Solved
Private matches has a 30 player requirement
Edit/Update: Private matches confirmed with a minimum requirement of 30 players plus no LTMs meaning control, gun run or the other modes. Arenas is available though which is good. Check the next post...
Private matches confirmed with a minimum requirement of 30 players plus no LTMs meaning control, gun run or the other modes. Arenas is available which is good. More info here (will edit this post with the complete info).
https://www.ea.com/games/apex-legends/about/frequently-asked-questions#q9
