Apex Legends is in Season 31: Cipher, which launched on November 3, 2026. This hub sums up the current season, how ranked works right now, the latest patch changes and the RankSurge guides worth reading next, all checked against EA's official news.
Latest update: the Cipher patch reworked Crypto, added the Akimbo Wingman and airdropped Strongholds, and brought vote-based Legend bans to Diamond and higher ranked lobbies. Read the official patch notes or our plain-English summary.
What is happening in Apex Legends right now?
| Item | Current status |
|---|---|
| Season | Season 31: Cipher |
| Dates | Started November 3, 2026; end date not announced (roadmap window runs to January 2027) |
| Ranked | Rookie to Apex Predator; Level 20 to play; two vote-based Legend bans in Diamond and above; ranked maps Storm Point, E-District Night and Broken Moon |
| Latest patch | Cipher patch notes (November 2, 2026): Crypto rework, Akimbo Wingman, Strongholds, Lifeline and Revenant buffs, Loba nerf |
| Platforms | PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC (EA app, Steam, Epic Games Store) |
| Next up | Season 32 in early 2027 with Kings Canyon Evolved and a ranked overhaul |
Which Apex Legends guides should you read?
Apex Legends Ranks Explained: Tiers, RP and Season 31 Rules
Every tier, entry cost and demotion rule, plus the new Legend bans.
Read the guide: Apex Legends Ranks Explained: Tiers, RP and Season 31 RulesApex Legends Season 31 Cipher Guide: Everything New and Patch Notes
Crypto rework, Akimbo Wingman, Strongholds and weapon changes in plain English.
Read the guide: Apex Legends Season 31 Cipher Guide: Everything New and Patch NotesHow to Rank Up in Apex Legends: A Season 31 Plan That Works
Protect your RP, build a balanced squad and plan around Legend bans.
Read the guide: How to Rank Up in Apex Legends: A Season 31 Plan That WorksWhy is there no Apex Legends player lookup on RankSurge?
EA and Respawn do not offer an official public stats API for Apex Legends, so we do not run a player lookup or show account stats for this game. Rather than rely on unofficial data, we focus on accurate, sourced guides. Your own ranked progress is always visible in-game in the new Ranked tab. You can browse every guide we publish in the RankSurge guide library.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current Apex Legends season?
The current season is Season 31: Cipher, which launched on November 3, 2026. Respawn's roadmap places it between November 2026 and January 2027, but an exact end date has not been announced.
What level do you need to play Apex Legends ranked?
You need account Level 20. Season 31 removed the Road to Ranked challenges and returned to the Level 20 requirement.
How do Legend bans work in Apex ranked?
In Diamond and higher lobbies, each player can request one ban. Two Legends are banned per match, and each Legend's chance of being banned matches its share of the requests.
Which maps are in Apex ranked right now?
At the start of Season 31, ranked uses Storm Point, E-District Night and Broken Moon.
Can I look up my Apex Legends stats on RankSurge?
No. EA and Respawn do not provide an official public stats API for Apex Legends, so RankSurge offers guides for this game instead of a player lookup.
What is coming in Apex Legends Season 32?
Respawn has announced Kings Canyon Evolved for early 2027 and a ranked overhaul that adds Iron, Emerald and Grandmaster tiers with separate Open and Pro-Am leagues. Exact dates have not been announced.