Respawn Entertainment drops the first concrete teasers for Season 29. While recent seasons have focused heavily on shifting the movement meta, it looks like the long-ignored Recon and Support classes are finally getting their time in the sun. New social media teasers have effectively confirmed that Vantage is receiving a massive kit overhaul, while dataminers suggest that Loba long delayed buffs are finally ready for primetime.
TL;DR
- Vantage teased to receive a significant mobility and speed boost.
- Sniper’s Mark ultimate will reportedly feature a side mounted sight for close range combat.
- Loba buffs previously slated for Season 28 have been moved to the Season 29 launch.
- Teasers hint at a new interaction or rivalry between Vantage and the Legend Sparrow.
Vantage rework in season 29 brings close range lethality
For several seasons, Vantage has struggled to find a home in the high level meta due to her massive hitbox and the rigid nature of her Sniper’s Mark ultimate. A recent teaser image released by Respawn shows a workspace with sticky notes detailing a conversation between Vantage and the Season 25 legend, Sparrow. One note explicitly mentions Vantage becoming agile as a prowler, suggesting a rework to her Echo Relocation tactical or a base movement speed increase.
Perhaps the most impactful leak involves her custom sniper rifle. Reports indicate the ultimate will now feature a side mounted sight, allowing players to toggle between traditional long range optics and a 2x Bruiser style sight. This change aims to solve the awkwardness of being caught with the ultimate out during a sudden close quarters push.
Leaked Vantage Changes for Season 29
| Ability | Predicted Change | Meta Impact |
| Sniper’s Mark (Ult) | Side mounted 2x optic addition | Higher versatility in mid-range scrambles |
| Echo Relocation (Tactical) | Reduced wind-up and increased travel speed | Better escapability for her large hitbox |
| Passive | Improved tracking through various visual clutter | Stronger counter-play against smoke and gas |
Loba buffs finally slated for season 29
Loba mains have had a rough ride lately. While significant utility buffs were expected during the second split of Season 28, they were pulled at the last minute for further tuning. Reliable community leakers suggest these changes are now baked into the Season 29 update. The delay is reportedly due to Respawn balancing her Black Market to ensure it doesn’t become too oppressive in the final circles of ALGS-style matches, where loot economy is everything.
The anticipated buffs are expected to focus on her Burglar’s Best Friend bracelet, potentially reducing the vertical height arc or the cooldown when used for short distances. This would allow Loba to keep pace with the increasingly aggressive skirmisher meta dominated by legends like Horizon and Alter.
The Sparrow connection and lore implications
The “work in progress” teaser isn’t just about stats. The dialogue between Vantage and Sparrow hints at a budding mentorship or rivalry. While Sparrow suggested using a bow (likely a nod to the Bocek or Sparrow’s own kit), Vantage’s insistence on bullets reinforces her identity as the premier sharpshooter. This interaction likely points to a lore-heavy season where we see the younger legends taking a more prominent role in the Apex Games’ hierarchy.
If these mobility buffs for Vantage are as substantial as the “prowler” comment suggests, we could see a shift where Recon legends aren’t just used for beacons, but as secondary entry fraggers who can secure a knock from distance and immediately close the gap to capitalize.
