Valkyrie’s Skyward Dive bug explained: How to avoid getting trapped underground in Apex Legends
The Skyward Dive Glitch Explained
A concerning technical issue has surfaced in Apex Legends Season 9, where Valkyrie’s Skyward Dive ultimate occasionally transports teammates beneath the map geometry instead of lifting them to safety.
While Valkyrie’s aerial mobility has revolutionized combat strategies, this unintended behavior creates frustrating scenarios where rescue attempts turn into death sentences.
The bug occurs during the initiation phase of Skyward Dive, when teammates latch onto Valkyrie for evacuation. Under specific terrain conditions, the game’s collision detection fails, causing one or both squad members to clip through solid surfaces.
Affected Characters and Scenarios
Data from player reports indicates Gibraltar suffers most frequently from this glitch, likely due to his larger character model. However, footage confirms identical issues with Bloodhound and other Legends.
The problem manifests most often when activating Skyward Dive near:
- Sloped terrain or uneven ground
- Map boundaries and environmental props
- Construction sites with multiple elevation levels
Reddit user Roku-_-‘s viral clip demonstrates how Gibraltar immediately plummets through the floor when attempting to use Valkyrie’s escape ability, highlighting the urgency of this issue.
Community Reactions and Workarounds
The Apex community has responded with both humor and practical advice:
“Gibby needs a diet” jokes aside, experienced players recommend:
- Always check terrain elevation before activating Skyward Dive
- Position teammates on flat surfaces before initiation
- Consider alternative escape routes when near map boundaries
- Communicate with squad about potential risks
Developer Response Expectations
Respawn Entertainment has not officially addressed this specific bug, but their track record suggests a fix will likely arrive in one of the upcoming Season 9 patches.
Until then, players should document and report occurrences through official channels to help developers replicate and resolve the issue faster.
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