For decades, scientists have tried and failed to prove the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. However, while inconclusive evidence remains unattainable in reality, Scotland’s legendary creature resides in the murky waters of Apex Legends. Curiously, there’s a surefire way to summon Nessie, if you follow all of the right steps. In the brief video walkthrough featured above, GamesRadar has detailed exactly how to awaken the creature.
Apparently, the growing community behind Apex Legends discovered the Nessie Easter egg in less than a day after the game’s surprise launch. But there is not just one monster to find. Ten Nessie figurines are hidden across the map, all of which must be destroyed in a specific order. The best way to get them all in one run is by having a full squad of three. This way, the duties of dispatching the figurines can be divided amongst multiple players. Additionally, communication reigns supreme. Loch Ness Monster figurines after the first will not appear until previous Nessies have been shattered.
Once all ten of the little Nessies are dispatched, the Loch Ness Monster herself will rise from the waters east of Apex Legends‘ swamp region. Apart from slowly surfacing, then sinking back down into the body of water, she doesn’t do much else. Too bad finding proof of Nessie’s existence in reality isn’t as easily accomplished.
The Loch Ness Monster is bound to give players yet another reason to swarm to Respawn’s latest foray into online gaming. Within a week of its launch, the free-to-play battle royale game had already achieved a player-base of 25 million, making Apex Legends an instant success for both Respawn and Electronic Arts.
[Source: GamesRadar]
Apex Legends Launch Tips
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Medic Required
Save us, Lifeline!
Support classes aren’t usually particularly popular, but they are a necessity for squads that hope to win. Apex Legends lists two players as support characters: Lifeline and Pathfinder. But really, Lifeline is a true support character, featuring a tactical ability which deploys a healing droid and an ultimate ability that calls in a drop pod full of defensive gear. You can only happen upon so many health packs and shield recharges out in the field, but nearly continuous access to a healing drone is guaranteed to increase your chances of success. Since character selection is random each match, if you’re the last person to choose and your team doesn’t yet have Lifeline selected, it’s in your best interest to give your squad a literal lifeline. You’ll be thankful you did.
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Stick Together
Squad Up
The team that stays together, wins together. Apex Legends places a heavy emphasis on teams. Characters will even say things to each other if the team is too spread out. You don’t have to stay on top of one another, and indeed in the case of an unexpected ambush it is better to not be too close to each other as the threat of a squad wipe becomes very real. But if your squad mates are too far away when you’re in desperate need of some healing, then you’ll feel especially vulnerable.
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Choose the Right Drop Point
"This Place Looks Promising..."
As with most battle royale games, there is something of a pre-game in Apex Legends. Squads launch out of VTOL craft and jetpack down to wherever they would like to start the fight. While it is tempting to glide on over to one of the many large buildings featured in Kings Canyon, it’s also tempting for other squads to land there. Don’t forget that you start every match essentially unarmed, so if another player reaches the large shiny building ahead of your squad, you may be in for an early death.
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Communicate
Communication...Rules the Nation
Team-based games obviously require teamwork. Communication is vital for any amount of teamwork. For those of you without a mic or playing in an area/at a time that limits your verbal communications options, don’t forget the ping system. Apex Legends features a simple, yet robust system triggered by pressing or holding R1. See some body armor or a flatline rifle early in the match? Just point at the item and tap R1 to point it out to your teammates. The same goes for enemies, respawn points, and more. Squads have won using only the ping system, and with practice, you can too.
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Know When to Back Out
Live to Fight Another Minute
This is perhaps one of the hardest things to do in a game like Apex Legends. If your squad is ambushed, and one or more of your teammates is taken out, your initial reaction may be to rush to their aid. But sometimes, and especially if you’re not sure where exactly the enemy is firing from, it may be best to creep back a ways. Wait until the heat dies down, then go to your fallen ally. Assuming they have only been knocked down, it’s easy to revive them. At the very least, you can secure their revival. You’ll need to stay wary, though, as the enemy may assume you’re using this exact tactic, and they may be using your ally’s death marker as bait.