Apex Legends next-gen console updates with 4K and HDR launch tomorrow

The new Warriors collection event will launch tomorrow with the PS5 and Xbox Series X / S consoles. The battle Royale shooter has shared versions across generations. When the update is released, console players will be able to join those on PC with support for 4K, better shadow maps, and greater level of detail.

The PS5 will be able to force 120Hz on games that don't have support built-in if it supports it in the future. When I talked to the developers about the current season of Defiance, they said that they would be releasing new features throughout the year with the new seasons. There are other features in the works for the PS 5.

How players will get their updated versions is one of the differences between the systems. The Smart Delivery tech Microsoft uses means that your console should automatically download the correct version once it launches. It's a little more complicated on the PS4. If you have the game installed on a PS5 already, you'll find the title in your Game Hub, choose Options, and then download the PS5 version. If you don't have it installed but have played it before, you'll just find the game in your library and choose the PS5 version when prompted.

The second half of season twelve includes many fixes to stop things like hackers who enabled dual-wielding weapons and various glitches that could be used to exploit weapons with a charge mechanic. There is a new heirloom that players can acquire to use with the character, as well as a new assortment of cosmetic upgrades to buy.

Image: Respawn Entertainment

Image: Respawn Entertainment

The Control limited-time mode will be brought back for another two weeks, with improvements and a new map. It was well-received by players last time around, but there is no word on whether we can expect it to become a regular part of the game or if we will see even more ways to play that get away from the standard battle royale setup.

Last week's massive leak of content that revealed new characters, skins, weapons, and emotes was not mentioned in the update. The extent of the leaks claimed to stretch over the next couple of years for the game, but based on the changes we've seen, I think there may be more surprises that haven't been uncovered yet.