While the most recent season updates for **Apex Legends** have brought exciting additions, sometimes it’s time for a change. For **Season 27**, titled **Amped**, Respawn Entertainment is taking a sledgehammer to the old **Olympus** map, revamping it to create an exciting new meta. And that’s not all players can expect this season.
—
### A Fresh Take on Olympus
The Olympus map originally debuted back in Season 7, during a time when Apex Legends — like the rest of the world — was navigating the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed as a sky-high battleground, Olympus has been a fan favorite. But five years later, Respawn is ready to inject fresh excitement into its design.
For those who haven’t kept up with Apex Legends lore, chaos struck Olympus after it collided with the Stasis Net on Broken Moon and disappeared in Season 20. The city was later rediscovered, buried within the snowy tundra of Pagos, and has since been restored to a workable condition.
—
### New Points of Interest (POIs)
Players can expect to find four new POIs scattered across the updated Olympus map:
– **Somers University**
Built by Horizon as a replacement for the old Orbital Cannon, Somers University offers a more approachable exterior, additional cover spots, and a triangular layout. Unlike the Orbital Cannon, which proved less fun in early and late games, this new location promises more dynamic gameplay.
– **Gravity Engine**
Taking the place of the former Energy Depot, the Gravity Engine is the core source keeping Olympus afloat. This area features numerous lifts and ziplines, adding increased verticality to battles.
– **The Stabilizer**
Replacing the former Docks, the Stabilizer is responsible for keeping Olympus aligned. Its platform design guarantees some intense and harrowing encounters.
– **The Dockyhard**
Located near Hydroponics, the Dockyhard blends elements from the old map with fresh vertical gameplay features, creating diverse opportunities for team fights.
—
### Legend Reworks and Buffs
With so much focus on Olympus, it makes sense that **Horizon** receives a handful of new buffs this season. While nerfs were considered, Respawn opted to keep things fun by enhancing her movement capabilities.
As players earn upgrades throughout a session, Horizon will gain new tools that offer an advantage during vertical combat. These include a shorter cooldown on her Gravity Lift Tactical and extra health for her Black Hole Ultimate.
—
### Valkyrie’s Improvements
Valkyrie, long known for her aerial mastery, sees some important tweaks. While she was once unrivaled in the skies, Respawn acknowledges that others have caught up, prompting these changes:
– Increased speed boosts for her **VTOL Jets**
– Reduced takeoff time for her **Skyward Dive Ultimate**
– An amplified **Missile Swarm Tactical** that now scans enemies on contact and no longer causes self-damage
– New upgrades affecting missile patterns, fuel consumption, and further takeoff time reduction for Skyward Dive
—
### Rampart’s Defensive Upgrades
Rampart’s walls have also received meaningful upgrades. Her **Amped Cover Tactical** now provides greater health, speed boosts, and a protective roof as players level up.
Additional upgrades include:
– Regenerating health for walls
– Infinite ammo when behind Amped Cover
Though this suggests Rampart may become more defensive, Respawn believes these buffs will encourage her to keep moving, allowing her squad to benefit from the bonuses.
—
### Weapon and Movement Updates
Changes extend beyond the map and Legends:
– **Alternator Rework**: The Alternator will gain the **Double Tap Hop-Up**, enabling players to fire both barrels at once for increased damage — powerful enough to secure kills at close range.
– **Mantle Boost Enhancement**: This move will better amplify player momentum, allowing faster traversal across the map. A new visual indicator will help players execute the move with greater precision.
—
### Olympus Returns to Wildcard Mode
Olympus won’t just feature in the core Apex Legends Battle Royale. The mode **Wildcard**, introduced last season, will see Olympus for the first time. This version includes extra ziplines, gravity cannons, and other features designed to keep matches fast-paced and exciting.
Wildcard’s Olympus map will be part of the **Supersonic Event**, running from **November 18 to December 16**.
—
### Season 27 Launch Details
Olympus is ready to take flight again in **Apex Legends: Amped**. Season 27 is set to begin on **Tuesday, November 4**.
For more information and detailed updates on Amped, be sure to visit the official [Apex Legends website](https://www.ea.com/games/apex-legends).
—
Get ready to explore the revamped Olympus and experience fresh gameplay this season in Apex Legends!
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146586/apex-legends-amped-season-27-preview