Apex Legends Update 2.86 Patch Notes (Apex 2.86)

Respawn has released a new Apex Legends update 2.86 for PS4, PC, and Xbox One. According to the official Apex 2.86 patch notes, the latest update fixes target crashes from Apex Pack tab switching, weapon skin bugs, and Fuse’s Mythic skin issue. Today’s Apex Legends version 2.86 also includes overall game performance and stability improvements.

Apex 2.86 Patch Notes – May 29, 2025

Apex 2.86
Apex 2.86

Apex 2.86 Highlights

  • Resolved visual and VFX issues across multiple areas including Thunderdome and Switch.
  • Fixed multiple crash issues in Ranked and Arenas modes.
  • Updated and corrected Class Perk and Tactical ability UI descriptions.
  • Adjusted hitboxes for Sparrow’s Ultimate for better accuracy.
  • Addressed Reactive G7 Scout skin inconsistencies.
  • Fixed crash triggered by switching tabs after opening Apex Packs.
  • Resolved Mythic Ordnance skin bug affecting Fuse’s passive ability.
  • Restored missing iron sights on some Alternator skins.
  • General stability and gameplay performance improvements.
  • Addressed several ongoing crash issues and visual bugs.

Bug Fixes

Weapons & Skins

G7 Scout
  • Fixed issues with Reactive G7 Scout skins not displaying properly in-game.

Ranked Mode

Crashes & UI
  • Resolved frequent crashes during Ranked ladder progression.

  • Improved Ranked UI stability to prevent visual errors and glitches.

Class Perks

Descriptions
  • Updated incorrect or missing Class Perk descriptions in the UI for clarity and accuracy.

Visual Effects

Switch & Map Environments
  • Fixed VFX flickering issues in the game lobby on Nintendo Switch.

  • Addressed VFX flickering in the Thunderdome map area for better visual consistency.

Legend Fixes

Sparrow
  • Adjusted the hitbox for Sparrow’s Ultimate to improve impact accuracy and player hit detection.

Bloodhound
  • Resolved a bug where Bloodhound’s Tactical ability indicator would not display properly.

Game Modes

Arenas
  • Fixed recurring crash issues affecting Arenas mode.

  • Fixed crash triggered by switching tabs after opening Apex Packs.

  • Resolved Mythic Ordnance skin bug affecting Fuse’s passive ability.

  • Restored missing iron sights on some Alternator skins.

  • General stability and gameplay performance improvements.

  • Addressed several ongoing crash issues and visual bugs.


The following changes were added previously.

Ranked Mode

  • Fixed an issue causing RP discrepancies and incorrect rank promotions.
  • Restored accounts to their proper ranks, potentially increasing ranks.
  • Fixed Ranked distribution display not appearing before matches.

Lobby Communication

  • Resolved voice and text chat issues while in a lobby.

Performance & Stability

  • General stability fixes for smoother gameplay.
  • Improved overall gameplay performance.
  • Resolved server crashes and various crashing issues.

Gameplay Fixes

  • D.O.C. no longer reveals a cloaked Mirage.
  • Fixed VFX not displaying correctly on Reactive Skins after swapping weapons.
  • Resolved visual issues in PC lobbies.
  • Temporarily removed the Attrition G7 Scout Skin due to a bug.

Known Issues

  • Astral Anomaly progress may display incorrectly without playing.

Previously, Apex Legends update 2.66 added a new Limited-Time Mode (LTM), Knockout, along with 36 event-themed items, including a Mythic melee item. Unfortunately, since the last Apex patch 2.67, players are still experiencing a number of issues with the game. Today’s Apex Legends patch 2.76 will fix a few of these issues.

Download free Apex Legends update 2.86 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.

Jack Johnson
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