P2020 Pistol
The reliable, semi-automatic sidearm found in every corner of the arena.
The P2020 is a compact semi-automatic pistol that serves as the most ubiquitous sidearm across the Apex Games arena. Often found in common supply bins or dropped by defeated competitors, it acts as a reliable backup weapon for Legends who find themselves disarmed during high-stakes engagements. While it lacks the sustained damage output of assault rifles or SMGs, its low recoil and manageable fire rate make it an effective tool for finishing off weakened opponents at close to medium range.
- weapon_type
- Sidearm
- fire_mode
- Semi-Automatic
- magazine_capacity
- 16 rounds
- damage_per_shot
- 14
- headshot_multiplier
- 2.0x
- mobility_impact
- Low
Lore & Background
Despite its commonality, the pistol plays a crucial role in the psychology of the Games. Many veteran Legends keep one loaded as a last resort, knowing that a single well-placed headshot can turn the tide of a fight when ammo is exhausted. Its presence in nearly every loot bin reinforces the chaotic nature of the arena, where survival often depends on scavenging whatever is at hand rather than relying solely on high-tier gear.
In Their Own Story
The dust settled over the ruins of World's Edge as Bangalore checked her empty magazine for the third time. The team was split, and the enemy squad was closing in from the treeline. With no time to scavenge a better weapon, she reached into her hip pouch, pulling out the P2020 she had picked up minutes ago near a supply bin. It felt light, almost insignificant against the weight of the impending battle, but as the first enemy rounded the corner, she didn't hesitate. Two quick shots to the chest, one precise click to the helmet, and the threat was neutralized. In the Apex Games, sometimes the simplest tool is the only thing that keeps you alive.
Reader's Guide
The P2020 functions as a standard semi-automatic sidearm with a damage output of 14 per body shot and a magazine capacity of 16 rounds. It does not benefit from extended magazines or scopes in terms of fire rate, but it is compatible with all pistol sights to improve accuracy at range.
Optimal loadouts pair the P2020 as a secondary weapon alongside high-damage primary rifles like the R-301 or Hemlok Burst AR. Since its time-to-kill is relatively slow compared to SMGs, players should prioritize landing headshots to maximize efficiency and conserve ammo.
Special items like Jumpmaster kits do not directly affect pistol stats but allow teams to deploy with better gear, potentially rendering the P2020 unnecessary early game. Conversely, Care Packages often contain legendary weapons that make this sidearm obsolete, yet it remains a vital fallback when primary weapons are depleted or lost during rotation.
Did You Know?
- The P2020 is one of the few weapons in the game that cannot be upgraded with an extended magazine attachment.
- It has a consistent fire rate regardless of whether the player is moving, making it useful for strafing combat.
- Despite being a common weapon, its low recoil makes it easier to control than many high-tier assault rifles for new players.