Have you been playing Apex Legends for a while without getting an Heirloom? Don’t worry! After going through the article, you will learn how to get an Heirloom completely for free.
As Heirlooms have the lowest drop rate of any cosmetic item in Apex Legends, they are really sought after by the player base. Heirlooms are basically custom-made melee skins for each individual Legend in the game.
While Heirlooms were really ordinary when Respawn first introduced them back in 2019, the newer ones have seen a massive upgrade in terms of their looks, animations, sound effects, and other aspects. Suffice it to say that Respawn has definitely been upping their game with each new heirloom release in recent times.
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How to Get a Free Heirloom?
Before Season 14, getting a guaranteed Heirloom without spending money was almost impossible. However, starting in Season 14, Respawn increased the level cap to 2000. So, players can basically reach 500 levels 4 times now.
This means more Apex Packs for everyone! From levels 1–500, players could get exactly 199 Apex Packs. As a result, there was no way for players to get free Heirloom just by playing. However, because of the Level Cap increase, Respawn now rewards an additional 345 Apex Packs to everyone reaching the maximum level.
So, every Apex Legend player can get a free Heirloom by reaching 2000 levels and getting 544 free Apex Packs. However, reaching the maximum level will not be a piece of cake. Players need to grind, earn a lot of XP, and level up in order to get their favorite Heirlooms.
Battle Passes also provide you with extra Apex Legends Packs in every season. Every Battle Pass usually rewards you with 12–15 free Apex Packs. Don’t forget the Treasure Packs and Events Respawn releases in each season. Completing these event challenges will also give you free Apex Packs that will add up and take you one step closer to getting a free Heirloom.
How to Reach Level 2000
The initial 500 levels in Apex Legends are easy to get through, as they only need a limited amount of XP. It gradually becomes harder as you start to climb up the levels. After you reach level 58, you will have to gain a steady 18000 XP in each level to attain the 500 levels.
Here’s the detailed XP required to reach the first 500 levels:
| Level | XP to reach next level | Additional XP Required than Previous Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100 | N/A |
| 2 | 2650 | 2550 |
| 3 | 3900 | 1250 |
| 4 | 4750 | 850 |
| 5 | 5600 | 850 |
| 6 | 6350 | 750 |
| 7 | 7100 | 750 |
| 8 | 7850 | 750 |
| 9 | 8150 | 300 |
| 10 | 8600 | 450 |
| 11 | 9050 | 450 |
| 12 | 9500 | 450 |
| 13 | 9950 | 450 |
| 14 | 10400 | 450 |
| 15 | 10850 | 450 |
| 16 | 11300 | 450 |
| 17 | 11750 | 450 |
| 18 | 12200 | 450 |
| 19 | 12350 | 150 |
| 20 | 12500 | 150 |
| 21 | 12650 | 150 |
| 22 | 12800 | 150 |
| 23 | 12950 | 150 |
| 24 | 13100 | 150 |
| 25 | 13250 | 150 |
| 26 | 13400 | 150 |
| 27 | 13550 | 150 |
| 28 | 13700 | 150 |
| 29 | 13850 | 150 |
| 30 | 14000 | 150 |
| 31 | 14150 | 150 |
| 32 | 14300 | 150 |
| 33 | 14450 | 150 |
| 34 | 14600 | 150 |
| 35 | 14750 | 150 |
| 36 | 14900 | 150 |
| 37 | 15050 | 150 |
| 38 | 15200 | 150 |
| 39 | 15350 | 150 |
| 40 | 15500 | 150 |
| 41 | 15650 | 150 |
| 42 | 15800 | 150 |
| 43 | 15950 | 150 |
| 44 | 16100 | 150 |
| 45 | 16250 | 150 |
| 46 | 16400 | 150 |
| 47 | 16550 | 150 |
| 48 | 16700 | 150 |
| 49 | 16850 | 150 |
| 50 | 17000 | 150 |
| 51 | 17150 | 150 |
| 52 | 17300 | 150 |
| 53 | 17450 | 150 |
| 54 | 17600 | 150 |
| 55 | 17750 | 150 |
| 56 | 17900 | 150 |
| 57 | 18000 | 100 |
| 58-500 | 18000 | 0 |
As mentioned earlier, the above levels and XP progressions apply only to first the first 1-500 Levels. However, to reach 2000 levels or 2-4 tiers, the XP requirement to reach the next level works differently.
Here is a full list of XP required for leveling up in Apex Legends for tier 2-4 Prestiges:
| Level | XP to reach next level |
|---|---|
| 1-100 | 18,000 |
| 101-200 | 20,000 |
| 201-300 | 23,000 |
| 301-400 | 28,000 |
| 401-500 | 36,000 |
Best Way to Reach Level 2000 in Apex
You need to earn more XP to level up faster in Apex Legends. With 1500 additional levels being added to the game, it will take more than just playing and leveling up your account, especially if you want to earn your desired Heirloom.
There are multiple ways to gain XP in the game. However, some ways are more efficient to gain XP than others. Surviving longer in BR mode, winning matches, and getting top finishes can gain you a tremendous amount of XP.
Don’t forget to play with your friends, as it will add 5 to 10% XP and help you to survive longer and win more matches than usual. Here are every possible ways you can gain XP in Apex Legends with exact values.
| Factor | XP Earned |
|---|---|
| Won Match | 900 XP |
| Top 5 Finish | 300 XP |
| Time Survived | 3 XP per second survived |
| Kills | 50 XP per kill |
| Damage Done | 0.25 XP per 1 damage point |
| Revive Ally | 25 XP per revive |
| Respawn Ally | 200 XP per respawn |
| First Kill of the Day | 500 XP |
| Killed Champion | 500 XP per kill of the champion squad |
| Kill Leader | 50 XP if the player had been the kill leader in a match at any point |
| Champion Squad | 500 XP if the player was the champion squad going into a match |
| Playing with Friends | +5% XP bonus to Time Survived |
| Playing with Friends (x2) | +10% XP bonus to Time Survived |
Also, purchasing Premium Battle Pass is one of the easiest ways to level up your account as it offers XP boosts as rewards. These boosts add a 10% bonus for winning and getting to the top 5 positions in BR mode. They stack and apply to everyone in the player’s party (up to 300%) and reset every season.
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Final Verdict
So, there you go! Now you know everything about Heirlooms and how to get them for free. Use this information, hop into the Outlands, and keep grinding smartly until you get your desired Heirloom faster than anyone else.
