Gunfire echoes in the buildings to my right and I can hear someone running to my left.
Im all thats left of my squad.
All I have is a pistol and the gunfire is getting closer.
Nintendo / Respawn Entertainment
More footsteps to my left.
I spin around as quickly as I can using the joystick on my Switch controller.
But Im too slow; the enemy is already lining up their shot.
Apexblends the action of battle royales with the class roles of a hero shooterthinkOverwatchmeetsFortniteorPlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds(akaPUBG).
There are a few caveats, though.
Switching Out
Like many other first-person shooters,Apex Legendsbenefits greatly when the game is running smoothly.
The PC version of the game can easily get a solid 60 frames-per-second (FPS).
Instead of running at 1080P when docked, the game runs at 720P.
This resolution drops even further when playing in handheld mode, with the resolution maxing out at 576P.
The FPS also is locked at 30 FPS in both modes to help ensure smoother gameplay experiences.
These changes are extremely noticeable on the Switch version ofApex.
Barely Missing the Mark
Lowered visual fidelity isnt a deal-breaker, though.
The problem is the 30 FPS lock.
Combat that should feel quick and fluid often comes off as sluggish.
Its the fact it’s all locked at 30 FPS that makes everything feel slower.
Immediately upon loading into a game, I noticed the textures appeared to be a bit muddier.
This is a nice addition to have, but the problemonce againis its FPS.
Dont let the above discourage you, though, asApexLegendsis a welcome addition to the Switchs library.
It will save you a lot of headaches in the long run.
