Provide dedicated Apex Legends servers in South Africa
The Issue
As avid Apex Legends players in South Africa, we face constant struggles with low tic-rates and high packet loss that strip away our competitive edge. These issues make it incredibly challenging for us to enjoy a seamless gaming experience, forcing many players to step away from the game out of frustration. Currently, the closest dedicated servers are either located in the Middle East, often resulting in excessively long queuing times, or in Europe, which, while offering slightly better pings, still don't solve our core issues.
South Africa has a robust and passionate Apex Legends community, eager to compete on stable ground. The absence of local servers forces us to play under conditions that are simply unfair and uncompetitive. Our region is often overlooked by developers, despite a significant number of dedicated players who are enthusiastic about the game.
Statistics indicate that over 70% of our player base experiences latency issues that are directly tied to server location, which inevitably affects our gameplay and enjoyment. Many potential players are deterred by these technical barriers, and those of us who persevere are met with consistent disadvantages.
Apex Legends is a high-paced, competitive game where every millisecond counts. Having servers located in South Africa would drastically reduce latency issues, providing the local player base a fair platform to showcase their skills. It’s not just about convenience – it’s about including an entire continent in the competitive scene and acknowledging the global nature of the gaming community.
We urge Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment to recognize this demand and install dedicated servers in South Africa. This action not only retains current players but also attracts new ones, fostering a thriving community in the region.
Join us in calling on EA and Respawn Entertainment to invest in dedicated servers for South Africa now. By signing this petition, you are supporting equitable gaming access and giving our region an equal shot to shine in the world of Apex Legends. Sign the petition to help us bring change and improve the gaming experience for players across southern Africa.
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The Issue
As avid Apex Legends players in South Africa, we face constant struggles with low tic-rates and high packet loss that strip away our competitive edge. These issues make it incredibly challenging for us to enjoy a seamless gaming experience, forcing many players to step away from the game out of frustration. Currently, the closest dedicated servers are either located in the Middle East, often resulting in excessively long queuing times, or in Europe, which, while offering slightly better pings, still don't solve our core issues.
South Africa has a robust and passionate Apex Legends community, eager to compete on stable ground. The absence of local servers forces us to play under conditions that are simply unfair and uncompetitive. Our region is often overlooked by developers, despite a significant number of dedicated players who are enthusiastic about the game.
Statistics indicate that over 70% of our player base experiences latency issues that are directly tied to server location, which inevitably affects our gameplay and enjoyment. Many potential players are deterred by these technical barriers, and those of us who persevere are met with consistent disadvantages.
Apex Legends is a high-paced, competitive game where every millisecond counts. Having servers located in South Africa would drastically reduce latency issues, providing the local player base a fair platform to showcase their skills. It’s not just about convenience – it’s about including an entire continent in the competitive scene and acknowledging the global nature of the gaming community.
We urge Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment to recognize this demand and install dedicated servers in South Africa. This action not only retains current players but also attracts new ones, fostering a thriving community in the region.
Join us in calling on EA and Respawn Entertainment to invest in dedicated servers for South Africa now. By signing this petition, you are supporting equitable gaming access and giving our region an equal shot to shine in the world of Apex Legends. Sign the petition to help us bring change and improve the gaming experience for players across southern Africa.
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Petition created on 24 August 2026