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APEX LEGENDS

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APEX LEGENDS
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MINIMUM AGE: 16+
 
WHAT IS IT?
Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle royale style videogame. This online multiplayer game uses a first-person shooter style, meaning the player experiences the game ‘through the eyes’ of their chosen character. Each game sees the player work alongside other players to take down opposing teams with weapons and unique character abilities.  

WHAT WE SAY? Treat with caution, especially for younger players.

🔞Exposure to Inappropriate Content
Since Apex Legends is an online multiplayer game, players may be exposed to offensive language, trash talk, or inappropriate behavior from others. 

💸 In-Game Purchases
Some skins or character designs may be revealing or suggestive, but they remain within the game's T-rated (Teen) or PEGI 16 rating standards. 

💬 Direct Messaging & Chat
Apex Legends has in-game chat and messaging features that can sometimes expose players to inappropriate content. Players can use voice chat to communicate with teammates. Since it's an open chat system, players may encounter inappropriate language, toxicity, or harassment. 

🧑‍💻 Online Predators & Grooming
While Apex Legends is less focused on social interaction, it still poses risks of online predators and grooming through its communication features. Predators may use private messaging, in-game chat, or fake profiles to build trust, often posing as peers or teammates.

🔓Scams & Account Theft
Apex Legends has had issues with scams, but they mostly happen outside the game through phishing attempts, fake giveaways, and account theft.

SAFETY TIPS TO CONSIDER:​

Pinging System (Safe Alternative) Instead of using voice or text chat, Apex Legends has a ping system that lets players communicate non-verbally.

Avoid fake log in pages
Always log in through the official EA website (https://www.ea.com/). Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for extra security.
Fake Giveaways & Free Apex Coins
Only trust official EA and Respawn giveaways. Never enter personal details on unofficial sites.

Encourage Reporting:
Familiarise your child with the in-game reporting system to flag inappropriate behaviour, harassment, or suspicious activity.

Limit Voice Chat:
Discourage the use of external voice chat platforms like Discord unless it's with trusted friends, and supervise interactions when possible.

Set Spending Limits:
To prevent unexpected purchases, disable or monitor in-game microtransactions and discuss responsible spending habits.

Communication:

Have open discussions with children and young people about the topics associated with online use - bullying, grooming, sexual and criminal exploitation, body image, as well as accessing support and how to report. 
FURTHER SUPPORT:
For parents/ carers If you're worried about your child or need support call NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. 

If you discover criminal content when online then report it directly to the police or the Internet Watch Foundation. 

If you're worried about online grooming or sexual behaviour online then report directly to the police or contact CEOP. 

For Children & young people 
if they're worried or want to talk, encourage them to contact Childline Online or call 0800 1111. 

Check out our 
Resource Centre for further information and useful online safety tips.
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