The highly anticipated Future Icons Event has arrived in Apex Legends, introducing the game-changing Arenas: Duels mode that fans have been requesting for years. This mid-season update delivers intense 1v1 combat with exclusive rewards.
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Apex Legends Debuts Revolutionary Arenas: Duels Mode
The Future Icons Event runs from June 24-July 15, 2025, bringing a brand new variant called Arenas: Duels. This marks the first official 1v1 mode in Apex Legends history, featuring stripped-down combat with no abilities, no heals, and pure gunplay skills.
Matches last five minutes with performance tracked on a live leaderboard, creating competitive tension that keeps players coming back. While abilities are disabled initially, they’ll be reintroduced later during the event, adding strategic depth as the event progresses.
The mode addresses a long-standing community request, as players have struggled to set up proper 1v1s in Apex Legends since the game launched as a battle royale.
| Event Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Duration | June 24 – July 15, 2025 |
| New Mode | Arenas: Duels (1v1) |
| Match Length | 5 minutes |
| Abilities | Disabled initially, added later |
| Daily Points | Up to 1,400 per day |
Exclusive Rewards and Cosmetics
Players can earn up to 1,400 points daily by completing challenges, unlocking exclusive Future Icons cosmetics and progressing toward all four event badges. The reward track features legendary skins and exclusive content that won’t be available after the event ends.
The event also includes free legend unlocks and premium cosmetic options, making it accessible for both new and veteran players looking to expand their collections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Apex Legends Future Icons Event end?
The event runs until July 15, 2025, giving players three weeks to earn rewards.
Does Arenas: Duels allow abilities?
Initially no, but abilities will be reintroduced later in the event for strategic variety.
