Electronic Arts Cancels Secret Apex Legends Game in Development

Electronic Arts (EA) made the difficult choice to shut down Apex Legends Mobile, leaving many fans bewildered and disappointed. The decision stemmed from various factors, including technical challenges, resource allocation, and strategic reevaluation. Despite the immense popularity of the franchise, EA faced hurdles in delivering a seamless mobile experience. Moreover, shifting priorities within the gaming industry and evolving market dynamics prompted EA to reassess its mobile gaming portfolio. While the closure saddened many, EA's decision reflects the complex landscape of game development and the need to adapt to changing circumstances.

EA says it will cease work on its Battlefield mobile game and begin winding down Apex Legends Mobile. The game publisher made the two announcements during its earnings call on Tuesday. Apex Legends Mobile, a battle royale game that launched last year, will cease operations on May 1 at 4 p.m. PT.  Players who purchased in-game items or have in-game currency in their Apex Legends Mobile account will lose their purchases after servers go down, and there will be no refunds, according to an FAQ posted on EA's site. Apex Legends Mobile's sunsetting won't affect the console/PC version of the game. Bloomberg reported Wednesday that EA also canceled an unannounced game based on the Apex Legends franchise.

EA has announced that the development of Apex Legends Mobile has been cancelled. The game was originally scheduled to launch in beta testing in 2020, but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the cancellation of the mobile version, the company has reassured fans that the game will continue to receive support and updates on console and PC platforms. EA has also stated that it remains committed to the Apex Legends franchise and will continue to explore new ways to expand the game's reach to more players around the world.