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Apex Legends: Latest Update 01/23/2026

We just pushed a patch that includes the following adjustments and fixes:

Octane:
We have seen an organic drop in his pick rate since the mid season patch went live, which we expected, but that didn't fall enough to a level we felt was healthy so that indicated some of the interactions of his new kit are unhealthy.

  • Reduced Swift Mend max healing from 9 to 6

  • Reduced Swift Mend min healing from 3 to 2

Horizon:
Horizon landed at a comfortable pick rate after her recent buffs, but when combined with Octane, the team comp has proven to be a bit squirrely.

  • Reduced max Newt Scoot time from 5 to 2.5

  • Reduced New Scoot max speed from 700 to 550

Thank you for your continued feedback. See you on the Dropship!