Mastering the Apex Legends Battle Sense mechanic is a surefire way of gaining valuable information over the course of a match.
Battle Sense arrives as part of the Season 21 update for Apex Legends and as part of a returning and revamped solos mode, Respawn Entertainment has added a few helping hands as the squad size decreases from three to one.
In this guide, find everything there is to know about the Battle Sense mechanic including how it works and what information it reveals during the heat of battle.
Apex Legends Battle Sense Mechanic Explained
During a Season 21 media panel, events lead Mike Button shed light on how Battle Sense works during a solos match:
"Since you don't have teammates watching your back, this simple new HUD indicator is meant to help with map and player awareness. With Battle Sense, an icon and distinct audio cue will appear alerting you if an enemy is within 50 meters."
When near an opponent, be sure to listen out for the cue and the icon that will flash on the minimap to be aware of any potential danger nearby.
How to Use Battle Sense in Apex Legends
Apex Legends Battle Sense is a fully automated process meaning everyone has the ability to use it in solos. There's no need to press a button or a keybind to activate it so pay close attention to when the icon and cue appear.
Is Battle Sense in Apex Legends Trios?
No, Battle Sense is exclusively available in solos. As mentioned earlier, the mechanic is designed to improve the awareness of players due to the smaller squad size. Respawn is listening to player feedback so be sure to let them know how it impacts gameplay over the course of the solo cycle.
There you have it, that's everything there is to know about Battle Sense in Apex Legends. For more, check out our guide on Alter showcasing all of her abilities.