How Many More Apex Packs Until Heirloom? The Ultimate Guide
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So, you’re chasing that coveted Heirloom set in Apex Legends, are you? The burning question on your mind: How many more Apex Packs do I need to crack open before I finally get those sweet, sweet Heirloom Shards? The answer, in its simplest form, is this: you are guaranteed to receive Heirloom Shards within 500 Apex Packs that you open, unless you already own all available Heirloom sets. However, the number of packs you need may be less than that if you are extremely lucky.
This “bad luck protection” system, implemented by Respawn Entertainment, ensures that even the unluckiest players eventually get their hands on an Heirloom. But how do you track your progress? And what factors can affect your odds? Let’s dive deep into the world of Apex Packs and Heirlooms to give you the definitive guide.
Understanding the Apex Pack Heirloom System
The Guaranteed Heirloom at 500 Packs
The cornerstone of Heirloom acquisition is the 500-pack guarantee. This means that if you open 499 Apex Packs without receiving Heirloom Shards, your 500th pack is guaranteed to contain them. Think of it as a built-in safety net.
The 1% Chance and the Pity Timer
While the 500-pack guarantee is reassuring, it’s crucial to remember that each Apex Pack has approximately a 1% chance of dropping Heirloom Shards. This means you could get lucky and receive them much earlier. The 500 pack guarantee is also known as a Pity Timer. The pity timer has a hard reset after every 500 apex packs opened.
Tracking Your Progress
Knowing where you stand in relation to the 500-pack threshold is vital. Unfortunately, Apex Legends doesn’t provide an in-game counter. Therefore, you need to track the number of Apex Packs you have opened manually.
Factors That Don’t Count
It is important to know what types of packs will count and what types of packs will not count. Event Packs do not count towards the 500-pack threshold. Only purchased Apex Packs and Apex Packs earned through leveling and the Battle Pass will count.
The Reset
Upon receiving Heirloom Shards, the 500-pack counter resets. Whether you obtain them on your first pack or your 499th, the next pack opened after receiving the shards begins a fresh countdown towards the next guaranteed drop.
Manually Tracking Your Apex Pack Count
Because Respawn doesn’t provide an in-game tracker, you’ll need to estimate your pack count based on a few factors:
- Leveling Up: Use this article or other resources to determine the number of Apex Packs you get per level.
- Battle Pass Progress: Count all the Apex Packs earned across all seasons you’ve completed.
- Purchased Packs: Keep a record of every Apex Pack you’ve bought with Apex Coins.
Combining these estimates should give you a pretty accurate picture of how many packs you’ve opened and how close you are to that guaranteed Heirloom.
Strategies for Maximizing Your Heirloom Chances
While patience is key, there are ways to strategically increase your chances of obtaining Heirloom Shards:
- Complete Every Battle Pass: Battle Passes are a reliable source of Apex Packs.
- Level Up Efficiently: Focus on earning XP to maximize your level-up rewards.
- Save Apex Coins: If you’re willing to spend money, save your Apex Coins to buy packs in bulk.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is an Heirloom guaranteed at 500 packs?
Yes, Heirloom Shards are guaranteed within 500 Apex Packs if you haven’t already unlocked all available Heirloom sets.
2. How many Apex Packs do you get at level 500?
By the time you reach level 500, you’ll get around 199 Apex Packs. Purchasing all Battle Passes will bump that number up to around 259 Apex Packs. However, the new level cap of 2,000 allows players to earn a total of 544 packs through leveling.
3. Will I get an Heirloom in 100 packs?
While it’s possible to get an Heirloom in 100 packs, it’s highly unlikely, given the 1% drop rate. The guaranteed drop only kicks in after 500 packs.
4. Does the Heirloom counter reset if you get it before 500 packs?
Yes, the bad luck protection counter resets as soon as you receive Heirloom Shards from opening standard Apex Packs. It does not reset if you unlock an Heirloom through an event.
5. Is anyone level 2000 in Apex Legends?
Yes, there are players who have reached the maximum level cap of 2000.
6. Do you still earn Apex Packs after level 500?
Yes, after the level cap increased, you can continue earning Apex Packs.
7. Can I buy Heirloom Shards directly?
No, you cannot directly purchase Heirloom Shards. They can only be obtained by opening Apex Packs or through event-specific methods.
8. Why are Heirlooms so hard to get?
Heirlooms are intended to be rare and prestigious items. The low drop rate and guaranteed drop system are designed to create a balance between rarity and accessibility.
9. What happens if you buy the wrong Heirloom?
Unfortunately, once you’ve unlocked an Heirloom, it’s permanently added to your collection, and you cannot get a refund or exchange it.
10. Which Legends don’t have an Heirloom yet?
As of the current game state, Horizon, Fuse, Ash, Mad Maggie, Newcastle, Vantage, and Catalyst do not have their own Heirlooms.
11. How do you get guaranteed Heirlooms?
You get Heirloom Shards guaranteed after opening 500 Apex Packs that were earned through leveling or purchased.
12. Why am I level 1 on Apex?
If your account unexpectedly resets to Level 1, with missing progress and purchases, your console account may have been unlinked from your Epic Games account.
13. What is the maximum level in Apex?
The new level cap in Apex Legends is 2000, which is effectively four loops through levels 1-500.
14. How often do you get Apex Packs after level 400?
From level 400 to 500, you receive one Apex Pack every five levels.
15. Can you get Heirloom Shards without opening 500 packs?
Yes, each Apex Pack has a 1% chance of dropping Heirloom Shards, so it is possible to get them before opening 500 packs.
Conclusion: Patience and Persistence
Obtaining an Heirloom in Apex Legends requires patience, persistence, and a bit of luck. By understanding the system, tracking your progress, and employing strategic methods, you can increase your chances of adding that coveted cosmetic to your collection.
Remember, it’s all about enjoying the game and celebrating those small victories along the way. Happy hunting, Legends! Check out resources from the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org for more insights into the world of gaming.