How to Choose a Main in Apex Legends (2024)

Delving into a new Battle Royale game can prove to be quite daunting, especially one that features hero mechanics. Not only must you familiarize yourself with an array of guns, attachments, and maps, but you also need to understand the function of each hero's abilities. Apex Legends is such a complex Battle Royale game.

With a roster boasting more than two dozen legends, each equipped with three unique abilities, mastering Apex can feel like taking on a full-time job. Fortunately, the in-game tutorial and firing range provide enough guidance for newcomers. However, what comes after that? Which legend should you select? Do their classes make a difference? Who should be your primary character? The guide below addresses all of these questions for you.

What Are Classes in Apex Legends

Selecting your default character in any hero-based game is arguably one of the most important decisions you'll make in that match. It's always nice to know which legend your cursor will automatically hover on during the pick phase.

As of Season 20, the game boasts 25 different legends, all categorized into five distinct classes: Assault, Skirmisher, Recon, Support, and Controller. These classifications are decided by each legend's unique abilities.

When making a decision for the main choice, it's natural to consider your legend's three unique abilities. However, it's equally important to factor in the exclusive skills of their class. Each of the five classes offers unique bonuses that can significantly impact your gameplay.

The unique abilities of Recon and Controller Legends are particularly advantageous if you aim to lend a helping hand to your team. If you prefer not to leave anyone behind, then the Support class is ideal for you, as its unique ability allows you to craft expired ally banner cards.

What is Your Playstyle in Apex Legends

Before making any decisions about choosing your main legend, it's crucial to acquire and try out each one. So, dive into a few Battle Royale or Mixtape matches with different legends to learn the ropes and study their abilities.

Aggressive Player: If you're an aggressive player, charging at enemies like a raging bull, then Assault and Skirmisher Legends are perfect for you. Legends like Octane, Revenant, Wraith, Valkyrie, Ash, and more, offer abilities that act as a "get out of jail free" card. They're incredibly useful for repositioning and escaping if you've messed up your initial attack or taken too much damage.

Supportive Player: On the other hand, if you prefer a more supportive playstyle, believing in playing smart instead of going all guns blazing, then legends like Gibraltar, Bloodhound, Pathfinder, Vantage, and more should be your go-to choices.

Player With Game Awareness: If you enjoy being aware of your surroundings, then any recon legend would be a good fit for you. Pairing it with Valkyrie is a smart choice, as she can help you maneuver quickly.

Camping Player: For players who prefer hunkering down and holding crucial areas of maps, your go-to main without question, should be any of the Controller legends. Adding Gibraltar to the mix ensures that no one would dare approach you.

How Much Complexity Can You Handle

Apex Legends is a game that is easy to learn but hard to master. Several legends have very simple abilities, whereas others like Crypto, require skill and finesse.

For brand-new players, Octane is an excellent choice. While this may be subjective, he is arguably the best operator in most cases, especially for newcomers. His abilities are easy to use and offer advantages in all fields.

He is one of two legends that can regenerate his health without healing items. His tactical ability, Stim, provides a temporary movement speed buff, making it much more difficult for your opponents to shoot at you. His ultimate ability, the Launch Pad, allows you to cover great distances in a short duration, making it easier for you to enter or leave combat areas. He can also easily outrun the ever-closing circle. Combine all of this with a small hitbox, and you have one heck of a legend.

Do You Play With A Team or Solo

Remember, Apex Legends is a team-based Battle Royale game, where many legends work better in pairs. So, if you're playing with a team, you should seriously consider these operators, as they provide significant benefits to your teammates.

• Pathfinder
• Valkyrie
• Crypto
• Lifeline
• Loba
• Seer
• Newcastle
• Vantage
• Conduit

If you're playing solo, you should consider legends that excel on their own and don’t require much help from other teammates. Many of these legends belong to either the Assault or Skirmisher class, although there are some legends from other classes that might suit you better. These should be among your top picks.

• Fuse
• Ash
• Ballistic
• Wraith
• Octane
• Revenant
• Bloodhound
• Loba
• Lifeline
• Bloodhound
• Horizon

Apex Legends

Battle Royale

First-Person Shooter

Platform(s)

PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , PC , iOS , Android , Switch

Released

February 4, 2019

Developer(s)

Respawn Entertainment