Respawn is running an Apex Legends cross-play test that enables cross-play as the default option for all players, on all platforms, on the US-West servers. The test starts October 7th at approximately 10am PT and runs until the season ends on November 3rd. The intention is to shorten queue times and tighten matchmaking skill bands.
Apex Legends Cross-Play Test: What’s Happening
Starting October 7th at approximately 10am PT, cross-play will be enabled by default for all players on all platforms in the US-West servers. The test runs until the season ends on November 3rd.
Why Respawn Is Testing Default Cross-Play
According to the update notes, the intention of the matchmaking test is to shorten queue times and tighten matchmaking skill bands.
How Console Players Can Opt Out
Console players can opt out of the test by turning off cross-play in the settings menu.
Other Fixes: Broken Moon and Gibraltar
The update notes also list two fixes:
- Fixed an issue with missing floor geo on Broken Moon in Terraformer; players are no longer able to clip into the ground.
- Fixed an issue with Gibraltar skydive emote audio persisting after landing.
What the Test Means for Players
The Apex Legends matchmaking test affects players on the US-West servers, where cross-play is now the default setting. Console players who prefer not to take part can turn cross-play off in their settings menu. The test is set to run until the season ends on November 3rd.
Source: Apex Legends update notes, October 6, 2026.