Apex Legends Season 16: Revelry has introduced some major changes to the game, including a revamped legend class system, some serious nerfs and buffs, and new permanent game modes. But instead of a new legend debuting alongside Season 16, another new addition to Apex Legends is mixing up the meta this season: the Nemesis, an energy assault rifle that packs a serious punch.

Despite its ominous moniker, the Nemesis is only going to cause you trouble when you're standing in its line of fire. But once you really get to know Apex's newest gun, you'll soon find that Nemesis makes an excellent sidekick. Perfect for those desperate moments when your whole squad is knocked and you're facing two enemies alone, Nemesis' ability to deal devastating damage in a short amount of time makes it ideal for facing enemies when the odds are stacked against you. But a beast as powerful as Nemesis can only reach its full potential when tamed, and the weapon can initially be a bit hard to control. Keep reading for a full breakdown of Apex's newest weapon--including tips on how to tame this shield-shredding beast.

The Basics

• Name: Nemesis
• Debut: Season 16
• Type: assault rifle
• Ammo: energy
• Manufacturer: The Sisters/Ramya Parekh
• Attachments: Barrel Stabilizer, Standard Stock, Extended Energy Magazine
• Sights: 1x HCOG Classic, 1X Holo, 2X HCOG Bruiser, 1x-2x Variable Holo, 3x HCOG Ranger, 2x-4x Variable AOG

Evidently based on a design that was stolen from Rampart, the Nemesis has a unique burst-fire feature. Unlike the L-STAR, overheating Nemesis will actually improve the weapon's performance. The longer you fire the weapon, the more it warms up, firing more rapidly as it reaches its peak firing speed. Nemesis begins to cool down once your finger is off its trigger, but the cooldown isn't instant, so pulling the trigger regularly will ensure the weapon is at its peak rate of fire when in use.