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There's been a fair amount of changes with the Legends tier list in Apex Legends as Season 23 Split 2 went live on December 17, 2024. Starting with the latest nerfs to both Newcastle and Lifeline, we've seen a drastic shift in the meta with the debut of the newest split. Players are now resorting to try more dynamic team comps after the both the meta support legends got nerfed with the newest patch.
This article will provide a detailed insight into the Legends tier list in Apex Legends for Season 23 Split 2. To know more, read below.
Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer's opinions.
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Tier list of all Legends in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2
Our tier list will divide the Legends into four categories:
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S tier
- Revenant
- Gibraltar
- Crypto
- Rampart
Revenant
Revenant is a versatile character who can easily chase down and retreat from gunfights. The ability to lunge forward makes it easier to cover a large distance on the map whenever required. Revenant's ultimate ability allows players to take on risky gunfights and overpower opponents with the ability to absorb a large amount of damage.
Crypto
Crypto entered the meta after the devs ingrained the ability to become completely invisible while droning. This ability came in the form of a perk that can be chosen after gaining Blue shields. Players can take advantage of this perk and survive difficult scenarios and gunfights in the final zones to attack at the right moment.
While the Apex Legends Season 23 patch did nerf this ability to a certain extent, it is still a fact that Crypto is currently the best Recon Legend in the game. Whether you make use of his invisibility or not, the character and his trustee drone have a lot to offer. In the right hands, it can destabilize multiple teams and earn you fantastic elimination and placement points.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar saw some fantastic new improvements to his entire kit with the Apex Legends Season 23 patch. With the latest update, his base cooldown for the Dome of Protection has been reduced and he has been offered two interesting new perks in the game. This is an absolute game-changer.
We believe that Gibraltar is now suited to make a comeback in the game, and with the right Legend synergies, you will be able to dominate both your casual and ranked games in Apex Legends. We do urge you to practice with this character before hopping directly into your ranked games. He does have a learning curve, and you need to understand the fundamentals of using Dome of Protection before heading into the game's competitive playlist.
Read more: How to play Gibraltar in Apex Legends
Rampart
Rampart's Ultimate was changed to a bullet model, which means it can be used while it is charging up. It behaves similarly to Vantage's Sniper and makes the minigun more accessible during rapid gunfights. The devs also ingrained the ability to pick up her walls remotely in the latest patch.
Newcastle
In Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2, Newcastle got nerfed in the following manner:
Revive Shield
- White: 250 HP (was 300)
- Blue: 400 HP (was 450)
- Purple: 600 HP (was 750)
Mobile Shield
- Base CD increased to 20s (was 15s)
- Removed invulnerability, Thick Shield HP now integrated into base
- Swift Shield upgrade now also reduces CD to 12s
Despite these changes, Newcastle, in our opinion, still remains a meta-tier character in the game. His abilities surpass most other Support Legends, and in the right hands, he can absolutely dominate over the competition.
Newcastle's ability to revive players mid-combat is what makes him extremely special. With a Gold Knockdown shield equipped, he can ensure that his teammates are always ready to fight. He is one of the best Legends when it comes to resetting after a fight, and providing team with supportive utility in the game.
A tier
- Wraith
- Lifeline
- Catalyst
- Pathfinder
- Fuse
- Newcastle
Wraith
Wraith remains a stable Legend pick in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. Fans can pick this character and play a crucial role in tunneling through the map to get the team to safety. It is one of the classic characters in the game that can adapt to both aggressive and defensive strategies, making Wraith a high-tier character.
However, playing Wraith can be difficult as the learning curve is quite steep and you would need to understand the flow of each match. Recklessly activating the abilities can land you in less-than-desirable situations and put a target on your head.
Fortunately, the new perks system allows for some upgrades that can make escaping from dangerous scenarios easier with faster ability activations and lower cooldowns.
Also read: Best perks for all Legends in Apex Legends Season 23
Lifeline
Lifeline Revived went live with the debut of Apex Legends Season 23. Her latest rework made her an incredible character in the game, the likes of which were simply unparalleled. The character was provided with new movement abilites, and two fantastic support abilities in the game.
The Lifeline Revived rework made the character not only meta, but quite overpowered in the first Split of Season 23. However, with the launch of Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2, her powers have been nerfed. As per the patch notes, the following changes were made to her kit:
- D.O.C. Halo: increased cooldown to 180s (was 150)
- Hands-free D.O.C.: revive is now the same speed as non-support Legends
We believe that despite the nerfs, her kit is powerful enough to provide her with a spot on the A-tier of this list. In the right hands, Lifeline players can ensure that their team never gets knocked down, and the enemies never have a chance to push them in the game.
Check out: Lifeline Revived guide in Apex Legends: How to play, best perks, and more
Catalyst
The Controller class buffs make Catalyst a fantastic character pick in Season 23 Split 2 of Apex Legends. This is one of the most picked controllers in the game as the abilities allow players to completely close off most buildings and houses on any map.
The ability to lock down open positions is lacking for Catalyst but compensates with the ultimate which can temporarily divide the battlefield into two halves. This is mostly used to either isolate fights with an enemy team or to create a safe passage to the safe zone.
Combined with the spikes to delay any enemy rush strategies, Catalyst can rebuild broken doors completely with the perk system. This makes it easier to hold down game-winning spots while poking at opponents from safe cover.
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Pathfinder
Pathfinder has found himself climbing up to the A-tier in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. It is one of the highest-picked legends in the entire game - be it casual, ranked, or competitive esports. The mobility that one can gain with this character is simply priceless and can be the deciding factor between winning or losing a game.
Pathfinder's zipline is indestructible and provides a quick and easy way to rotate around the map from one point to another. While enemies can shoot you down from such maneuvers, the legend has a perk that can decrease all incoming damage while you are on the zip.
Grappling is the most important part of the kit which allows you to rapidly reposition when taking fights. It can be used to back off or chase after enemies depending on the situation and requirement.
Fuse
Fuse is undoubtedly the bane of every single Legend in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. With his only effective counter being Wattson, this character can rain down hellfire upon anyone he desires.
With two counts of Knuckle Clusters available off-cooldown, Fuse always gets access to some free explosive damage at his will. The Legend can further carry grenades in stacks of two, allowing him to be a constant menace against every team he goes against.
Lastly, his Ultimate Ability, The Motherlode, is a fantastic zoning tool that deals incendiary damage and also provides recon vision against all enemies trapped inside it. This can be combined with various other abilities, like Horizon's Black Hole ultimate, to wipe out teams in a single encounter.
Also read: All Fuse skins in Apex Legends
B tier
- Horizon
- Ash
- Caustic
- Bangalore
While not the best in their respective classes, all four of these Legends remain viable picks in the game. The new Legend perks do improve their general quality of life in the game; however, if you are running with a strict goal of dominating every Ranked game, you are better off picking any of the Legends listed in the former tiers.
C tier
- Seer
- Mirage
- Loba
- Bloodhound
- Octane
The C-tier Legends have pretty decent kits, however, their impact on the field is extremely situational in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. Characters like Octane, who once dominated the meta, are slowly losing their edge due to the increasing number of mobility opportunities available on every map.
All these Legends require great communication between you and your teammates to make an impact.
Also read: All Octane skins in Apex Legends
D tier
- Ballistic
Ballistic has arguably been dealt the worst possible cards with the new update in Apex Legends Season 23. While the Legends hold their own quite well in public matches, if you are queuing for Ranked, you should prioritize other units in the same class.
However, if you have to pick this character, we urge you to go with Ballistic only after mastering the necessary playstyle. His kit, especially his ultimate ability, allows your team to wreak havoc on the field. While his perks are quite underwhelming, his base kit still holds some weight.
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