Bangalore has been a part of Apex Legends since its inception. She was always a mid-tier pick and was overlooked by many. Despite her mediocrity, Bangalore slowly became a meta-defining pick in Apex Legends. She has been a top pick among players since season 19. With receiving an heirloom recolor and a cool skin to go with it, Bangalore has never been more popular.
Bangalore did not receive any major changes over the years. Her kit has remained mostly the same since its launch. Players only realized how much of a sleeper pick she has been recently making her the third most-picked Legend in the game right now. She is also used widely in the Apex Legends Global Series.
She is also a great pick for the map rotation of season 22. The maps in play are E-District, Storm Point, and Broken Moon. All the maps have large open spaces to battle on. Bangalore’s smoke works as the perfect cover in large open battlefields. Her Ultimate is also extremely viable in the open air.
We will show you exactly how to use her kit and become a Professional Soldier like Bangalore.
Master Using the Smoke Launcher
Bangalore is known as the smoke machine of Apex Legends. Her smoke alone is what makes her one of the best Legends in the game. Her smoke is the only tactical ability in the game that allows players to break the line of sight. The only other ability that can do anything close is Catalyst’s Ultimate. Breaking the line of sight in any first-person shooter is extremely useful and it is more so in Apex. Since Apex has no flashbangs or smoke bombs, Bangalore’s kit becomes invaluable in a team setting.
Season 22 also introduced Battle Sense which shows your health bar when you are shot at. However, that is only visible as long as you are in cover. Bangalore’s smoke will get rid of the energy bar from your enemy’s view in no time.
Use Smoke for Cover and Distraction
The smoke is perfect for creating temporary cover when you need to heal, revive a teammate, or retreat from a dangerous situation. In large open spaces, fire the smoke between you and the enemy to block their line of sight and provide yourself with a safe escape route. You can also do this in a small area to jump between covers and get a better angle on your enemies.
You can also fire the smoke directly at enemies to obscure their vision. This can confuse them and give you or your team a chance to reposition or push in for the kill. This becomes particularly strong if you have a recon Legend on your team.
Avoid Smoking Your Location
Smoking in your immediate surroundings can be disorienting for you and your team. It’s better to use the smoke as a screen between you and the enemy, rather than enveloping yourself in it. Smoke yourself only when you have to get rid of the Battle Sense and immediately run the other way.
Beware of Zone Backlighting
When fighting near the edge of the ring, your silhouette can be visible through the smoke if the zone is behind you due to the glowing effect. Be mindful of this and avoid having the zone at your back when using smoke. You can use that to your advantage, however. If you smoke the enemies, they won’t be able to see you but you can see them. Without the digital threat optics, this becomes a pseudo-pointer for Bangalore.
Use Your Ultimate Tactically
Bangalore’s Ultimate can be used as a great utility tool on a battlefield. It allows quick repositioning and can completely block access for enemies in certain areas. Not only that but Rolling Thunder can also do an astronomical amount of damage on your enemies.
Zoning and Area Denial
Rolling Thunder is excellent for controlling large areas, forcing enemies out of cover, or denying them access to certain zones. Use it to clear high-ground positions or push enemies out from behind cover, making them vulnerable to follow-up attacks.
Timing and Positioning
Although Rolling Thunder won’t damage your teammates, it will slow them down. Make sure you coordinate with your team before using it in close proximity to avoid disrupting their movement
The flare you throw dictates the direction the missiles will fall. If you want to retreat while using Rolling Thunder, throw the flare in front of you and run in the opposite direction to avoid getting caught in the blast. You can also throw it in front of you and run straight through the missiles. The timer is made so that the rockets will explode as soon as you are in the clear. Any squad following you will not have the same luck.
Combining with Other Abilities
After deploying Rolling Thunder, consider using your Smoke Launcher to obscure the enemy’s vision further, making it harder for them to escape the incoming explosions. Plus, if the enemies were shooting at you, you’ll activate Bangalore’s Passive and run faster through the Rolling Thunder allowing you to look back and shoot any enemies who did not get shot.
The Right Upgrades to Use
Bangalore’s abilities are easy to choose from. For the first upgrade, use the Ultimate Artillery. As we have just discussed, Bangalore has a very strong Ultimate. The Ultimate’s only downside is how long it takes to charge. So any upgrade that allows her to reduce its cooldown is very good for her.
For the second upgrade, you have to choose the refuge ability. As discussed, Bangalore’s smoke is a great form of cover. If your cover heals you while you’re hiding from the enemy, it will always be beneficial to you. It’s like having Lifeline’s D.O.C. lite.
Use Abilities Frequently
Bangalore’s smoke is her ace in the hole. It is the main thing that caused people to pick her up over many great movement Legends. Using her smoke regularly is therefore a very important thing to do. Use it to assist your team whenever and wherever you can. Its low cooldown also allows you to use it very frequently and provide your team with constant cover.
You should also try using your ultimate in a battle if it is available. Despite having a long cooldown, its value in a fight is invaluable. So use it to scare off enemies and gain the upper hand.
Take Charge For Your Team
Bangalore is a soldier and she is best played as one. You should be the one calling the shots for your team. Use your smoke to distract an enemy team and get the drop on your enemies. If you have a Recon Legend on your team, the two of you can combine your abilities to gun down enemies in no time.
Effective Team Compositions
The perfect team to go with Bangalore will make your plays even better. Having the perfect team will allow you to be a strong force that other teams will have a difficult time taking out.
Bangalore, Bloodhound, and Lifeline
This classic composition combines Bangalore’s smoke with Bloodhound’s scanning abilities and Lifeline’s defensive prowess. Bloodhound can scan enemies through Bangalore’s smoke, making it easy for your team to capitalize on disoriented opponents. Lifeline can heal the team when they take on strong teams and with the aggressive nature of this team, heals will become extremely valuable. Plus, Bangalore’s smoke and Lifeline’s drone provide the ultimate cover for healing.
Bangalore, Seer, and Valkyrie
Seer’s heartbeat sensor and tactical ability can locate enemies hidden in Bangalore’s smoke, giving your team the upper hand. Valkyrie adds mobility to the team with her ultimate, allowing for quick rotations or escaping dangerous situations.
You can use Bangalore’s smoke to obscure enemy vision, while Seer’s abilities keep track of their movements. Valkyrie can help reposition the team after a Rolling Thunder or use her tactical to bombard enemies softened up by Bangalore’s ultimate
Bangalore, Caustic, and Horizon
This composition is all about area denial and controlling the battlefield. Bangalore’s smoke, combined with Caustic’s gas traps, creates a hazardous environment for enemies. Horizon’s gravity lift can give your team high ground or help escape dangerous situations.
Bangalore’s smoke can be used to lure enemies into areas where Caustic’s gas traps are set. Horizon’s gravity lift helps to move out of danger after deploying Rolling Thunder or to get a better vantage point.
In conclusion, mastering Bangalore in Apex Legends, especially in Season 22, requires a deep understanding of her tactical versatility and strategic potential. Her smoke launcher is a game-changing tool for breaking lines of sight, creating cover, and disorienting enemies, making it crucial to use it wisely in both offensive and defensive scenarios. Pairing her abilities with the right team compositions, like combining her smoke with Bloodhound’s scans or Caustic’s traps, can turn the tide of battles, particularly on open maps. By effectively utilizing her kit and making smart decisions on the battlefield, you can transform Bangalore into a powerful asset for your team, dominating the competition in the Apex Games.
