Although it is no longer in its peak phase, Apex Legends has remained a constant presence in the esports industry since its February 2019 release. As of December 2025, Apex averages around 87,000 players a day, and the year ended with a total prize pool of just under $6 million. It paints a healthy environment for the game, especially when taking into account the console player base.
Still, with Apex Legends enjoying its peak over two years ago, and prize money steadily declining since 2022, the future might not be as healthy. There are ways Respawn could have improved both in 2025 and could look into these improvements in 2026.