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Apex Legends for Switch is being retired in August

But this doesn't mean you will lose your account, as everything will be available on Switch 2 if you ever choose to upgrade.
Jonas Mäki Editor Sweden 2 February 2026

If you're playing Apex Legends on Switch, it seems like it's time to think about upgrading to a newer format. On EA's official website, Respawn Entertainment says this version will be shut down starting August 4.

That said, the Switch 2 version won't be affected, and you'll be able to "use any existing balances from Nintendo Switch on Nintendo Switch 2" if you decide to upgrade. They also clarify:

"All players' progress, purchases, and earnings are tied to their individual EA accounts. Everything that has been earned or purchased, including Apex Coins and cosmetics, will carry over to Nintendo Switch 2, even if you purchase Nintendo Switch 2 after August 4, 2026. Please note that in some regions, local laws require you to use digital currency within 180 days of purchase."

This means that if you buy a Switch 2 and continue playing, you won't lose anything, and you don't need to do so before a specific date. On August 4, Switch will be discontinued, but your account will remain so you can resume your career whenever you want. It is also emphasised that no other formats are affected by this.

Editor Sweden Jonas Mäki has written for Gamereactor since 2002, becoming an editor in 2007. He covers the video game industry across news, releases and the business side, with a particular interest in sales figures and where the industry is heading.
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