Apex Legends will stop running on the original Nintendo Switch on August 4. The final update arrives with Season 29, after which servers close and in‑game purchases end. Players can keep all progress, skins, and Apex Coin balances by signing into the same EA account on the new Nintendo Switch 2, where the game will continue with Season 30.
What Happens on August 4
On the shutdown date, the Switch client receives its last patch (Season 29) and then loses access to game servers. All Apex Coins become non‑purchasable on the original console, but existing balances remain linked to the EA account.
How to Transfer Your Account to Switch 2
The migration is automatic. Follow these steps:
- Log into your EA account on the original Switch before the shutdown.
- Power on your Nintendo Switch 2 and launch Apex Legends.
- Sign in with the same EA credentials.
- The system detects your account and restores progression, unlocked skins, and Apex Coin balances without additional action.
Why EA Is Moving to Switch 2
Season 30 introduces new maps, legends, and balance changes optimized for the upgraded CPU, GPU, and memory of the Switch 2. Focusing development on the newer hardware allows EA to deliver higher‑fidelity visuals and smoother performance that were limited on the original console.
Impact on the Player Community
Approximately 300,000 active Switch players will be affected. Key considerations include:
- Hardware upgrade cost – Continuing the game requires purchasing a Switch 2; no trade‑in or discount program has been announced.
- In‑game economy – Remaining Apex Coin balances transfer, but no new purchases can be made on the old Switch after the cutoff.
- Community fragmentation – Some players may switch to PlayStation, Xbox, or PC instead of upgrading, potentially altering the cross‑play dynamic.
Official Guidance and Next Steps
EA advises players to verify their EA account login on the original Switch and to monitor official Apex Legends channels for updates. The shutdown is planned to be “clean and orderly,” with no impact on the game’s ecosystem on other platforms.
Looking Ahead
By consolidating support on the Switch 2, EA aims to leverage the console’s advanced hardware for future live‑service updates. As the August 4 deadline approaches, the community will watch the migration process and hope for possible incentives to ease the transition.
