In Apex Legends, players have been debating about the 1x Digital Threat for a while. This optic, which helps see through smoke and other obstacles, was quite popular, especially when Bangalore was a dominant character.
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But now, in Season 21, the developers have decided to remove the Digital Threat from the game completely. This decision was hinted at in early notes.
During the “can’t see anything” phase of the game, the Digital Threat was a lifesaver for many players. It was mainly used on close-range weapons, like pistols and shotguns, to help see through smoke. However, even after some balance changes in Season 20, the devs decided to take it out of the game altogether.
This news comes from IGN before the official patch notes release. The Digital Threat was effective because it helped spot enemies easily during intense fights. However, limiting it to only two types of weapons made it less versatile and could be confusing for players.
Removing it from the game entirely might shake up the meta in Season 21. It could make certain legends, like Seer and Bloodhound, more viable, and change how Bangalore’s smoke is used in matches.
Keep in mind, though, that this information is based on early notes and could change before Season 21 launches.