occur.

The author thus carries a lot of bullets and shield recovery, and tries to fill the extra space with strength recovery and grenades, etc. Also, if you have a weapon that you like, keep using it as much as possible. That way you know which bullets to take and you can move more efficiently in your search for items. Or, if you are aware of the daily updates, try to use a weapon that is said to be strong at the time.

Be aware of team play!

Apex Legends" is basically a game played by teams of two or three players. No matter how good you are at playing alone, it is difficult to beat a team with good coordination. Conversely, even beginners have a chance to beat good players if they are aware of team play and work together. Basically, the game is designed to allow players to win many matches if they are aware of the "numbers advantage.

For example, if you are in a 3 vs. 3 situation and one of your opponents is down, you can be sure of victory if all three of you approach the enemy at once and defeat him by sheer numbers, rather than attacking from different locations. Even if the opponent has an advantage over you and you are fighting from a disadvantageous position, it is possible that a difference in numbers will create an opportunity for you to gain an advantage at once. Therefore, even in a disadvantageous situation, if the team does not give up and aims for the moment of opportunity, the winning rate will be higher.

And as you win more and more games, your confidence will grow. Weak gameplay can lead to lost offensive opportunities and losses in battles that could have been won. Even if you have your own weaknesses, if you are aware of team play, you will be able to cover those weaknesses as a team. Even if you feel weak on your own, you can definitely win if you go for the championship as a team!

It's fun even if you are just starting out! Apex Legends

After reading this article and actually playing the game, you will realize how deep and fun the game "Apex Legends" is. Of course, just playing the game normally is fun enough, but if you are aware of the above and learn the "fun of winning," you will enjoy the game even more and want to improve your skills. If you continue to do so, you may even be able to compete side by side with famous distributors and professional gamers. Is it too late to start now? If you are wondering, "Is it too late to start now?" I hope this article will help you download "Apex Legends" and discover the joys of this game.

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