Apex Legends on Windows: Download Guide & Features

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Apex Legends on Windows

Ready for free battle royale action in 2025? Apex Legends for Windows 10 and 11 brings squad-based chaos, refreshed with Season 20 updates as of February 2025.

Launched by Respawn Entertainment in February 2019, this free-to-play hero shooter has millions hooked with its evolving roster and innovative gameplay, still thriving years on.

This guide covers installing Apex Legends on Windows, its standout features, and why it’s a must-try. Share your favorite Legend in the comments, or contact us for help.

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How to Install Apex Legends on Windows 11 and 10

To play Apex Legends on your Windows PC, download it via Steam or EA App (Origin’s replacement). Pick your platform and follow the steps below:

Method 1: Steam
1. Visit the Apex Legends Steam page: Steam.
2. Click Play Game (it’s free as of March 2025).
3. Sign into your Steam account (or create one if needed).
4. Sign into your EA account in-game (or create one).
5. Wait for the download to finish (up to 80 GB).
6. Launch the game from your Steam Library or desktop shortcut.
Method 2: EA App
1. Visit the EA App download page: EA App.
2. Download and install the EA App if you don’t have it.
3. Sign into your EA account (or create one).
4. Search for Apex Legends in the EA App and click Download (free).
5. Wait for the download to complete (up to 80 GB).
6. Launch the game from the EA App or desktop shortcut.

Quick Tip: 💡 Fully free-to-play—no subscription or purchase required.

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What is Apex Legends About?

Apex Legends, launched in 2019 by Respawn Entertainment, is a free-to-play battle royale hero shooter for Windows 10 and 11.

Core Gameplay: Team up in squads of three, pick from a growing roster of Legends, and fight to be the last team standing in a dynamic, ever-changing arena.