Monster Energy is reuniting with EA and Respawn Entertainment to produce more limited-edition Apex Legends-themed cans. Octane, Pathfinder, and Lifeline, the heroes from Apex Legends, have been added to the new versions of ‘Monster Original Green,’ ‘Monster Lo-Carb,’ and ‘Monster Zero Ultra.’ There will be 16 and 24-oz. versions of the limited-edition Monster Energy Apex Legends cans available.
Customers who buy these limited-edition Apex Legends Monster cans can also access exclusive in-game features and other perks. These benefits include two ‘Tracker Sets,’ a number of Battle Pass levels, and a special rare skin for Pathfinder. The rarest item in the collaboration, a limited-release Pathfinder skin, is unlocked with the very first purchase of an Apex Legends Monster can.
Game-Themed Energy Drinks
Monster Energy Partners with Apex Legends for a New Can Series
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