Apex Legends is heading to a galaxy far, far away. Respawn has officially confirmed the Apex Legends x Star Wars collaboration, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest crossover events the game has ever seen. From lightsaber-inspired heirlooms to cinematic Legend skins and limited-time events, this isn’t just a cosmetic drop. It’s a full Season 28 takeover.
If you’re wondering what’s coming, what’s worth unlocking, and what you should grab before the event ends, here’s a complete breakdown of everything we know so far.
Apex Legends x Star Wars Event Overview
The collaboration is expected to launch around February 10, 2026, lining up with Season 28: Breach and Apex Legends’ 7th Anniversary. Respawn is clearly stacking content here, aiming to satisfy casual players, collectors, and long-time fans all at once.
What’s included in the event:
- Star Wars–inspired Legend skins
- Lightsaber-style heirlooms and mythics
- Limited-time modes and map takeovers
- Free anniversary rewards and event challenges
Star Wars Heirlooms & Mythics
The highlight of the event is easily the new melee cosmetics.
Confirmed Items
- Lightsaber Heirloom
A classic saber-style heirloom with custom melee animations, available through the Split 1 Collection Event. - Lightwhip Mythic
A purple energy whip unlocked via the Split 1 Milestone Track (150 shards), complete with a Star Wars–themed mythic deathbox.
These are some of the most desirable cosmetics Apex has ever released, but unlocking them will require either serious grinding or careful use of shards and Apex Coins before the event ends.
Limited-Time Modes & Map Changes
The Star Wars crossover isn’t staying in the menu. Maps and POIs are getting galactic visual updates, with themed lighting, sound effects, and environmental details that make matches feel straight out of a sci-fi battle.
Respawn hasn’t revealed every LTM yet, but expect cinematic presentation and altered gameplay rules designed specifically for the event.
Star Wars Legend Skins
Several Legends are receiving full Star Wars–inspired skins. These aren’t simple recolors. They’re detailed, cinematic designs meant to completely transform how each Legend looks in-game.
Known and Rumored Skins
- Revenant – Rumored General Grievous–style armor
- Octane – High-energy galactic pilot outfit
- Valkyrie – Sci-fi pilot design (leaked, not fully confirmed)
- Fuse – Breach-themed armor with Star Wars elements
- Loba – Rogue-style sci-fi aesthetic
Most of these skins are tied to event packs or collection tracks, meaning they’ll be limited-time only.
How This Fits Into Season 28 & the 7th Anniversary
Season 28 is doing a lot of heavy lifting.
- Star Wars collaboration and Anniversary Event overlap
- Free-track rewards available alongside premium cosmetics
- Reactive Battle Pass skins, including the evolving Bocek Compound Bow
- Collection events aligned with the Breach theme
For collectors, this season is stacked. For casual players, there are still plenty of free and earnable rewards just for logging in and playing.
Core Gameplay Updates in Season 28
The crossover isn’t just visual flair. Season 28 brings major gameplay changes.
Legend Updates
- Fuse – Full rework to tactical and ultimate abilities
- Bloodhound – Buffs aimed at aggressive scanning playstyles
- Catalyst & Newcastle – Minor buffs for better ranked viability
Weapon Changes
- Flatline & R-301 – Buffed back into the meta
- Wingman – Rumored akimbo dual-wield variant
- New Fuse Melee Weapon – Knuckle-duster style weapon interacting with destructible environments
Map Updates
- World’s Edge rework with Breach-themed changes
- Breakable regenerative windows added to select POIs for more tactical play
Final Thoughts
Season 28 is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious updates Apex Legends has ever seen. The Apex Legends x Star Wars collaboration goes far beyond cosmetics, blending event content, gameplay updates, and anniversary rewards into a single massive season.
Whether you’re here for lightsaber heirlooms, cinematic Legend skins, or meaningful meta changes, this season has something worth jumping in for. Just don’t wait too long. Once the event ends, a lot of this content disappears with it.
