update · October 9, 2025

Apex Legends Update Nerfs Ash's Dash Speed

Apex Legends releases a balance update targeting Ash's dominant meta presence by reducing her Dash speed by roughly 30 percent, alongside a fix for Alter's Nexus Teleport.

Respawn Entertainment has pushed a targeted balance update for Apex Legends, significantly reducing Ash's mobility while resolving a technical issue for Alter.

Ash Dash Speed Reduction

Ash's Dash speed has been reduced by approximately 30 percent across all movement conditions, including in-air, on-ground, momentum, and directional inputs. Developers noted that previous cooldown increases and nerfs to the rest of her kit failed to bring her inline with other legends, necessitating a direct reduction to her dash passive speed.

Alter Ability Fix

The update also addresses a mechanical bug for Alter, ensuring that her downed Nexus Teleport now functions as originally intended.

Why this patch matters

The patch delivers a long-awaited adjustment to Ash's dominant movement kit, directly curbing her escape and engagement speed.