What changed in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS in 2017
782 updates · 75 main milestones · Feb 27, 2017 to Dec 28, 2017
- 18 eventsReplay System Adjustmentgameplay
Adjusted replay system so that players can only view game replays from 3 minutes after death to prevent sharing opponent’s positions.
SteamEqual Map Selection Ratio for Erangel and MiramargameplayChanged the map selection ratio to be equal for Erangel and Miramar.
SteamFall Damage Issue Fixbug fixFixed the issue where players could die unexpectedly from fall damage.
SteamReplay Crash Reductionbug fixReduced occurrences of the issue where replays occasionally crashed back to the lobby screen.
SteamBP Earning Issue Fixbug fixFixed the issue where players couldn’t earn BP. Compensation plan to be updated soon.
SteamFixed Bullet Penetration Issuesbug fixFixed the issue where bullets couldn’t penetrate particular fences from both sides.
SteamEqual Map Selection Ratio for Erangel and MiramargameplayChanged the map selection ratio to be equal for Erangel and Miramar.
SteamFixed Missing Death Cam and Replay Startbug fixFixed the issue where the beginning of the Death Cam and replay was missing.
SteamReduced Replay Crashesbug fixReduced occurrences of the issue where replays occasionally crashed back to the lobby screen.
SteamDeath Cam and Replay Start Fixbug fixFixed the issue where the beginning of the Death Cam and replay was missing.
SteamFixed Unexpected Fall Damagebug fixFixed the issue where players could die unexpectedly from fall damage.
SteamMiramar Map Object Marking Fixbug fixFixed the issue where some buildings and objects were not marked on the Miramar world map.
SteamFixed Map Marking Issues on Miramarbug fixFixed the issue where some buildings and objects were not marked on the Miramar world map.
SteamBullet Penetration Issue Fixbug fixFixed the issue where bullets couldn’t penetrate particular fences from both sides.
SteamAdjusted Replay System TiminggameplayPlayers can only view game replays from 3 minutes after death to prevent sharing opponent’s positions.
Steam - 36 eventsPing Limitation Testingnetwork
Considering limiting maximum ping for players to enhance server stability, with a limited test planned.
SteamClient OptimizationperformanceOptimized terrain data, textures, sea wave effects, character animations, and various UI elements to reduce memory usage and lag.
SteamNew Languages Addednew contentAdded four new languages: Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Mexico), and Chinese (Traditional).
SteamBallistics OverhaulgameplayMilestoneProjectiles now affected by air drag, modifying hit areas and damage calculations.
SteamNew Map: Miramarnew contentMilestoneAdded a new map, Miramar, with unique gameplay features and weather types.
SteamLobby Redesignui uxRedesigned the lobby background and UI, added Replays menu and replay function.
SteamBallistics OverhaulgameplayMilestoneProjectiles now affected by air drag, with modified hit areas and damage calculations.
SteamNew Weapons Addednew contentMilestoneIntroduced 5 new weapons including DP-28, AUG A3, R45, Win94, and Sawed-Off.
SteamIntroduction of New Crate for Gamescom Invitational Keynew contentA new crate will be introduced that accepts the Gamescom Invitational Key.
SteamFree Winner Winner Chicken Dinner T-shirtnew contentPlayers who log in will receive a limited edition in-game T-shirt to celebrate the PC 1.0 launch.
SteamWeapon Balance Adjustmentsbalance changeAdjusted firing rates and damage for various weapons including SKS, Mini-14, Kar98k, and M24.
SteamServer Stability ImprovementsperformanceMilestoneImplemented two waves of adjustments leading to an estimated 50% decrease in stability issues.
SteamClient Optimization for Memory UsageperformanceOptimized terrain data, textures, sea wave effects, character animations, and various world effects to reduce memory usage.
SteamImproved Sound EffectsaudioEnhanced vehicle engine sounds, added new sounds for red zone and character interactions.
SteamGamescom Invitational Key Name ChangestoreThe Gamescom Invitational Key has changed its name to accommodate a new crate that will accept the same key.
SteamTemporary Suspension of Key PurchasesstorePurchasing of the Gamescom Invitational Keys has been suspended temporarily to implement required changes.
SteamAdded Four New Languagesnew contentItalian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Mexico), and Chinese (Traditional) added.
SteamTesting Maximum Ping LimitnetworkConsidering limiting maximum ping for players to enhance server stability, with a limited test planned.
SteamSound ImprovementsaudioChanged lobby music, improved vehicle engine sounds, and added various new sound effects.
SteamNew Map: Miramarnew contentMilestoneAdded a new map - Miramar, with higher selection chance and two weather types.
SteamIntroduction of New Cratenew contentA new crate will be introduced that will accept the Gamescom Invitational Key.
SteamUI Improvementsui uxImproved backpack capacity UI, redesigned HUD, and added indicators for team member statuses.
SteamServer Stability ImprovementsperformanceMilestoneImplemented two waves of adjustments resulting in an estimated 50% decrease in server stability issues.
SteamNew Vehicles Addednew contentMilestoneAdded three new vehicles: Van, Pickup, and Aquarail, exclusive to Miramar.
SteamEnhanced Cheat Prevention MeasuresaiMilestoneStrengthened anti-cheat measures leading to an estimated 65.7% reduction in cheating attempts.
SteamTemporary Suspension of Gamescom Invitational Key SalesshopPurchasing of the Gamescom Invitational Key has been suspended temporarily to implement changes.
SteamFree Winner Winner Chicken Dinner T-shirtnew contentPlayers who log in will receive a limited edition in-game T-shirt to celebrate the PC 1.0 launch.
SteamNew Vehicles Addednew contentMilestoneAdded 3 new vehicles: Van, Pickup, and Aquarail, exclusive to Miramar.
SteamWeapon Balance Changesbalance changeAdjusted firing rates and damage for various weapons including SKS, Mini-14, Kar98k, and M24.
SteamNew Weapons Addednew contentMilestoneIntroduced five new weapons including DP-28, AUG A3, R45, Win94, and Sawed-Off.
SteamStrengthened Cheat Prevention MeasuresaiMilestoneImplemented automatic and manual anti-cheat measures resulting in a 65.7% reduction in cheating attempts.
Steam - 5 eventsNew Rank Display Methodgameplay
Ranks 1 to 1000 will remain number based, while ranks below 1001 will be percentage based.
SteamImproved Leaderboard Stabilityquality of lifeChanges made to alleviate leaderboard instability and rank update delays.
SteamLeaderboard Rank Display Changesui uxChanged rank display for leaderboard: 1-1000 remains number based, below 1001 is percentage based. Insufficient matches/score will hide rank.
SteamLeaderboard System Overhaului uxChanged the leaderboard display method to improve stability and readability.
SteamRank Visibility ChangesgameplayPlayers who have not played enough matches or lack sufficient score will not have their rank displayed.
Steam - 31 eventsAdded character control function in replaysgameplay
Now you can allocate a number to a currently observed character with Ctrl+0~9
SteamFixed crashes related to inventory and aimingbug fixResolved crashes that occurred when players opened the inventory screen, aimed at observed players, or swapped throwables.
SteamImproved server stability with ping lockperformanceMilestoneImplemented ping lock to help with server lag and stability issues.
SteamFixed missing stairs in buildingsbug fixFixed the issue where there were stairs missing in some buildings
SteamReverted blood particle effects changesvisualsReverted changes made to the size and color of blood particle effects over long range.
SteamFixed issues with healing and revivingbug fixResolved problems where using bandages or reviving teammates would be canceled unexpectedly.
SteamAdded position control function in replaysgameplayNow you can allocate a number to an area of the map at current position with Ctrl+0~9
SteamImproved Japanese fontvisualsSteamFixed teammate revive cancellationbug fixFixed the issue where reviving a teammate was canceled intermittently
SteamAdded position control function in replaysui uxPlayers can allocate numbers to areas of the map and move to them using Ctrl+0~9 (Numpad).
SteamFixed FPP falling speedbug fixFixed the issue where the maximum falling speed in FPP was slower than TPP
SteamFixed character model rotation in inventorybug fixFixed the issue where character model in the inventory didn’t rotate with RMB drag
SteamFixed throwable swap crashbug fixFixed a crash that occurred on player swapping a throwable for another weapon type
SteamFixed character stuck in terrainbug fixFixed the issue where character would get stuck in certain terrain features
SteamFixed invisible teammate characterbug fixFixed the issue where the teammate’s character was invisible when invited to the team
SteamFixed replay timeline control issuebug fixFixed the issue where when the timeline moved while the map was opened, map control was impossible
SteamReverted blood particle effect changesotherReverted the changes made to the size and color of blood particle effects over long range
SteamAdded remap option for replay function keysquality of lifePlayers can now remap keys for replay functions such as play/pause and speed control.
SteamFixed Kar98k reloading animationbug fixCorrected unnatural hand positioning during the reloading animation in prone stance.
SteamAdjusted bullet drag and recoil for weaponsbalance changeIncreased drag effect on Kar98k and reduced base damage of M24 by about 2%.
SteamFixed vehicle information display issuebug fixFixed the issue where players in a vehicle had their information displayed incorrectly
SteamFixed bandage use cancellationbug fixFixed the issue where using bandages or boost item was canceled even when driving on flat surface
SteamFixed various gameplay issuesbug fixResolved issues with missing stairs, floating objects, character stuck in terrain, and teammate invisibility.
SteamFixed unnatural reload animation for Kar98kbug fixFixed the issue where when shooting with Kar98k in prone stance, the position of fingers and hand was unnatural for a reloading animation
SteamRemap replay function keysui uxAdded an option to remap the replay function keys (Timeline on/off, Play/Pause, Play Speed)
SteamFixed inventory screen crashbug fixFixed a crash that occurred on player opening the inventory screen
SteamFixed invisible vehicle passenger in kill eventbug fixFixed the issue where when the timeline moved to the kill event, the vehicle passenger was invisible
SteamAdded character control function in replaysui uxPlayers can now allocate numbers to observed characters and move to them using Ctrl+0~9.
SteamFixed character underground issuebug fixFixed the issue where character was underground, stuck in an object, or floating in the air
Steam - 9 eventsFixed abnormal player shadow in FPPbug fixSteamAdded Aquarail on Erangelnew contentSteamDeleted M16A4 from the tool tip of 8x and 15x scopesbug fixSteamAdded Miramar's new Ghillie suit to the care package on Erangelnew contentSteamFixed issue of two instances of player characters after reconnectingbug fixSteamHelmet, vest, bag HUD UI elements now on by defaultui ux
Added a transparent background box behind HUD UI for clear visibility
SteamFixed silenced footstep sound when moving diagonally or wearing specific shoesbug fixSteamFixed dark interiors of Erangel buildingsbug fixSteam - 18 eventsChumacera - Abandoned textile industrynew contentMilestone
Offers verticality in buildings and terrain for high-risk looting opportunities.
SteamEl Pozo - City with industrial and entertainment districtsnew contentMilestoneKnown for the Luchador Arena and motorcycle skills testing in the death bowl.
SteamMonte Nuevo - A besieged townnew contentFeatures ramshackle walls and a well-stocked compound for players to explore.
SteamPecado - Former tourist destinationnew contentMilestoneFeatures high-value loot and dangerous sightlines, with a large casino.
SteamSan Martin - A war zone townnew contentMilestoneTransformed by checkpoints and barriers, with overlooks for scouting.
SteamValle del Mar - Colorful oceanside townnew contentMilestoneBisected by the De Toro bridge, key to holding this town is bridge control.
SteamMonte Nuevo - A besieged townnew contentMilestoneFeatures ramshackle walls for cover and a well-stocked compound.
SteamEl Pozo - City with industrial and entertainment districtsnew contentMilestonePlayers can test themselves in the Luchador Arena and hunt in the ruins of textile factories.
SteamLa Cobreria - Shipping and transport capitalnew contentMilestoneFeatures an enormous Rail Yard and half-buried cargo for players to loot.
SteamLos Leones - The largest city in Miramarnew contentMilestoneFeatures ample shopping, a skyline filled with new construction, and a golden-hued City Center.
SteamSan Martin - War zone small townnew contentTransformed by checkpoints and barriers, offers overlooks for careful players.
SteamLa Cobreria - Shipping and transport capitalnew contentFeatures an enormous Rail Yard and schools for players to loot.
SteamChumacera - Abandoned textile industrynew contentOffers verticality in buildings and terrain for high-risk, high-opportunity looting.
SteamValle del Mar - Colorful oceanside townnew contentKey to holding this town is bridge control, with a school and a church on either side.
SteamPecado - Former tourist destinationnew contentMilestoneFeatures high-value loot and dangerous sightlines, including the largest casino.
SteamLos Leones - Largest city in Miramarnew contentMilestoneFeatures ample shopping, a skyline filled with new construction, and high vantage points.
SteamIntroduction of Miramar, the new desert mapnew contentMilestoneMiramar features unique terrain and dense urban areas, offering a new Battle Royale experience.
SteamIntroduction of Miramar, the new desert mapnew contentMilestoneMiramar features unique terrain and dense urban areas, offering a new Battle Royale experience.
Steam - 9 eventsFuture Improvements Planned for Vehicle Soundsaudio
Plans to enhance vehicle sounds on different surfaces and improve sound transitions between FPP and TPP.
SteamRealistic Vehicle Behavior ModelingaudioVehicles now model acceleration and gearbox ratios similar to real-world vehicles.
SteamImproved Vehicle SoundsaudioEnhanced quality and optimization of vehicle sound effects and samples.
SteamRealistic Vehicle Behavior ModelingaudioVehicles now model acceleration and gearbox ratios similar to real-world vehicles.
SteamImproved Vehicle SoundsaudioEnhanced quality of vehicle sound effects and optimized audio for a more realistic experience.
SteamExpanded Sound Effect RangeaudioExtended range of vehicle sound effects to improve realism during gameplay.
SteamFuture Improvements Planned for Vehicle SoundsaudioPlans to enhance vehicle sounds on different surfaces and improve sound transition between FPP and TPP.
SteamRecording of Real Vehicle SoundsaudioCollaboration with recording companies to capture authentic engine and driving sounds.
SteamExpanded Sound Effect RangeaudioExtended range of vehicle audio effects for more realistic acceleration sounds.
Steam - 49 eventsFixed crashes related to kill cam functionbug fixSteamFixed delay on weapon swapping animation in kill cambug fixSteamRemoved pink circle on buildings when parachutingbug fixSteamMoved kill log to top right cornerui uxSteamImproved designs for in-game HUD and menusui uxSteamApplied blur effect to game result screen backgroundui uxSteamImproved Back Panel Colors and Transparencyui ux
Improved the back panel colors and transparency for all game HUD elements.
SteamChanged lobby musicaudioSteamIncreased Sprinting Speed with DMRbalance changeSprinting speed while holding DMR is now as fast as assault rifles.
SteamDecreased Firing Rate of SKS and Mini-14balance changeSteamImproved vehicle engine soundsaudioSteamFixed boost icon not showing on health barbug fixSteamAdded DP-28 and AUG A3 Weaponsnew contentDP-28 is a world spawn weapon with a 47-round magazine. AUG A3 is a care package weapon with high muzzle velocity.
SteamImproved Red Zone Bomb Sound EffectsaudioModified the volume of the explosions and improved sound effects.
SteamFixed Delay on Weapon Swapping Animationbug fixFixed the delay on weapon swapping animation when watching a kill cam.
SteamChanged font for game HUD and inventory item namesui uxSteamAdded markings for zeroing distances on 15x scopegameplaySteamFixed bandage animation issuebug fixSteamFixed shooting issue when vaultingbug fixSteamImproved design of the compassui uxSteamApplied Blur Effect to Game Result Screenui uxSteamDecreased Recoil for Mk14balance changeSteamFixed Client Freezing After Kill Cambug fixFixed the client freezing issue right after recording the kill cam.
SteamChanged death icon in kill log to skull shapeui uxSteamImproved mini map and world map visibilityui uxSteamAdded new weapons: DP-28 and AUG A3new contentMilestoneDP-28 spawns in world; AUG A3 from care packages
SteamFixed client freezing after recording kill cambug fixSteamFixed overlapping weapon images in inventorybug fixSteamHealing Period for Bandages Reducedbalance changeHealing period for bandages reduced to 4.5 seconds from 8.5 seconds.
SteamImproved back panel colors and transparency for HUD elementsui uxSteamReduced Hit Damage for Hands and Feetbalance changeHit damage for hands and feet reduced; increased hit damage on thighs and arms.
SteamFixed camera jittering for motorcycle passengersbug fixSteamFixed Boost Icon Not Showingbug fixFixed the issue of the boost icon not showing up on the health bar when a player uses a boost item.
SteamFixed Weapon Images Overlappingbug fixFixed the issue of weapon images overlapping in the inventory slot.
SteamReduced blurriness of reticle in ADS modebug fixSteamImproved Compass Designui uxSteam - 27 eventsImproved vehicle and passenger animationsgameplaySteamBallistics overhaul with bullet drag effectbalance changeMilestone
Projectiles now lose velocity over time, affecting trajectory and bullet drop.
SteamFixed excessive aim-punch while leaning in ADS modebug fixSteamRemoved blurring effect in non-ADS modebug fixFixed blurring effect of weapon and objects close to camera.
SteamUnified UAZ model sizes and reduced seatinggameplayAll UAZ models now have the same size with seating decreased to 4.
SteamAdded vaulting & climbing actionnew contentSteamBase damage modified by weapon classbalance changeMilestoneDamage now takes into account distance traveled and hit area multipliers.
SteamReduced lag when multiple players are in sightperformanceSteamBallistics overhaul with bullet drag effectbalance changeMilestoneProjectiles now lose velocity over time, affecting trajectory and increasing bullet drop.
SteamRemoved blurring effect in non-ADS modebug fixFixed blurring effect of weapon and objects close to camera.
SteamModified hit areas for charactersbalance changeNeck is now protected by the helmet; damage to the chest area is increased.
SteamOptimized terrain data to reduce memory usageperformanceSteamOptimized server performance by adjusting network throughputnetworkSteamAdjusted weapon accuracy based on real-life counterpartsbalance changeSome weapons may experience slight accuracy nerf, while others become more accurate.
SteamImproved backpack capacity UIui uxEnhancements made to the inventory screen for better usability.
SteamReduced lag issues when terrain is loadingperformanceSteamImproved backpack capacity UI in inventory screenui uxSteamOptimized terrain data to reduce memory usageperformanceSteamVehicle driving balance adjustmentsbalance changeDriving sounds and mechanics adjusted for realism.
SteamReduced lag when terrain is loadingperformanceSteamReduced lag issues with multiple players in sightperformanceSteamModified hit areas for charactersbalance changeNeck is protected by helmets; damage to chest increased; shooting hands and feet is less effective.
SteamFixed excessive aim-punch while leaning in ADS modebug fixSteamAdjusted weapon accuracy based on real-life counterpartsbalance changeSome weapons may experience slight nerfs while others become more accurate.
SteamAdded vaulting & climbing actionnew contentSteam - 7 eventsCommitment to Combat CheatingnetworkMilestone
Continued efforts to permanently ban users employing cheats and to improve the anti-cheat system.
SteamCommitment to Combat CheatersnetworkMilestoneContinued efforts to permanently ban users employing cheats and to foster a fair in-game environment.
SteamNew Anti-Cheat Measures ImplementationnetworkMilestoneRolling out additional measures to detect and verify users with unusual gameplay patterns.
SteamNew Anti-Cheat Measures ImplementationnetworkMilestoneRolling out additional measures to detect and verify users with unusual gameplay patterns.
SteamTemporary Suspension for Unusual Gameplay PatternsnetworkAccounts with detected unusual gameplay patterns will be temporarily suspended and investigated.
SteamFuture Patch for Cheat DetectionnetworkAnnouncement of another patch related to cheat detection to be deployed next week.
SteamTemporary Suspension for Unusual Gameplay PatternsnetworkAccounts with detected unusual gameplay patterns will be temporarily suspended and investigated.
Steam - 10 eventsAdded vaulting & climbing mechanicsnew contentMilestone
Players can now scale obstacles up to 2.3 meters high, enhancing tactical options.
SteamBallistics overhaulbalance changeMilestoneChanges made to ballistics for more realistic gameplay.
SteamEnhanced cheat detection measuresnetworkMilestoneNew systems implemented to identify and ban cheaters more effectively.
SteamClient and server optimizationperformanceSteamBallistics overhaulbalance changeMilestoneMechanics have been modified for more realism and balance.
SteamChanges in vehicle drivinggameplaySteamClient and server optimizationperformanceSteamEnhanced cheat detection measuresnetworkMilestoneNew systems implemented to identify and ban cheaters more effectively.
SteamChanges in vehicle drivinggameplaySteamAdded vaulting & climbing mechanicsnew contentMilestonePlayers can now scale obstacles up to 2.3 meters high, enhancing tactical options.
Steam - 4 eventsFixed Bullet Armor Interaction Bugbug fix
Resolved a bug where bullets would sometimes ignore armor.
SteamFixed Bullet Armor Interaction Bugbug fixResolved a bug where bullets would sometimes ignore armor.
SteamIncreased Blue Zone Damage Over DistancegameplayBlue zone DOT increases when characters are farther away from the play zone, except for the first blue zone.
SteamIncreased Blue Zone Damage Over DistancegameplayBlue zone DOT increases when characters are farther away from the play zone, excluding the first blue zone.
Steam - 15 eventsEliminated Fire Animation in Starting Airplanebug fix
Removed the fire animation and effect that occurred when a player was on fire from a molotov cocktail.
SteamUpcoming Vaulting & Climbing Featurenew contentMilestonePlayers will be able to try out vaulting and climbing in late October or early November.
SteamFixed flickering weapon UI icons in spectator modebug fixFixed a spectator mode bug of flickering weapon UI icons.
SteamDecreased Starting Island item spawn levelsbalance changeAdjusted the item balance on the Northeast side of Erangel.
SteamFixed weapon and frying pan simultaneous hold bugbug fixFixed a bug that enabled a character to hold a main weapon and frying pan simultaneously.
SteamFixed Weapon and Frying Pan Simultaneous Hold Bugbug fixResolved a bug that allowed a character to hold a main weapon and frying pan at the same time.
SteamDecreased Starting Island Item Spawn Levelsbalance changeAdjusted the item balance on the Northeast side of Erangel.
SteamNew First-Person Squad modes addednew contentFPP Squad mode will be added to SA, SEA, and OCE servers after leaderboard updates.
SteamFirst-Person Squad Mode Additionnew contentFPP Squad mode will be added to SA, SEA, and OCE servers later this week.
SteamUpcoming vaulting and climbing featurenew contentMilestonePlayers will be able to try out vaulting & climbing first in late October or early November.
SteamNew Desert Map Testingnew contentMilestoneThe desert map will be included in the test servers for all new content and features.
SteamRemoved fire animation on Starting Airplanebug fixEliminated the fire animation and effect that occurred when a player was on fire from a molotov cocktail.
SteamLeaderboard update delayed to October 20thotherThe start of the new season has been delayed due to leaderboard optimization work.
SteamLeaderboard Optimization DelaysystemThe start of the new season has been delayed to October 20th due to leaderboard optimization work.
SteamFixed Spectator Mode Flickering Weapon UI Iconsbug fixCorrected a bug causing flickering weapon UI icons in spectator mode.
Steam - 14 eventsNew zoom-in and zoom-out speed adjustment for World Mapui uxSteamFixed disappearing shadows mid-gamebug fixSteamImproved synchronization between player aim and spectator aimbug fixSteamFixed disappearing shadows mid-gamebug fixSteamFixed teammate marker direction display in Free Look modebug fixSteamFixed graphic bug with players leaving the airplanebug fixSteamEnhanced breathing animation in Spectator modeui uxSteamImproved synchronization between player aim and spectator aimbug fixSteamFixed teammate marker direction display in Free Look modebug fixSteamNew zoom-in and zoom-out speed adjustment for World Mapui uxSteamFixed graphic bug with players leaving the airplanebug fixSteamEnhanced breathing animation in Spectator modeui uxSteamFixed teammate alias visibility issuebug fixSteamFixed teammate alias visibility issuebug fixSteam
- 16 eventsAdded Map Help Feature for Current Positionui ux
Marking your character's current position on the World Map (Default key set to Insert)
SteamFixed Reload Cancellation Bug When Knocked Outbug fixFixed a bug that did not cancel a player's reload if the character was knocked out during the reload
SteamFixed Animation Bug with Healing Items in Driver's Seatbug fixFixed an animation bug that appeared when a character used healing or boosting items in the driver's seat
SteamFixed Angled Foregrip Attachment Bugbug fixFixed a bug that enabled angled foregrip to attach to Tommy Gun
SteamFixed Grenade Explosion Bug When Knocked Outbug fixFixed a bug where an uncooked grenade could explode if a character was knocked out while holding it
SteamAdded Map Help Feature for Current Positionui uxMarking your character's current position on the World Map (Default key set to Insert)
SteamRestriction on Modifying INI Files for Key BindsotherYou may no longer modify ini files to set a key bind for multiple actions on the same key
SteamFixed Reload Cancellation Bug When Knocked Outbug fixFixed a bug that did not cancel a player's reload if the character was knocked out during the reload
SteamFixed Black Box Texture Bug with Anti-Aliasingbug fixFixed a graphic bug that would cause a black box texture to appear while scoped when Anti-Aliasing was set to Low or Very Low
SteamFixed Graphic Bug for Building Locationsbug fixFixed a graphic bug regarding building locations
SteamFixed Black Box Texture Bug with Anti-Aliasingbug fixFixed a graphic bug that would cause a black box texture to appear while scoped when Anti-Aliasing was set to Low or Very Low in the Settings
SteamRestriction on Modifying INI Files for Key BindsotherYou may no longer modify ini files to set a key bind for multiple actions on the same key
SteamFixed Uncooked Grenade Explosion Bugbug fixFixed a bug where an uncooked grenade could explode if a character was knocked out while holding it
SteamFixed Graphic Bug Regarding Building Locationsbug fixFixed a graphic bug regarding building locations
SteamFixed Animation Bug with Healing Items in Driver's Seatbug fixFixed an animation bug that appeared when a character used healing or boosting items in the driver's seat
SteamFixed Angled Foregrip Attachment Bugbug fixFixed a bug that enabled angled foregrip to attach to Tommy Gun
Steam - 37 eventsNVIDIA ShadowPlay Highlights™ supportperformance
NVIDIA ShadowPlay Highlights™ now works on Windows 7 and 8, with some limitations.
SteamFixed key bind feature conflictbug fixYou may no longer set different features on a single key bind in the Options.
SteamFixed FOV slider bug in vehiclesbug fixFixed a bug where FOV slider value would be improperly set inside of vehicles in FPP mode.
SteamImproved visual effect for free lookui uxNew option to enhance the visual effect when returning from free look to character's line of sight.
SteamSynchronized shadow rendering distancegameplayShadows are now rendered at the same distance across all graphics settings.
SteamOptimized shadows and building performanceperformanceImproved performance on low-end PCs by optimizing buildings and client/server performance with multiple vehicles nearby.
SteamConsistent firing mode after dropping weaponsgameplayThe firing mode of weapons will remain consistent after dropping and picking them back up.
SteamHolster grenades when switching weaponsgameplayPlayers can now holster grenades by switching to another weapon or unarmed state unless grenades are cooked.
SteamFixed client freeze on control changebug fixFixed a bug resulting in clients freezing when changing controls in the options.
SteamRevised BP methodologyquality of lifeRevised the BP methodology to prevent BP farming and idle users from gaining BP.
SteamNew map position marking key bindui uxAdded key bind to mark current position on the map (Default key set to Insert).
SteamNew sound for vehicle collisionsaudioAdded a new sound for collisions between vehicles and characters.
SteamAdjusted motorcycle collision damagegameplaySteamNew town added east of Stalbernew contentSteamDouble Tap feature for leaningui uxNew control option for leaning with default keys set to Q and E.
SteamFixed character reset under the mapbug fixCharacters that fall or glitch underneath the map will now be reset to the ground automatically.
SteamReloading cancellation bug fixedbug fixReloading will now cancel if a character loots an item with Right Click during reload.
SteamAdjusted weapon balancebalance changeIncreased Crossbow reload speed by 35% and removed Tommy gun from Care Packages.
SteamFixed animation bugs after reconnectingbug fixFixed animation bugs of other characters after reconnecting to a game.
SteamFixed graphic bug in Inventory screenbug fixFixed a graphic bug of the Magazine position on the weapon in the Inventory screen when switching to a different weapon.
SteamBreath gauge for underwater charactersgameplayCharacters knocked out underwater will now have a breath gauge and take additional damage over time.
SteamAdded Foggy weather effectnew contentFoggy weather will hinder player sight and has a low probability to occur, with increased chances on test servers.
SteamTeammate posture representationui uxTeammates' names now reflect their current postures (Standing, Crouching, Prone, etc.).
SteamFixed persistent honking soundbug fixFixed a bug with the honking sound remaining persistent when opening the map or performing other actions.
SteamNew sound for grenade safety pin removalaudioAdded new sound for the animation of removing the grenade safety pin.
SteamAdded Mini-14 weaponnew contentA lightweight 5.56 semi-automatic marksman rifle with high muzzle velocity and low bullet drop.
SteamCenter map around character key bindui uxNew key bind to center the map around the character's current position (Default key set to Space).
SteamInventory screen character render optionui uxNew setting to turn off character rendering in the Inventory screen to improve performance.
SteamCorrected weapon attachment descriptionsbug fixSteamReset zeroing distance featureui uxNew feature to reset the zeroing distance using Mouse wheel click.
SteamFixed breath gauge bug at game startbug fixFixed a bug of the breath gauge appearing at zero at the start of the game.
Steam - 8 eventsFixed bug causing player to exit vehicle when using energy drinkbug fixSteamPartially fixed client crashbug fixSteamFixed miscellaneous bugs with team game reconnect featurebug fixSteamFixed marker graphics bug on the World mapbug fixSteamFixed marker graphics bug on the World mapbug fixSteamFixed miscellaneous bugs with team game reconnect featurebug fixSteamPartially fixed client crashbug fixSteamFixed bug causing player to exit vehicle when using energy drinkbug fixSteam
- 22 eventsFixed a visual bug with the scope while a character you are spectating is prone on a hillbug fixSteamDecreased motorbike engine and vehicle skid sound volumesaudioSteamFixed a bug that prevented players from rebinding Unarm to an alternate keybug fixSteamOptimized UIui uxSteamFixed a bug that prevented players from rebinding Unarm to an alternate keybug fixSteamOptimized UIui uxSteamImproved character animation when using throwables while pronebug fixSteamFixed a bug that caused your character to stand before crouching when revivedbug fixSteamYou can now see the mark from the character you are spectating on both the Mini Map and World Mapbug fixSteamImproved the wrist positions on the steering wheelbug fixSteamDecreased motorbike engine and vehicle skid sound volumesaudioSteamOptimized game performance for 6-core or higher CPUperformanceSteamFixed a bug caused by changing 'Graphics' - 'Quality' - 'Effects' from Settingsbug fixSteamFixed a bug that occasionally disabled voice chat on the Starting Islandbug fixSteamFixed a visual bug with the scope while a character you are spectating is prone on a hillbug fixSteamFixed a bug that caused your character to stand before crouching when revivedbug fixSteamYou can now see the mark from the character you are spectating on both the Mini Map and World Mapbug fixSteamImproved the wrist positions on the steering wheelbug fixSteamOptimized game performance for 6-core or higher CPUperformanceSteamFixed a bug caused by changing 'Graphics' - 'Quality' - 'Effects' from Settingsbug fixSteamFixed a bug that occasionally disabled voice chat on the Starting Islandbug fixSteamImproved character animation when using throwables while pronebug fixSteam
- 12 events1st Person server options comingnew contentMilestone
1st Person server options are coming to NA and EU SOLO & DUO game-modes
SteamGamescom PUBG Invitationalseasonal eventMilestoneFirst offline Invitational event at Gamescom with daily qualifiers and livestream
SteamFOV Slider for 1st person view addednew contentMilestoneFOV Slider for the 1st person view will be added to the game
SteamThree new crates launchingnew contentMilestoneLaunching three new crates inspired by the Battle Royale movie
SteamGamescom PUBG Invitational announcementseasonal eventMilestoneFirst offline Invitational at Gamescom with daily qualifiers and events
Steam1st Person server options comingnew contentMilestone1st Person server options are coming to NA and EU SOLO & DUO game-modes
SteamLaunch of new cratesnew contentMilestoneThree new crates inspired by the Battle Royale movie will be launched
SteamFOV Slider for 1st person viewnew contentMilestoneFOV Slider for the 1st person view will be added to the game
SteamGamescom Invitational Crate detailsstoreThe Gamescom Invitational Crate will be available for $2.50, proceeds will support event and charities
SteamGamescom Invitational Crate detailsstoreThe Gamescom Invitational Crate can be opened with a key purchased for $2.50, proceeds to support event and charities
Steam - 44 eventsReduced Cast Time for Healing Itemsbalance change
Reduced cast time of First Aid Kit / Painkiller to 6 seconds and Med Kit / Adrenaline Syringe to 8 seconds.
SteamDecreased Reload Time of VSSbalance changeSteamAdded Colorblind Modeui uxSteamFixed Weather Probabilitybug fixFixed the probability of getting rainy weather to previous value.
SteamImproved Looting Camera StabilitygameplayCamera will stay still while looting items to prevent dizziness.
SteamFixed Reloading Sound Issuebug fixFixed an issue of the reloading sound getting played repetitively after dropping a weapon while reloading.
Steam1st Person Server Options Addedgameplay1st Person server options added to NA and EU Solo and Duo game-modes.
SteamFixed Attachment Equipping Bugbug fixFixed a bug where a character could not equip attachment with full inventory.
SteamNew Season Begins on LeaderboardsotherThe next season on the leaderboards will begin on August 1st at 02:00 UTC.
SteamEliminated Bombing Outside of Red Zonebug fixSteamMonthly Leaderboard Reset AnnouncementotherLeaderboards will reset on the first of each month to test new ranking algorithms and ELO changes.
SteamNew Character Customization Optionsnew contentAdded two new face presets and hairstyles for both genders.
SteamFixed Weapons Ceasing to Firebug fixFixed an issue of weapons sporadically ceasing to fire despite being set to auto firing mode.
SteamMonthly Leaderboard Reset SchedulegameplayLeaderboards will reset on the first of each month to test new ranking algorithms and ELO changes.
Steam1st Person Server Options Addedgameplay1st Person server options added to NA and EU Solo and Duo game-modes.
SteamFixed Weapons Ceasing to Firebug fixFixed an issue of weapons sporadically ceasing to fire despite being set to auto firing mode.
SteamKill Count Adjustment for Knocked-out TeammatesgameplayKill count will still go to the opponent if a teammate is killed to avoid giving kill count.
SteamReduced Cast Time for Healing Itemsbalance changeReduced cast time of First Aid Kit/Painkiller to 6 seconds and Med Kit/Adrenaline Syringe to 8 seconds.
SteamImproved Looting Camera StabilitygameplayCamera will stay still while looting items to prevent dizziness.
SteamKill Count Adjustment for Knocked-out TeammatesgameplayKill count will still go to the opponent if a teammate is killed to avoid giving kill count.
SteamAdded Colorblind Modeui uxSteamAdded Mk14 EBR Weaponnew contentMk14 EBR is a Designated Marksman Rifle that can only be obtained from Carepackages.
SteamRe-enter Games After DisconnectiongameplayPlayers may now re-enter games if they have been disconnected mid-game.
SteamNew Character Customization Optionsnew contentAdded two new face presets and hairstyles for both genders.
SteamAdded Mk14 EBR Weaponnew contentMk14 EBR is a Designated Marksman Rifle available from Carepackages.
SteamFOV Slider for 1st Person Viewui uxSteamFixed Various Spectating Bugsbug fixFixed bugs related to character shaking and camera swing while spectating.
SteamFOV Slider for 1st Person Viewui uxSteamNew Season BeginsgameplayThe next season on the leaderboards will begin on August 1st 02:00 UTC, with match data recording resuming.
SteamRe-enter Games After DisconnectiongameplayPlayers may now re-enter games if they have been disconnected mid-game.
SteamClient OptimizationperformanceOptimized memory usage for world objects, terrain rendering, vehicle physics, and User Interface.
SteamXbox Controller SupportgameplayYou may now play with Xbox controllers, with ongoing improvements.
Steam - 4 eventsMatch Data Recording Suspensionother
Match data will stop being recorded on July 31st at 02:00 UTC until the leaderboard reset.
SteamUnranked Matches Before Leaderboard Resetgameplay24 hours of unranked matches will occur before each leaderboard reset to backup and update the system.
SteamUnranked Match Period Before Leaderboard Resetother24 hours of unranked matches before the leaderboard reset to backup and update the system.
SteamMatch Data Recording SuspensiongameplayMatch data will stop being recorded from July 31st 02:00 UTC until August 1st 02:00 UTC.
Steam - 10 eventsFixed door interaction UI bugbug fix
Fixed a bug causing the door Interaction UI to appear even after doors were completely destroyed
SteamConsumables can be used during reloadquality of lifeYou can now use consumables after browsing the inventory during a reload
SteamFixed spectator mode shakingbug fixFixed a bug where characters would shake in spectator mode while running
SteamFixed character stuck in doorsbug fixFixed a bug where characters got stuck in doors after partially destroying them
SteamConsumables can be used during reloadquality of lifeYou can now use consumables after browsing the inventory during a reload
SteamFixed character stuck in doors bugbug fixFixed a bug where characters got stuck in doors after partially destroying them
SteamFixed spectator mode shaking bugbug fixFixed a bug where characters would shake in spectator mode while running
SteamFixed item pickup bug while runningbug fixFixed a bug where characters could not pick up items while running despite seeing the looting animation
SteamFixed item pickup bug while runningbug fixFixed a bug where characters could not pick up items while running despite seeing the looting animation
SteamFixed door Interaction UI bugbug fixFixed a bug causing the door Interaction UI to appear even after doors were completely destroyed
Steam - 22 eventsFixed inventory display issue on 4:3 resolutionbug fixSteamPass through doors destroyed by grenades without pressing Fbug fix
You no longer have to press the F key to pass through doors destroyed by grenades or Red Zone bombs
SteamFixed magazine pickup issue in lobbybug fixFixed an issue when you could not pick up mags from some areas of the lobby (starting island)
SteamFixed inventory display issue on 4:3 resolutionbug fixSteamNo firing weapons from underwater in vehiclesbug fixYou can no longer fire weapons in a vehicle from underwater
SteamFixed zooming issue when revivedbug fixFixed an issue whereby if you got knocked out while zooming in with a scope, you won't be zooming in when revived
SteamPass through doors destroyed by grenades without pressing Fbug fixYou no longer have to press the F key to pass through doors destroyed by grenades or Red Zone bombs
SteamOptimized Care Package airplaneperformanceSteamFixed armed weapon display on HUD UIbug fixFixed an issue of armed weapon not getting displayed on HUD UI, when switching weapons with number keys while having inventory open
SteamFixed armed weapon display issue on HUD UIbug fixFixed an issue of armed weapon not getting displayed on HUD UI, when switching weapons with number keys while having inventory open
SteamFixed grenade availability issuebug fixFixed an issue when grenades were not available to throw periodically
SteamImproved UI performanceui uxSteamNo firing weapons from underwater in vehiclesbug fixYou can no longer fire weapons in a vehicle from underwater
SteamSpectate teammate's screen in colorbug fixYou can always spectate your teammate's screen in color now
SteamFixed periodic grenade throwing issuebug fixFixed an issue when grenades were not available to throw periodically
SteamImproved UI performanceui uxSteamSpectate teammates' screens in colorbug fixYou can always spectate your teammate's screen in color now
SteamOptimized Care Package airplaneperformanceSteamFixed immobile starting airplane issuebug fixFixed an issue where the starting airplane became immobile in sky at the very start of a round
SteamFixed immobile starting airplane issuebug fixFixed an issue where the starting airplane became immobile in sky at the very start of a round
SteamFixed issue picking up mags in lobbybug fixFixed an issue when you could not pick up mags from some areas of the lobby (starting island)
SteamFixed zooming issue when revivedbug fixFixed an issue whereby if you got knocked out while zooming in with a scope, you won't be zooming in when revived
Steam - 20 eventsImproved UI performanceperformanceSteamPrevented exiting vehicle when blocked all aroundbug fixSteamFixed teammate's weapon being invisible in spectator modebug fixSteamVehicle tire effects change immediately on different ground typebug fixSteamAdded SEA (Southeast Asia) servernew contentSteamFixed character walking through gas station wallbug fixSteamAdjusted GROZA rail for better fit with sightsbalance changeSteamFixed character standing on top of tunnel after exiting motorbikebug fixSteamFixed ammo not dropping after dropping Extended Mag with full Backpackbug fixSteamImproved UI performanceperformanceSteamAdded SEA (Southeast Asia) servernew contentSteamFixed ammo not dropping after dropping Extended Mag with full Backpackbug fixSteamVehicle tire effects change immediately on different ground typesbug fixSteamAdjusted GROZA rail for better fit with sightsbalance changeSteamPrevented exiting vehicle when blocked all aroundbug fixSteamFixed blurry scope crosshair with high post-processing qualitybug fixSteamFixed teammate's weapon being invisible in spectator modebug fixSteamFixed character standing on top of tunnel after exiting motorbikebug fixSteamFixed blurry scope crosshair on high post-processing qualitybug fixSteamFixed character walking through gas station wallbug fixSteam
- 17 eventsUZI spawn rate slightly increasedbalance changeSteamUMP spawn rate slightly decreasedbalance changeSteamLevel 1 Helmet and Vest spawn rate adjustedbalance change
Adjusted spawn rate so that Level 1 Helmet and Level 1 Vest will be spawned at a similar rate.
SteamSCAR-L spawn rate decreasedbalance changeThe spawn rate of SCAR-L was decreased to better fit the weapon’s tier.
SteamNew weapon added: P18Cnew contentA new 9mm pistol with full auto mode, the P18C, has been added.
SteamCare Package loot adjustmentsbalance changeAR Silencers, SR Silencers, and 4x Scopes can now be found in Care Packages at low probabilities.
SteamUMP spawn rate slightly decreasedbalance changeSteamSCAR-L spawn rate decreasedbalance changeThe spawn rate of SCAR-L has been decreased to better fit its tier.
Steam4x Scopes added to Care Packagesbalance changeAt a low probability, 4x Scopes will be available in Care Packages.
SteamVSS removed from Care Packagesbalance changeThe VSS will no longer be found in Care Packages and will remain to be spawned in the map.
SteamUZI spawn rate slightly increasedbalance changeSteamNew weapon Groza added to Care Packagesnew contentThe Groza can only be acquired in Care Packages.
SteamLevel 1 Helmet and Vest spawn rate adjustedbalance changeSpawn rates of Level 1 Helmet and Level 1 Vest adjusted to be more similar.
SteamAR and SR Silencers added to Care Packagesbalance changeAt a low probability, AR Silencers and SR Silencers will be available in Care Packages.
SteamVSS removed from Care Packagesbalance changeThe VSS will no longer be found in Care Packages and will remain in the map.
Steam - 34 eventsFixed ammo firing bugbug fix
Fixed a bug that caused players to fire more ammo than the amount loaded.
SteamImproved rendering performance of vehiclesperformanceImproved rendering performance of vehicles, motorbikes, and boats at a distance.
SteamFixed wooden doors' metallic gloss issuebug fixFixed a bug that caused the wooden doors inside houses to have a metallic gloss.
SteamPartially fixed camera passing through objectsbug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused the camera to pass through some objects.
SteamFixed healing items usage after firingbug fixFixed a bug that prevented the use of healing items after firing full auto mode.
SteamPartially fixed camera clipping through objectsbug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused the camera to pass through some objects.
SteamImproved rendering performance of charactersperformanceImproved rendering performance of other characters.
SteamFixed DBNO state after drowningbug fixFixed a bug that caused players to enter the DBNO state after drowning. You will now die immediately after taking fatal damage from lack of oxygen.
SteamCorrected flower bed rendering at distancebug fixFixed a bug that caused flower beds to be shown incorrectly at a distance.
SteamFixed client crash on character appearance changebug fixMilestoneFixed a client crash that occurred when changing character appearance.
SteamImproved rendering of vehicles at a distanceperformanceImproved rendering performance of vehicles, motorbikes, and boats at a distance.
SteamEnhanced rendering performance of weapon effectsperformanceImproved the rendering performance of weapon effects at a distance.
SteamEnhanced rendering of weapon effectsperformanceImproved the rendering performance of weapon effects at a distance.
SteamFixed ammo firing bugbug fixFixed a bug that caused players to fire more ammo than the amount loaded.
SteamEnhanced client performance during ranged combatperformanceImproved client performance during ranged combat.
SteamFixed lung icon display issue underwaterbug fixFixed a bug that caused lung icon to be displayed as full while taking damage due to lack of oxygen underwater.
SteamResolved server performance issuesperformanceResolved an issue with server performance dropping drastically in certain circumstances.
SteamFixed overlapping indoor walls and objectsbug fixFixed an issue with indoor walls and objects overlapping each other.
SteamFixed clothing visibility when aimingbug fixFixed a bug that caused some parts of the clothing to be shown when firing a weapon while aiming down sights, using 4x or higher scopes.
SteamPartially fixed terrain sticking issuebug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused a character to be stuck in terrain.
SteamFixed healing item usage after firingbug fixFixed a bug that prevented the use of healing items after firing full auto mode.
SteamEnhanced client performance during ranged combatperformanceImproved client performance during ranged combat.
SteamResolved server performance issuesperformanceResolved an issue with server performance dropping drastically in certain circumstances.
SteamPrevented shadow removal via Steam launch optionsbug fixPrevented users from removing shadows by changing Steam launch options.
SteamFixed flower beds display issue at distancebug fixFixed a bug that caused flower beds to be shown incorrectly at a distance.
SteamFixed DBNO state after drowningbug fixMilestoneFixed a bug that caused players to enter the DBNO state after drowning. You will now die immediately after taking fatal damage from lack of oxygen.
SteamFixed client crash on character appearance changebug fixFixed a client crash that occurred when changing character appearance.
SteamFixed metallic gloss on wooden doorsbug fixFixed a bug that caused the wooden doors inside houses to have a metallic gloss.
SteamPrevented shadow removal via Steam launch optionsbug fixPrevented users from removing shadows by changing Steam launch options.
SteamCorrected underwater oxygen damage iconbug fixFixed a bug that caused lung icon to be displayed as full while taking damage due to lack of oxygen underwater.
SteamPartially fixed terrain stuck character issuebug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused a character to be stuck in terrain.
SteamFixed clothing visibility when aimingbug fixFixed a bug that caused some parts of the clothing to be shown when firing a weapon while aiming down sights, using 4x or higher scopes.
SteamImproved rendering performance of charactersperformanceImproved rendering performance of other characters.
SteamFixed overlapping indoor walls and objectsbug fixFixed an issue with indoor walls and objects overlapping each other.
Steam - 16 eventsFixed Freelook not working while jumpingbug fixSteamModified match ends timer from 5 minutes to 1 minutegameplaySteamMitigated character movement issue with large dataperformanceSteamImproved physics engine performance on game serversperformanceSteamFixed weapon icons not showing after inventory switchbug fixSteamImproved client performance in the lobbyperformanceSteamImproved client performance in the lobbyperformanceSteamImproved care package airplane rendering performanceperformanceSteamFixed client crash when changing character looksbug fixSteamFixed client crash when changing character's looksbug fixSteamFixed weapon icons not showing after opening inventorybug fixSteamModified match ends timer from 5 minutes to 1 minutegameplaySteamImproved physics engine performance on game serversperformanceSteamFixed Freelook not working while jumpingbug fixSteamMitigated character movement issue with large dataperformanceSteamImproved care package airplane rendering performanceperformanceSteam
- 22 eventsFixed revive state bug with multiple playersbug fix
Players could go back into the REVIVE state when two players start the revive action and one cancels.
SteamImproved client performance during vehicle crashesperformanceReduced effects played excessively during vehicle crashes.
SteamPartially fixed falling death bugbug fixPlayers could 'die from falling' after getting stuck in buildings or vehicles.
SteamFixed crash related to vehicle crashesbug fixSteamFixed player death bug in DUO/SQUAD modesbug fixPlayers could die without entering the REVIVE state when shot by a shotgun or full-auto weapon.
SteamFixed translucent crosshair on VSS scopebug fixSteamFixed crash related to vehicle crashesbug fixMilestoneSteamImproved server performance related to vehiclesperformanceSteamFixed crash related to unequipping an itembug fixMilestoneSteamFixed high volume voice chat bug on airplanebug fixSteamFixed bug causing players to die without entering REVIVE statebug fixMilestoneThis occurred when being shot by a shotgun or a full-auto weapon in DUO or SQUAD modes.
SteamFixed translucent crosshair issue on VSS scopebug fixSteamFixed high volume voice chat issue on airplanebug fixResolved a bug that caused other players' voice chat to be heard at high volume.
SteamFixed sound stutter when many players are swimmingbug fixSteamImproved client performance during vehicle crashesperformanceReduced effects played excessively during vehicle crashes to enhance performance.
SteamFixed incorrect breath gauge displaybug fixAddressed a bug that caused the breath gauge to be shown incorrectly in certain situations.
SteamFixed revive state bug when two players start revive actionbug fixMilestoneResolved an issue where a player would go back into the REVIVE state when two players start the revive action and one cancels.
SteamFixed incorrect breath gauge displaybug fixBreath gauge was shown incorrectly in certain situations.
SteamImproved server performance related to vehiclesperformanceSteamPartially fixed falling death bugbug fixMilestoneAddressed a bug that caused a player to 'die from falling' after getting stuck in buildings or vehicles.
SteamFixed crash related to unequipping an itembug fixSteamFixed sound stutter when many players are swimmingbug fixSteam - 17 eventsImproved Motorbike SoundaudioSteamFixed Vehicle Spawn Rate in Garagesbug fix
Fixed a bug that caused vehicles to be spawned in garages consistently.
SteamNew Mini-map Featuresui uxAdded a dotted line towards the next play zone on the mini-map and adjusted transparency of mini-map grid.
SteamImproved Rendering PerformanceperformanceImproved rendering performance of fences, grass, weapons, and attachments seen at distance.
SteamAdded Sound for Door DestructionaudioSteamReduced Moving Speed of Final Play Zonesbalance changeReduced the moving speed of the two final play zones for better engagement during the endgame.
SteamImproved Character Animation PerformanceperformanceSteamAdded Motorbikenew contentSteamFixed Duplicate Player Icons on Minimapbug fixFixed a bug that caused a player icon to be doubled up on the minimap.
SteamFixed Carepackages Shaking on Fallbug fixFixed a bug that caused carepackages to shake when falling.
SteamImproved CPU Usage for World Level StreamingperformanceSteamWeapon Balance Adjustmentsbalance changeVector: Reduced bullet damage slightly, increased deviation gain per shot. S1897/S686/S12K: Reduced pellet damage slightly. AKM: Increased bullet damage slightly.
SteamNew Key Bindings Addedui uxAdded new key bindings for hold breath, motorbike air control, and switch to previous weapon.
SteamFixed Player Count Reduction on Disconnectbug fixFixed an issue where the players alive count would reduce when a player disconnected.
SteamFixed Game Crash from Flashbangbug fixFixed a bug that caused the game client to crash when a flashbang goes off.
SteamAdded VSS Sniper Riflenew contentA suppressed sniper rifle with permanent 4X scope & chambered for 9mm ammo, found in carepackages & as a rare loot spawn.
Steam - 16 eventsImproved FPS Drop Near Vehiclesperformance
Slightly improved the drop in FPS when there are vehicles near the character.
SteamFixed sound issue in Custom Gamesbug fixFixed the issue that was causing the sound to break when there are too many vehicles in a small area
SteamPartially Fixed Character Stuck Bugbug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused the character to get stuck in different objects in the environment.
SteamRemoved Environment Foliage ModificationmoddingPlayers can no longer remove the environment foliage by revising the .ini file.
SteamTemporarily Removed Flash Bangbug fixTemporarily removed the flash bang from the game as it was causing game clients to freeze/crash.
SteamAnti-Cheat Lag Switch PreventionaiMilestoneCharacters will now be locked and unable to move, rotate, or attack when ping exceeds a certain value.
SteamFixed Crosshair Visibility in No-UI Modebug fixFixed a bug that caused the crosshair to still be visible while in no-UI mode.
SteamImproved FPS drop near vehiclesperformanceSlightly improved the drop in FPS when there are vehicles near the character
SteamFixed crosshair visibility in no-UI modebug fixFixed a bug that caused the crosshair to still be visible while in no-UI mode
SteamTemporarily removed flash bangbug fixMilestoneTemporarily removed the flash bang from the game as it was causing game clients to freeze/crash
SteamRemoved ability to modify environment foliagemoddingPlayers will no longer be able to remove the environment foliage by revising the .ini file
SteamPartially Fixed Game Client Freeze Bugbug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused the game client to freeze.
SteamPartially fixed character stuck bugbug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused the character to get stuck in different objects in the environment
SteamAnti-cheat movement lock on high pingaiMilestoneCharacters will now be locked and will not be able to move, rotate and attack others when the ping exceeds a certain value
SteamFixed Sound Issue in Custom Gamesbug fixFixed the issue that was causing the sound to break when there are too many vehicles in a small area.
SteamPartially fixed game client freeze bugbug fixPartially fixed a bug that caused the game client to freeze
Steam - 16 eventsFixed loot not showing in inventorybug fix
Resolved a bug that caused loot to not be shown in the inventory when first obtained.
SteamFixed incorrect lighting on 2x scopebug fixCorrected a bug causing incorrect lighting on the 2x scope.
SteamImproved FPS drop during gunfire and vehicle drivingperformanceClient performance improvement to reduce drop in FPS when firing a gun or driving a vehicle.
SteamImproved FPS drop during gunfire and drivingperformanceClient performance improvement to reduce FPS drop when firing a gun or driving a vehicle.
SteamFixed crossbow attachments visibility issuebug fixCorrected a bug that caused crossbow attachments not to show up in the vicinity pane.
SteamFixed loot not showing in inventorybug fixResolved a bug that caused loot to not be shown in the inventory when first obtained.
SteamRolled back item spawn balancebalance changeRestored the item spawn balance to its previous state after a bug was identified.
SteamRolled back item spawn balancebalance changeRestored the item spawn balance to how it was before the previous update.
SteamFixed door opening towards playerbug fixResolved a bug that caused the door to open towards the player.
SteamFixed door opening towards playerbug fixResolved a bug that caused the door to open towards the player.
SteamReduced health loss from motorbike ejectiongameplayDecreased the amount of health lost when a character is ejected from a flipping motorbike.
SteamFixed incorrect lighting on 2x scopebug fixCorrected a bug causing incorrect lighting on the 2x scope.
SteamReduced health loss from motorbike ejectiongameplayDecreased the amount of health lost when a character is ejected from a flipping motorbike.
SteamFixed crossbow attachments visibility issuebug fixCorrected a bug that caused crossbow attachments not to show up in the vicinity pane.
Steam - 79 eventsFootstep Sound Localizationaudio
You can now figure out what floor the opponents are at just by listening to their footsteps.
SteamAdjusted Bullet Flying SoundaudioMade adjustments so that the sound of the bullet flying through air doesn’t play when shots are fired from a short distance from your character.
SteamAdded Motorbike with Sidecarnew contentMilestoneA sidecar-less version will be added in a future update.
SteamFixed Pants Item Iconsbug fixFixed a bug that caused the icons for certain 'pants' items to not appear correctly.
SteamFixed Weapons Clipping Through Wallsbug fixFixed a bug that caused weapons to clip through walls.
SteamFixed Disconnects After 5 Minutesbug fixFixed a bug that caused disconnects after 5 minutes into a match.
SteamRendering Performance for Minimum Spec PCsperformanceRendering performance on PCs with minimum system requirements has been improved.
SteamAdded Vector SMGnew contentMilestoneA very powerful SMG most appropriate for short to mid-range combat that is spawned in the world.
SteamAdded Motorbike with Sidecarnew contentMilestoneA sidecar-less version will be added in a future update.
SteamMap Markers Visible to All Teammatesui uxSteamAdded Descriptions for Attachmentsui uxSteamFixed Ejection of Knocked Out Playersbug fixFixed a bug that caused a knocked out player to be ejected in front of a vehicle.
SteamFixed Motorbike Leaning Issuebug fixThe motorbike leans slightly to the right when being driven straight.
SteamAdded Crossbow Back into the Gamenew contentSteamAdded Ballistic Masknew contentSteamAdjusted Character Position in REVIVE StategameplayAdjusted the character position slightly when in the REVIVE state.
SteamFixed Disconnects After 5 Minutesbug fixMilestoneFixed a bug that caused disconnects after 5 minutes into a match.
SteamGraphic Performance for Minimum Spec PCsperformanceGraphic performance and quality on PCs with minimum system requirements has been improved.
SteamView Casting Bar While SpectatinggameplayYou can now view the casting bar when the teammate you are spectating uses heal and/or boost items.
SteamVisible REVIVE Timer IcongameplayWhen attempting to revive a team mate, the reviving timer icon will now also be visible to the player being revived.
SteamFixed PLAYERUNKNOWN Shoes Rendering Issuebug fixFixed a bug that caused the PLAYERUNKNOWN shoes to not render properly.
SteamImproved Spectating Character ShakegameplayMade improvements to address the issue of characters shaking while being spectated.
SteamAdjusted Firing Sound of SKSaudioAdjusted the firing sound of the SKS in mid to long range combat.
SteamAdded Descriptions for Attachmentsui uxSteamDead Teammate Icon Disappears Over Timeui uxThe dead team-mate icon will now disappear after a certain time and distance when in team modes.
SteamFixed Motorbike Tire Shooting Issuebug fixThe tires of the motorbike cannot be shot out at the moment.
SteamFixed Pants Item Iconsbug fixFixed a bug that caused the icons for certain 'pants' items to not appear correctly.
SteamReduced CPU Load Through Instance RenderingperformanceReduced the load on the CPU through instance rendering so that the GPUs can function to their full capabilities.
SteamAdjusted Overall Balance on All Attachmentsbalance changeSteamAdjusted Overall Balance on Assault Riflesbalance changeSteamAdjusted Volume of FootstepsaudioSteamImproved Spectating ExperiencegameplayMade improvements to address the issue of characters shaking while being spectated.
SteamAdded 2X Aimpoint Scopenew contentSteamREVIVE Timer BehaviorgameplayThe REVIVE timer will no longer decrease when a team mate is attempting to revive you.
SteamAdded Ballistic Masknew contentSteamMovement in REVIVE StategameplayYou are now able to move sideways and backwards in the REVIVE state.
SteamRevised System Messages and Item Descriptionsui uxSteamRevised System Messages and Item Descriptionsui uxSteamImproved FPS Performance for Inventory UIperformanceMade some improvements to address the issue of FPS drops when opening the inventory UI.
SteamAdded 3 New Color Variations for Dacianew contentSteamOpened Test Server for UpdatesotherWe have opened a test server to better manage our content and secure stability for our live environment updates.
SteamReduced CPU Load Through Instance RenderingperformanceReduced the load on the CPU through instance rendering so that the GPUs can function to their full capabilities.
SteamTeammate Names on World Mapui uxSteamTeammate Names Appear on World Mapui uxSteamAdjusted Character Position in REVIVE StategameplayAdjusted the character position slightly when in the REVIVE state.
SteamFixed Knocked Out Player Ejection Bugbug fixFixed a bug that caused a knocked out player to be ejected in front of a vehicle.
SteamAdjusted Overall Balance on Attachmentsbalance changeSteamFixed Motorbike Leaning Issuebug fixThe motorbike leans slightly to the right when being driven straight.
SteamFixed PLAYERUNKNOWN Shoes Rendering Issuebug fixFixed a bug that caused the PLAYERUNKNOWN shoes to not render properly.
SteamImproved FPS Drops When Opening Inventory UIperformanceMade some improvements to address the issue of FPS drops when opening the inventory UI.
SteamFixed Weapons Clipping Through Wallsbug fixFixed a bug that caused weapons to clip through walls.
SteamFixed Visibility Issue with Buildingsbug fixFixed a bug that caused some buildings to not be visible at long distance.
SteamAdded 2X Aimpoint Scopenew contentSteamREVIVE Timer No Longer Decreases During RevivegameplayThe REVIVE timer will no longer decrease when a team mate is attempting to revive you.
SteamMap Markers Visible to All Teammatesui uxSteamAdded Vector SMGnew contentMilestoneA very powerful SMG most appropriate for short to mid-range combat that is spawned in the world.
SteamRendering Performance on Minimum Spec PCsperformanceRendering performance on PCs with minimum system requirements has been improved.
SteamVisible Reviving Timer IcongameplayWhen attempting to revive a team mate, the reviving timer icon will now also be visible to the player being revived.
SteamAdded 3 New Color Variations for the Dacianew contentSteamCrossbow Returned to the Gamenew contentSteamAdjusted Overall Balance on Assault Riflesbalance changeSteamMovement in REVIVE StategameplayYou are now able to move sideways and backwards in the REVIVE state.
SteamView Casting Bar While SpectatinggameplayYou can now view the casting bar when the teammate you are spectating uses heal and/or boost items.
SteamSound Effect Differences for Bullet SpeedsaudioThere are now sound effect differences for supersonic and non-supersonic bullet speeds.
SteamDead Teammate Icon Disappears After Time and Distanceui uxThe dead team-mate icon will now disappear after a certain time and distance when in team modes.
SteamImproved FPS in Yasnaya, Polyana & GeorgopolperformanceMade improvements to address the issue of FPS severely dropping when in the vicinity of Yasnaya, Polyana & Georgopol.
SteamImproved FPS in Yasnaya and GeorgopolperformanceMade improvements to address the issue of FPS severely dropping when in the vicinity of Yasnaya, Polyana & Georgopol.
SteamGraphic Performance on Minimum Spec PCsperformanceGraphic performance and quality on PCs with minimum system requirements has been improved.
SteamFixed Motorbike Tire Shot Issuebug fixThe tires of the motorbike cannot be shot out at the moment.
SteamFixed Visibility of Some Buildings at Long Distancebug fixFixed a bug that caused some buildings to not be visible at long distance.
Steam - 16 eventsAdjusted volume levels for wind, rain, and footstepsaudioSteamFixed low volume issue with door soundsaudioSteamAdjusted volume levels for wind, rain, and footstepsaudioSteamPrevented FOV adjustment via game settings filequality of life
FOV will be adjustable from the settings menu in-game in a future update.
SteamAdded sporadic thunder sounds during rainy weatheraudioSteamFixed compass direction display issuebug fixSteamFixed low volume issue with door soundsaudioSteamAdded sporadic thunder sounds during rainy weatheraudioSteamFixed compass direction display issuebug fixSteamAdded support for non-standard aspect ratiosbug fixGame now displays correct FOV on aspect ratios ranging from 4:3 to 21:9.
SteamImproved sounds for the buggyaudioSteamFixed configuration files to prevent hiding of environment objectsbug fixSteamPrevented FOV adjustment via game settings filequality of lifeFOV will be adjustable from the settings menu in-game in a future update.
SteamAdded support for non-standard aspect ratiosbug fixThe game will now display at the correct FOV on aspect ratios ranging from 4:3 to 21:9.
SteamFixed configuration files to prevent hiding of environment objectsbug fixSteamImproved sounds for the buggyaudioSteam - 20 eventsFixed Compass Direction Displaybug fix
Fixed an issue with the compass direction not displaying correctly.
SteamFixed Under Map Bugbug fixMilestoneApplied additional fixes to address the issue of players going under the map in certain areas.
SteamClient Performance ImprovementsperformanceClient performances have improved when loading buildings from a mid-distance.
SteamFixed Rock Hiding Bugbug fixMilestoneFixed a bug that allowed players to hide and attack other players from inside a rock.
SteamFixed Compass Direction Displaybug fixFixed an issue with the compass direction not displaying correctly.
SteamFixed Players Going Under the Mapbug fixApplied additional fixes to address the issue of players going under the map in certain areas.
SteamAdded Thunder Sounds in Rainy WeatheraudioWhen in rainy weather, you will now sporadically hear thunder sounds.
SteamAdded Thunder Sounds in Rainy WeatheraudioWhen in rainy weather, you will now sporadically hear thunder sounds.
SteamFixed Player Hiding Inside Rocksbug fixFixed a bug that allowed players to hide and attack other players from inside a rock.
SteamImproved Client PerformanceperformanceClient performances have improved when loading buildings from a mid-distance.
Steam - 34 eventsResolved server performance degradation over timebug fixSteamFixed character creation system issuebug fixSteamRemoved depth of field effect when spectating in team-play modesvisualsSteamFixed damage from vehicles behind trees/wallsbug fixSteamFixed volume of crouch walkingbug fixSteamAdded Oceanian & South American serversnew contentSteamFixed PLAYERUNKNOWN hi-top trainers rendering issuebug fixSteamResolved several client crash issuesbug fixSteamFixed characters going under the map in certain areasbug fixSteamFixed REVIVE system stuck animation issuebug fixSteamAdded item durability state in vicinity paneui uxSteamAdjusted weapon sound volume in the lobbyaudioSteamFixed REVIVE system animation issuebug fixSteamRemoved crosshair while in a vehicle and not aimingui uxSteamFixed characters going under the map in certain areasbug fixSteamFixed PLAYERUNKNOWN hi-top trainers rendering issuebug fixSteamResolved several server crash issuesbug fixSteamAdded View Distance setting to graphics optionsquality of lifeSteamPartially addressed performance degradation when opening inventorybug fixSteamFixed damage from vehicles behind trees/wallsbug fixSteamAdded item durability state in vicinity paneui uxSteamFixed character creation system issuebug fixSteamRemoved depth of field effect when spectating in team-play modesvisualsSteamRemoved crosshair while in a vehicle and not aimingui uxSteamResolved server performance degradation issuebug fixSteamAdded Oceanian & South American serversnew contentSteamAdded View Distance setting to graphics optionsquality of lifeSteamAdjusted weapon sound volume in the lobbyaudioSteamPartially addressed performance degradation when opening inventorybug fixSteamResolved several server crash issuesbug fixSteamAdjusted movement speed of endgame play zonesgameplaySteamAdjusted movement speed of endgame play zonesgameplaySteamResolved several client crash issuesbug fixSteamFixed volume of crouch walkingbug fixSteam
- 42 eventsFixed end-game results screen bugbug fix
Fixed the bug that caused the end-game results screen to not appear when spectating and all your teammates die.
SteamInitial Performance Improvements AnnouncedperformanceObjectives to reduce CPU overload and enhance GPU performance for stable frame rates.
SteamAdded freelook in 1st person/ADS viewsgameplayAdded the ability to freelook while in 1st person/ADS views.
SteamReworked destruction logicperformanceDestruction logic has been reworked so that the destruction of doors do not interfere with server performance.
SteamAdded freelook in 1st person/ADS viewsgameplayFreelook functionality added while in 1st person/ADS views.
SteamExpected Results for Performance ImprovementsperformanceExpect stable frame rates in high-density areas and higher frame rates across all graphic options.
SteamFixed scope aim bug in spectate modebug fixFixed the bug that caused the scope aim to seem different than the actual when spectating.
SteamStep 1: Art Assets Optimization ScheduledperformanceDecrease vertex count by adjusting LOD on terrains and buildings for better performance.
SteamImproved player disconnection issueperformanceSlightly improved the issue that caused a large number of players to get disconnected from a game.
SteamStep 2: Terrain and Ocean Shader Rendering ImprovementperformanceImprovement of rendering performance for terrain and ocean shaders is planned.
SteamDeluxe edition exclusive items availablestoreExclusive items for pre-ordering the Deluxe edition are available via in-game redeem function.
SteamAdjusted end-game rewards balancebalance changeSlightly adjusted the balance on end-game rewards.
SteamImproved disconnection issuesperformanceSlightly improved the issue that caused a large number of players to get disconnected from a game.
SteamServer stabilization and client performance improvementsperformanceConsistent work on server stabilization and client performance improvement.
SteamFixed end-game results screen bugbug fixFixed the bug that caused the end-game results screen to not appear when spectating and all teammates die.
SteamFixed stats application bug between game modesbug fixFixed the bug that caused stats from other game modes to be applied between Solos, Duos and Squads.
SteamInitial Performance Improvements AnnouncementperformanceAnnouncement of initial performance improvements aimed at reducing CPU overload and enhancing GPU performance.
SteamStep 4: Video Memory Usage ReductionperformancePlans to decrease video memory usage rate, with a 1 GB reduction already achieved.
SteamStep 3: CPU Overhead ReductionperformancePlans to decrease CPU overhead by rearranging walls near buildings.
SteamServer stabilization and client performance improvementperformanceConsistent work on server stabilization and client performance.
SteamVideo Memory Usage Reduction AchievedperformanceReduction of video memory usage by 1 GB in the final CBT build.
SteamFixed stats application bug between game modesbug fixFixed the bug that caused stats from other game modes to be applied between Solos, Duos, and Squads.
SteamPerformance Improvements ETAperformanceExpected to take roughly 5 weeks with an initial target date of April 14th.
SteamAdded SKS rifle and new face presetsnew contentAdded the SKS rifle to the game and 2 new face presets (1 male, 1 female).
SteamFixed low indoors footstep soundbug fixFixed the bug that caused the indoors footstep sound to be too low.
SteamArt Assets Optimization Scheduled for April 7thperformanceOptimization of art assets to decrease vertex count on terrains and buildings for better performance.
SteamReworked destruction logic for doorsperformanceDestruction logic has been reworked to prevent interference with server performance.
SteamFixed low indoors footstep soundbug fixFixed the bug that caused the indoors footstep sound to be too low.
SteamFixed scope aim bug in spectate modebug fixFixed the bug that caused the scope aim to seem different than the actual when spectating.
SteamFuture Performance Improvements Steps OutlinedperformanceFurther steps include improving terrain and ocean shader rendering, rearranging walls near buildings, and decreasing video memory usage.
SteamAdjusted end-game rewards balancebalance changeSlightly adjusted the balance on end-game rewards.
SteamDeluxe edition exclusive items availableotherExclusive items for pre-ordering the Deluxe edition are available via an in-game redeem function.
Steam - 2 eventsClosed Beta Testing Stage Launchnew contentMilestone
PLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDS has entered a Closed Beta testing stage and is now available on Steam.
SteamClosed Beta Testing Stage Launchnew contentMilestonePLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDS has entered a Closed Beta testing stage and is now available on Steam.
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