What payment model is Apex Legends offered under?

Apex Legends is offered under a free-to-play payment model. Players can download and play the core game without buying the title upfront, while optional purchases support its ongoing service.

Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment monetize the game through microtransactions and in-game currency. These purchases can include cosmetic items such as character outfits, weapon designs, and other customization content. The game also uses a seasonal live-service structure, with continuing updates, new Legends, maps, modes, and events.

Free-to-play does not mean every item or feature is automatically free. Apex Legends has included purchasable cosmetic content and battle-pass-style seasonal rewards, but buying those items is optional for entering ordinary matches. It is also different from buy-to-play games, which require an initial purchase before players can access the main game.