Apex Legends reveals latest matchmaking test findings

Image credit: Electronic ArtsRespawn Entertainment has shared an update regarding its recent matchmaking test for Apex Legends.

In the blog post, the developer covers several key details about matchmaking, the results of test 26.1, context for recent updates to duo matchmaking, upcoming changes and more.

The blog by Respawn Entertainment begins with a breakdown of the matchmaker’s priorities. The two main criteria include filling lobbies with similarly skilled players and doing so within a set period of time.

Various factors impact how quickly it can find a balanced match, including platforms, region and the active population. It observes how there are ‘peak’ and ‘valleys’ for player counts in…