Apex Legends Unveils Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Event Features: This is what we know till now

Apex Legends is set to embrace the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth crossover with a new event mode, replacing the regular Battle Royale format. Players can anticipate the arrival of Cloud's iconic Buster Sword, available both as a weapon with light and heavy attacks, a blocking feature, and a dash move. The sword also boasts a meter to unleash a powerful "Limit Break," resembling the famed Omni-Slash from the teaser trailer.

Buster Sword: New Heirloom for All Legends

Aside from the mode-exclusive Buster Sword R2R5, an additional version known as Buster Sword R5 will be introduced as a general heirloom for all Legends. Obtainable through random drops in event packs, this version serves as a cosmetic item without gameplay abilities. Notably, it won't be available in the Mythic shop post-event, making its exclusivity during the event paramount.

Event Skins and New Hop-up: Materia

The Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth event brings forth 36 cosmetic items, including Legend and weapon skins, exclusively accessible through event packs. Additionally, a new hop-up called Materia can be found in the takeover event mode. Materia Hop-Ups enhance weapon effects or provide bonuses, with specific impacts for select weapons. The event-limited Cactuar Ticks will also feature these Materia Hop-Ups.


Blue Materia: HP Absorb - Damaging enemies heals the player.
Green Materia: Lightning - Reloading an empty weapon emits a shock nova, damaging and slowing nearby enemies.
Purple Materia: Crit Rate Up - Random criticals deliver extra damage.
Red Materia: Summon - Summons a Nessie companion to attack foes.
Yellow Materia: Assess - Damaging enemies reveals their remaining health.

Gil & Reward Shop

A new event currency called Gil will be introduced, earned during matches and redeemable for various rewards such as packs, badges, and event-limited items.

Event Schedule and Twitch Drops

The Final Fantasy VII Rebirth event kicks off on January 9 and runs until January 30. Additionally, Twitch drops for the event will be available from January 12 to 30, rewarding viewers who tune in to select Twitch streamers.

FAQs

Can I obtain the Buster Sword R5 outside of the event packs during the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth event in Apex Legends?
No, the Buster Sword R5, serving as a general heirloom, is exclusively available through random drops in event packs during the event.

How can I acquire the new Materia Hop-Ups in the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth event mode?
In the takeover event mode, Materia Hop-Ups can be found in the world or event-limited Cactuar Ticks. They provide increased effects and/or bonuses when attached to select weapons.