Unlike in other battle royale games, Apex Legends players don't get into the match as their own avatars. Instead, squads get in the match as duos or trios of characters from a roster of multitalented Legends. In the Respawn battle royale, matches are made not just on weapon selection and map navigation but also on team composition.
Just selecting a Legend before a match is half the battle. After all, Legends have innate Skills that transform them into offensive, defensive, or even supportive powerhouses. For players who want their next match to be more decisive, just what party compositions should they try next?
10 Bangalore, Bloodhound, Lifeline
Players who want a play-safe approach will appreciate the blend of caution and aggression with Bangalore, Bloodhound, and Lifeline. Essentially, Bloodhound tracks areas with his Tracker (Passive), while Bangalore secures the attack or the defense via Smoke Launcher (Tactical), and Lifeline stands by for the healing with D.O.C. (Tactical).
Thanks to Lifeline's D.O.C providing both healing and revives, the squad can enjoy adding flexibility to combat. For instance, Bloodhound's Eye of the Allfather (Tactical) can see through Bangalore's smoky Tactical. Additionally, Bloodhound can get aggressive himself with Beast of the Hunt (Ultimate).
Alternatively, Bangalore can trap or deter enemies with her Rolling Thunder (Ultimate) while Lifeline dashes in for the heal, with Bloodhound securing the exit.
9 Bangalore, Bloodhound, Mirage
Players who want a more aggressive playstyle will enjoy the combination of Bangalore, Bloodhound, and Mirage. Essentially, the three Legends have a great way of snuffing enemies out of hiding places and into a world of hurt.
For instance, Bloodhound's Tactical can see through Bangalore's smoke canister – meaning, getting smoked inside a room isn't advisable. Moreover, Bloodhound's Tactical alone can provoke enemies out in the open, leaving them wide open for Bangalore's messy missile ordinances (Ultimate).
In the case of Mirage, his Psyche Out (Tactical) decoys can become a sheer annoyance. This can also provoke enemies out of cover, leaving them wide open. And when Mirage pops out Life Of The Party (Ultimate), the many Mirage clones can easily stun opponents enough for a quick kill.
8 Bangalore, Bloodhound, Pathfinder
Thanks to the addition of Pathfinder, teammates Bangalore and Bloodhound can enjoy mobile hardline aggression. Essentially, their combined skillset encourages dealing with enemies as quickly and as efficiently as possible.
Pathfinder's Grappling Hook (Tactical) gives him room to reach high surfaces for sniping and scouting enemy positions. Thanks to its quick recharge time, Pathfinder can grapple again to secure a closer position for backup or reposition for better aim.
With this freedom of mobility, Bangalore and Bloodhound can approach aggression with added flexibility. Bloodhound's Tactical and Bangalore's smoke canister can snuff out enemies out of hiding places and lead them to Pathfinder's aim. Likewise, the three of them can just burst into a room and clear it of enemies quickly.
7 Bangalore, Crypto, Revenant
Surveillance Expert Crypto favors the patient approach, perfect for Bangalore and Revenant with existing potential for stealth builds. With Crypto's long-distance scouting, he can easily declare enemy positions and prompt Bangalore and Revenant to initiate the offensive.
Crypto does his magic from afar courtesy of his Surveillance Drone (Tactical), which he deploys to check nearby interactive objects as well as spot enemies. With Drone EMP (Ultimate), he can damage shields and disorient enemies, which is perfect for a fast-and-loose squad clear. Players who get acquainted with Crypto's long-distance approach can synergize this squad's abilities fairly quickly.
For instance, Bangalore can position her Rolling Thunder to hit enemies from afar as soon as Crypto sees them. If Crypto positions his Drone carefully, it can still tag opponents while Crypto is moving separately. This is great for initiating the offensive with Bangalore's smoke canisters or with Revenant's Death Totem (Ultimate) that grants a temporary extra life.
6 Bangalore, Lifeline, Pathfinder
What Pathfinder lacks in terms of enemy detection, he compensates via sheer maneuverability. Thanks to Pathfinder's skillset, his squad can take full advantage of strategic positioning.
Essentially, Pathfinder can fulfill his title of Forward Scout by using his Grappling Hook to latch on various surfaces, allowing him to reach incredible heights for advanced recon with multiple opportunities for exit. In fact, his Zipline Gun (Ultimate) will allow the squad to escape or reach faraway destinations if necessary.
Furthermore, Pathfinder can become a sniper from afar while Bangalore and Lifeline distract opponents via frontline aggression. With Lifeline as an added health insurance, and Bangalore as the aggressive element, the squad can stay in combat or skirt away if necessary.
5 Bloodhound, Pathfinder, Revenant
Synthetic Nightmare Revenant adds aggression to the reconnaissance specialty of Bloodhound and Pathfinder. Thanks to him, the party can have a more high-risk play.
Death Totem alone gives the squad at most 20-seconds' worth of playtime to assess enemy strength and secure some knockdowns. Likewise, Revenant's Silence (Tactical) can make enemy abilities useless, with Stalker (Passive) making him a lethal and silent opponent in stealth approaches.
In terms of strategy, Pathfinder can spot enemies from afar while Bloodhound declares their positions to help Revenant prepare his Silence or Totem. Alternatively, Bloodhound can use his Tactical to spot the enemy while Revenant and Pathfinder split to cover multiple approaches.
4 Bloodhound, Gibraltar, Pathfinder
Players who appreciate defensive play won't go wrong with Gibraltar. Combined with Bloodhound's tracking and Pathfinder's maneuverability, this trio will enjoy a more safe but mobile approach in combat.
Essentially, Bloodhound's Tactical can direct Gibraltar to where the most enemies are to tank damage. That way, Pathfinder can swoop in as a mobile backup to clean up the mess.
Gibraltar's Gun Shield (Passive) and Fortified (Trait) alone make him a damage sponge, with Dome of Protection (Tactical) providing further protection to his squad in emergencies. To add a world of hurt, Gibraltar's Defensive Bombardment (Ultimate) can drop a barrage of explosives while the squad is comfortable inside his Dome.
3 Crypto, Horizon, Octane
Crypto and his long-distance scouting also favor fast-and-loose aggression. In turn, his strategies work well with Legends such as Horizon and Octane. Essentially, a well-positioned Drone that tags enemies continuously fits right into the heart of the aggressive playstyles of Horizon and Octane.
For instance, Horizon easily rules the skies with her Gravity Lift (Tactical). Aside from being able to attack opponents while floating, her Lift can send ordinances, knocked down people, or even enemies to various directions. Her Black Hole (Ultimate) pulls enemies towards her bot NEWT, making for a mean target.
It doesn't help that Octane adds sheer confusion to the mix. His Stim (Tactical) trades health for a speed boost, making him the ideal decoy against aggressive enemies. Moreover, his Launch Pad (Ultimate) can send him to ridiculous places, perfect for reposition and for springing opponents into unsavory locations.
2 Crypto, Revenant, Rampart
Rampart adds a vastly defensive component to Crypto's long-distance reconnaissance and Revenant's stealth potential. This squad is great for securing locations quickly and planning for imminent threats.
Crypto's Drone can constantly tag targets from the right position. This can tell Rampart if she needs to deploy or hide her Amped Cover (Tactical) or even set up her minigun Shiela (Ultimate). In fact, Rampart can go fast and loose by deploying her Covers as distractions in the heat of combat. Alternatively, a Rampart can secure a building in the essential last minutes of a match.
With Revenant's Stalker (Passive) and Silence (Tactical), he can become a great deterrent to any potential assailants to the team's position. Aside from being Rampart's backup, Revenant can also become the team's stealth scout.
1 Lifeline, Loba, Mirage
Loba makes quick work of the need to find gear anywhere on the map. After all, her fast-charging Black Market Boutique (Ultimate) can help her team get the best gear within a short vicinity. Her presence can help the likes of Lifeline and Mirage secure their gear quickly to maximize their efficiency in battle.
Mirage can use his drones to lure enemies out of position as they navigate to safer spaces. In the meantime, Lifeline can provide much-needed medical aid in any incursions.
It's Loba that becomes the wildcard to the team, as her Burglar's Best Friend (Tactical) can help her teleport to short distances quickly to reposition, scout ahead, or even lead the offensive.