Apex Legends Firing Range: Weapons, Targets, Tips
Verified November 7, 2026 · Status: live training mode
Apex Legends Firing Range is the training mode: unlimited resources, all weapons available, movable targets with different distances, damage counter, no match timer — ideal for aim practice, weapon calibration, learning a new legend’s abilities, and testing settings; accessed from the main menu → Play → Firing Range. Verified on 7 November 2026.
Source: Respawn / EA — Apex Legends.
Symptom → cause → first action
| Problem | Likely cause | First action |
|---|---|---|
| Can’t find Firing Range | Main menu → Play | Click Play → Firing Range option |
| Weapons missing | Not equipped at range spawn | Walk to the weapon racks |
| Targets moving too fast | Advanced mode enabled | Select target settings menu |
| Ability cooldown stuck | Legend mode not activated | Toggle Legend practice settings |
| Can’t see damage | Damage counter not enabled | Press Tab to toggle HUD |
| Match time running out | Not applicable — no match | Firing Range has no time limit |
Firing Range features
- All weapons: Every in-game weapon available on weapon racks.
- Unlimited ammo: Pick up a weapon and refill ammo instantly from a wall dispenser.
- Multiple target types: Static, moving, headshot-only, damage-measuring dummies.
- Damage meter: Track your damage per magazine, per shot, headshot percentage.
- Legend abilities: Use any Legend’s abilities with cooldowns adjustable.
- Finisher practice: Perform finishers on dummy opponents.
- Movement practice: Unlimited time to practice slide, climb, zipline, and jump mechanics.
How to access
- Main menu → Play.
- Scroll down past Battle Royale modes.
- Select “Firing Range” (or “Practice”).
- Pick a Legend (you can use any Legend regardless of ownership).
- Load into the range.
- Walk to any weapon rack, pick up a gun.
Weapon rack locations
| Area | Weapons |
|---|---|
| Main spawn | Primary rifles, SMGs |
| Long-range section | Snipers, Sentinel, Charge Rifle |
| Close-range section | Shotguns, Mozambique, Mastiff |
| Energy weapons | Devotion, Rampage, LMGs |
| Grenades / throwables | Specific grenade racks |
| Legend abilities | Walk anywhere to use your Legend’s kit |
Target types
- Standard dummies: Static targets, baseline damage measurement.
- Moving dummies: Target that moves left-right; great for tracking.
- Headshot dummies: Tiny heads; precision practice.
- Damage counter: Shows damage dealt per target.
- Distance markers: Visual markers at 10m, 20m, 50m, 100m for range calibration.
- Teleporters: Quick travel between target zones.
Daily training routine
- 10 min aim: Static targets, headshots. Focus crosshair on 20m target.
- 10 min tracking: Moving targets, follow through with scopes.
- 5 min recoil: Test weapon recoil patterns, practice compensation.
- 5 min movement: Slide, climb, zipline practice.
- 5 min abilities: Practice your Legend’s abilities.
- 5 min calibration: Compare sensitivity, DPI, FOV.
- Total: 40 min pre-match warmup.
Weapon recoil practice
- Fire a full magazine at 20m target.
- Pull mouse down gradually to compensate for vertical recoil.
- Different weapons have different horizontal spread.
- Learn each weapon’s pattern — R-301 is vertical, Flatline curves right.
- Scope choice affects recoil visualization.
Legend-specific practice
| Legend | What to practice |
|---|---|
| Pathfinder | Grapple hook aim, zip line placement |
| Wraith | Phase timing, portal placement |
| Horizon | Lift Q placement, Gravity Lift aim |
| Fuse | Grenade angles, Motherlode placement |
| Caustic | Trap coverage, Ultimate timing |
| Rampart | Wall placement, Minigun positioning |
If Firing Range isn’t working
- Can’t find it? → Main menu → Play → scroll to “Firing Range” or “Practice”.
- Weapon missing? → walk to weapon racks; pick up with F.
- Can’t test Legend? → return to main menu, pick different Legend for Firing Range.
- Damage counter not showing? → press Tab or check HUD settings.
- Range crashed? → return to main menu, retry.
- Related: Apex ranked, Battle Pass, error codes, Legends roles.
- Still stuck → EA support at help.ea.com.
FAQ
What is Apex Firing Range?
Training mode with unlimited ammo, all weapons available, multiple target types, and all Legends usable. No match timer. Ideal for aim practice, weapon testing, and Legend ability learning.
How do I access Firing Range?
Main menu → Play → Firing Range (or Practice). Pick any Legend; the range doesn’t require ownership. Load into the map.
Are all weapons available?
Yes. Every weapon in the current rotation is on weapon racks in the Firing Range. Walk up and pick up with F.
Can I test grenades?
Yes. Specific grenade racks have Frag, Arc Star, Thermite, and other throwables. Unlimited supply.
Do Legend abilities work in Firing Range?
Yes. You can use any Legend’s tactical, ultimate, and passive abilities. Cooldowns are default; you can wait them out or adjust settings.
Is Firing Range good for ranked prep?
Essential. Pros and ranked climbers typically spend 10-30 minutes in Firing Range before ranked sessions. Warm up aim, test weapon pick-ups, verify sensitivity.
Can I practice movement mechanics?
Yes — slide, zipline, grapple, super-glide, wall-jump, climb mechanics all work in Firing Range. Many pro players use it for movement tutorials.
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