What changed in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS in 2021

Hosted several global events and tournaments, giving out millions in cash prizes.

Added several new weapons, vehicles, utility items, etc to diversify your drops.

Included the return of Fantasy Battle Royale and Zombie Mode.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS is going Free-to-play on January 12th.

Introduced a brand new 8×8 Battleground with a Korean theme.

Players will race on five distinct tracks, each with different layouts and requirements.

Black crates create a Red Zone in the next checkpoint area for the leading player.

Players must drive through checkpoints, with automatic respawn if going off-track for too long.

New crates provide weapons, speed boosts, and throwables to enhance racing.

The race ends 60 seconds after the first player crosses the finish line.

Players are invincible for 10 seconds at the start and 5 seconds after respawning.

A new seasonal event where players race in vehicles on Vikendi's tracks.

Players can choose from Motorbike, Pickup, Coupe RB, Quad, and Zima, each with unique weapons and equipment.

LABS games do not provide XP, gameplay rewards, or affect match history.

Custom matches support Squad and Solo modes, with automatic teammate finding.

Changes made to counter speed hacks and flying cars by cross-checking movement with the server.

Ratio of suspected cheater accounts has decreased by approximately 45% compared to early 2021.

Plans to implement kernel drivers as part of anti-cheat measures.

Implementation of machine-learning techniques to penalize players engaging in malicious behavior.

Implementation of machine learning techniques for automatic analysis of cheat software.

New hardware ban technology resulted in a near 30% decrease in metrics tracking players experiencing and reporting cheaters.

Measures taken against lag switches and unauthorized controller accessories on console platforms.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS will become free-to-play on January 12, 2022.

Sales of KAKAO FRIENDS Ultimate Bundle start on December 8, 2021.

New items related to the PUBG Global Championship 2021.

Vikendi’s Dinoland transformed into KAKAO FRIENDS theme park with various characters.

Limited time offer for double G-COIN purchases.

New items and skins featuring Jeremy Lin including outerwear and jersey sets.

Introduction of new items in the Contraband Crate including the Yule Sleigh Mini14.

Reminder for Singles’ Day items that will be leaving the store.

New festive items and skins available for a limited time.

New items and skins from the KAKAO FRIENDS collaboration including various sets and emotes.

New items and skins featuring KAKAO FRIENDS characters available for players.

Reworked Bootcamp layout to improve tactical gameplay and reduce crowding.

Increased damage potential and reduced recoil for LMGs.

Increased head damage multiplier for SMGs to improve their effectiveness.

Christmas decorations and weather added to specific locations in Vikendi.

Patch Reports will now be released alongside Live server updates instead of Test server updates.

New lootable vehicle that can be folded and unfolded, allowing for stealthy movement.

Added rocks and trees to shoreline areas and adjusted lighting effects.

Increased damage and damage drop-off range for the AUG.

Updated map rotation for Normal and Ranked matches based on player feedback.

Increased damage drop-off range and hit probability for shotguns.

Increased recoil and reduced ammo for the P90 to balance its performance.

New collaboration with KAKAO FRIENDS, including themed decorations in Vikendi.

Season 14 rewards will be automatically distributed at the beginning of Season 15.

Tweaked magazine attachments to improve their usefulness and play-style.

Collect Contraband Coupons and other items by logging in each day during the event.

Participate in the Black Friday Surprise Event to collect rewards by logging in daily.

Rewards include Contraband Coupons and special items like RIP YOU Spray and Fully Boosted shirts.

The PUBG Global Championship 2021 will be held from November 19th to December 19th, featuring 32 teams and a prize pool of over $2 million.

PUBG Esports will readapt the SUPER Point Rule for PGC 2021, with Weekly Survival matches using WWCD format.

Esports Shop items will be available from November 12th to January 12th, 2022.

Players can earn free voting coupons and Esports Points by watching the tournament and participating in events.

Players can predict the top four teams each week to earn Esports Points.

The PGC 2021 Pick'em Challenge starts on November 12th, allowing players to predict top teams and earn Esports Points.

The PUBG Esports tab returns for PGC 2021, available from November 12th to January 12th, 2022.

Viewers can earn up to 40,000 EP via Twitch Drops during the tournament.

Get the unique Victory Dance 74 Emote from November 12 to November 15, 2021.

Players can participate in Pick & Go Bingo during the official PUBG Esports Twitch broadcasts to earn free EP.

Players can guess which team will earn the most kills during the Weekly Finals for additional Esports Points.

New items including the Contingent Chaos Duster Bundle and Dance Splash Emote Bundle are available for voting coupons.

Starting with Season 14, Erangel, Miramar, and Sanhok will be permanent fixtures in the Normal Mode map rotation.

The release of Codename: Kiki has been delayed to mid-2022 due to a shift in development focus.

Miramar and Erangel are confirmed as permanent maps in Ranked Mode due to their popularity in esports.

Receive double the amount of G-Coin during the promotion period.

Taego will be removed from the Featured Map and added to the rotation starting Season 14.

Haven will not be included in Ranked due to its size and unique gameplay mechanics.

Erangel and Miramar will be permanent in Ranked Mode, with seasonal rotations for other maps.

Grand Final of the PUBG Global Championship 2021 will end on Dec 19th, 2021.

Announcement of the PUBG Global Championship 2021 tournament structure and details.

Celebrate with the Winner Winner Chicken Dinner hat available from November 5 to November 8, 2021.

Details on Weekly Survival and Finals, including special prizes for winners.

Total prize pool of over 2 Million USD for the tournament.

Rank Decision matches begin on Nov 19th, 2021.

New items added to the Contraband Crate with updated sales periods.

Special items and bundles related to the PUBG Global Championship 2021 are now available for purchase.

Various costume sets and individual items on sale for Singles' Day with discounts up to 34%.

New GodV Bundle and individual items available at discounted prices.

Hero costumes from the 90s available at discounted prices for Black Friday.

Monthly shop update announcements will provide detailed information on store items, sales dates, and more.

Your Shop feature will be available again with a specific sales period.

Teams Veronica7, Question Mark, and FIUMBA have changed their names to GNL_ESPORTS, Team Unique, and KPI Gaming respectively.

New rules allow teams to register reserve players under specific conditions.

List of newly registered reserve players across various regions for PGC 2021.

Announcement of the final list of teams participating in PGC 2021 across different regions.

Unicorn Phoenix Da Nang will not participate due to visa issues; GAMEHOME Ha Dong takes their place.

Details on the LAN/Online hybrid format for the PGC 2021 tournament.

Can be found across all eight maps.

New creature with unique behaviors.

New areas added for Team Deathmatch.

Players can now swim while in DBNO state.

New tabs for live stream and tournament details.

Event runs from October 27 to November 9 with weekly missions and rewards.

Changes made to Blue Zone and item availability.

New weapon with specific deployment and firing mechanics.

Ends on November 2, 2021.

Changes to item purchase and display processes.

New button for linking accounts.

Guiding messages based on survivor count.

PUBG LABS introduces a Halloween-themed Battle Royale mode featuring unique classes and gameplay mechanics.

Players can choose from four distinct classes, each with unique abilities and weapons.

Treasure Chests drop from the sky and contain crafting ingredients, providing an invincibility buff when opened.

Halloween Battle Royale features unique vehicles with adjusted speed and HP for dynamic gameplay.

LABS games do not provide XP or rewards and are not reflected in career stats.

Players start with Level 1 weapons and can upgrade them using class-specific ingredients.

Event runs from October 20 to November 2 with daily missions and rewards.

New Halloween-themed items available in the shop including costume packs and weapon bundles.

Participate in three Special Drops events throughout October for both PC and Console.

Join the spooky season with Halloween-themed updates and events in PUBG: Battlegrounds.

Gain Partner Exclusive drops by watching PUBG partners' streams throughout October.

Explore the Halloween-themed updates on specific parts of Erangel.

Event runs from October 6 to October 19 with daily missions and rewards.

Participate in the Contraband Coupon Event by completing daily missions to earn rewards.

Complete missions such as dealing damage, reviving teammates, and surviving to earn points.

Exchange points for Contraband Coupons as rewards during the event.

The event runs from October 1 to October 10 on PC and Console platforms.

Enhanced UI for Comeback BR to improve player experience.

Changes made to Pochinki to enhance escape routes and cover.

Players can now pick up and carry downed survivors, affecting gameplay dynamics.

Taego and Paramo added to the Ranked map rotation.

New progressive weapon skin available for players to unlock.

Erangel decorated for Halloween with themed weather and items.

New zones that spawn items from other maps, enhancing gameplay variety.

Top speeds of Pony Coupe and Porter vehicles have been reduced.

Players can loot items from breakable pots scattered across the map.

Penalties for players leaving matches during Comeback BR.

The event runs from September 16, 0 AM PDT to September 28, 0 AM PDT.

Participate in the Rabbits on the Moon! event by completing daily missions to earn rewards.

Complete missions such as traveling 600m with a parachute and looting specific items to earn points.

Exchange points for rewards including the B.A.S.A. Casual Hoodie and Contraband Coupons.

Boost items have been removed as all players can now regenerate HP based on movement speed.

Esports shop items will be available from September 8th to October 20th, 2021.

Players can now regenerate health based on their movement speed, including while inside vehicles.

Two events, 'Pick the Winner' and 'Team Face-Off', allow players to earn EP through predictions.

The Pick'em Challenge starts on September 8th, allowing players to predict regional champions and earn EP.

A new bingo event allows players to earn points based on the performance of selected teams during PCS5.

Various PCS5 items including bundles and gear are available for purchase starting September 8th for PC.

A new game mode called LABS: Zone Tag Again has been introduced with various gameplay changes.

LABS will feature Erangel map, sunny weather, FPP & Squad only, with specific player limits.

An Anchor will spawn if the Carrier stays in one area for too long, affecting the Blue Ball.

The overall amount of loot has been increased to ensure players can find enough items during the game.

Boats and Aquarails will spawn, but the Carrier cannot enter water or use them.

The PUBG Esports tab is back, providing information on players, teams, match schedules, and tournament stats starting September 8th for PC.

The final battle for PGC, PCS5 will take place from Sept 16th to Oct 3rd with a total prize pool of $1,000,000.

PCS5 APAC matches scheduled for 9/16-17, 9/23-24, and 9/30-10/1 at 18:00 ICT.

PCS5 Europe matches scheduled for 9/18-19, 9/25-26, and 10/2-3 at 18:00 CEST.

PCS5 Americas matches scheduled for 9/16-17, 9/23-24, and 9/30-10/1 at 16:00 PT.

PCS5 Asia matches scheduled for 9/18-19, 9/25-26, and 10/2-3 at 19:00 KST.

Changes made to encourage faster-paced Comeback BR matches.

Launched the Survivor Pass CRAZY NIGHT with extended service period and new rewards.

Introduced the Porter truck exclusive to Taego, featuring a Trunk System and capacity for four passengers.

Announced sales period for the Contraband Crate with new items.

Added Sunset and Overcast weather options to Taego.

Allows players to load items into the Porter truck's trunk, accessible when not onboard.

Added the P90 SMG to Care Packages with unique 5.7mm High Powered ammo and various attachments.

A throwable grenade that creates a damaging blue zone for a short duration.

Reduced the duration of the first phase of the Blue Zone on Taego.

Added Taego to the Team Deathmatch arena.

Updated the Taego minimap for better visibility of unplayable areas.

Introduced Casual Mode for relaxed gameplay with a maximum of 12 players.

Krafton ID is an integrated account system for Krafton games, enhancing security and providing access to promotional perks.

No personal or game data will be transferred; information linked to PUBG Accounts will be managed by Krafton.

Krafton ID will officially launch on September 8, 2021 (EST).

Existing PUBG Accounts will be automatically converted to Krafton ID without any action required from players.

Participate in the photo contest by posting screenshots with BLACKPINK items for a chance to win G-Coin and BLACKPINK merchandise.

Announcement of the fifth tournament in the PUBG Continental Series, featuring a prize pool and regional matches.

The PCS5 prize pool starts at 1 million USD, with 30% of item sales contributing to the total prize pool.

Sales period for PCS5 items on PC and Console, running from September 8 to October 20, 2021.

Matches for PCS5 will begin on September 16 for the Americas and APAC, followed by Europe and Asia starting on September 18.

The Pick'em Challenge event returns with the PCS5, allowing players to participate and win rewards.

Enjoy unlimited PUBG access during the Free Play Week from August 9 to August 16.

Complete missions to earn exclusive rewards like the Sleeveless Cheetah Top and Utility Belt.

Create and link a Global Account to receive Traditional Glasses (Round) as a reward.

Players can exchange points for summer-themed items like hats and shirts.

Both TPP & FPP modes available, with squad-only gameplay and disabled DBNO and teamkill.

Airplanes now feature a BLACKPINK tail design in various game modes and maps.

A special event with missions to complete for rewards including BLACKPINK themed items.

LABS games do not provide XP or rewards and are not reflected in Career or Match History.

PC event runs from August 4 to August 17; Console event runs from August 12 to August 25.

Earn Survival Coins by killing zombies, which can be used to purchase equipment.

Missions include looting items, reviving teammates, and getting kills for points.

Supply crates will drop with BLACKPINK themed items, and smoke color will change to BLACKPINK concept during the event.

Event runs from August 4 to August 16 for PC and August 12 to August 23 for Console.

Decals featuring BLACKPINK are now available on buildings in Normal Match, Esports Mode, and Ranked modes.

Players must defeat zombies or survive until the end of each stage's time limit to progress.

Players gain scores by killing zombies, viewable on the world map.

A special BLACKPINK LV.3 helmet is available from supply crates during the event.

New character bundles themed after BLACKPINK members including hair, clothing, weapons, and emotes.

Players start with a Deagle, .45 ACP ammo, a Level 3 Backpack, and a Frag Grenade.

A new game mode where players survive against waves of zombies across 10 stages.

BLACKPINK themed elements have been added to various maps including Erangel, Miramar, and Vikendi.

Introduction of the summer event with missions and rewards.

Participate by sharing your gameplay on Taego for a chance to win G-Coin.

New honor-based rewards and RP decay mechanics introduced for ranked players.

Players can experience emergency landings with varying fall heights and damage.

A new Secret Room containing top-tier gear can be accessed using hidden keys.

New crate available for purchase containing weapon skins and upgrade materials.

Increased the number of Care Packages available in each match, allowing more players to loot.

Adjustments made to Sniper Rifles, DMRs, ARs, LMGs, and SMGs for better gameplay balance.

A new upgradable weapon skin with various features and levels.

Geographical improvements and additional cover added to enhance movement flow.

Paramo removed and Karakin added to Normal Matches.

Increased spawn rates for Self AED and added new items like Emergency Pickup and C4.

Earn a special in-game helmet skin as part of the event rewards.

Complete missions such as surviving 30 minutes or reaching top 20 to earn points.

Participate in missions to earn points and win rewards, including a signed helmet.

Players can enter Buff Zones to gain health and speed buffs, with weapon spawns including Frying Pan and Machete.

The player scoring the most goals can transform into Son, gaining speed boosts until the match ends.

TPP only, two 4-man squads, clear weather, no team damage, and DBNO enabled with specific respawn mechanics.

A new soccer-themed mode where players score goals and can transform into Premier League player Son Heung-Min.

Matches consist of two five-minute halves, with overtime if tied. Teams compete to score the most goals.

Access the event page via the Care Package icon in the main lobby.

Players respawn in the Penalty Zone with invincibility for three seconds and can use a Shield to protect their goal.

Five players will win a real-life level 3 helmet signed by Son Heung-min.

Players with Diamond tier or higher will be deducted 100 RP per day if they do not play Ranked at least once a week.

Ranked rewards will be distributed to all eligible players on August 4th on PC and August 12th on Consoles.

Players who reach at least Gold V will receive the Season 12 Ranked Parachute skin. Platinum or higher players will receive a unique Animated Emblem, and Master or higher players will receive an Animated Nameplate.

Honor-based emblems will now be shown on your PUBG ID and displayed to enemies when you successfully take them out.

Complete missions on Taego from July 13 to July 20 to earn additional rewards.

Complete missions on Taego from July 7 to July 13 to earn rewards.

Taego is the newest 8x8 map now available on live servers.

New Survivor Pass themed around Taego with bonus rewards for players reaching level 50.

A second-chance mechanic exclusive to Taego allowing players to re-enter the match after dying in the first Blue Zone phase.

Optimizations to reduce hitching and frame drops during gameplay.

Notifications when friends join the game, available in lobby and matches.

Loot spawn rates increased across various maps in Normal Mode.

Introducing the 8x8 map Taego with diverse terrain, wildlife, and unique points of interest.

A world-loot item that allows players to self-revive when downed, available in Solo and Squad matches.

Various improvements to player stats UI, damage indicators, and HUD.

A feature allowing private messages to friends on the friends list.

Introducing the K2 assault rifle and Mk12 DMR, both exclusive to Taego.

Hyundai's Pony Coupe is now available in Taego, featuring all-wheel drive and unique design.

Players can earn a Level Up Coupon for Survivor Pass: Taego by participating in the event.

Participate in the Taego YouTube Drops event by watching the livestream to earn rewards.

Taego, the newest 8x8 map, is launching soon with new game mechanics.

Participate in the quiz to win the in-game Taego Survivor T-shirt.

Introduction of the new 8x8 map Taego with exclusive gameplay features.

Winners will receive new clothing skins, available for purchase with G-Coin, to be released between July and September 2021.

Winners of the PUBG Fashion Week event have been announced, showcasing creativity in character styles.

Fans can participate in the Pick'em Challenge during the three-week event.

PCS matches will now be held weekly over three weeks with a total of 36 matches per region.

The total prize pool for PCS4 is now 1 Million USD, with 30% of item sales added to it.

The PCS4 event introduces new regional formats and increased prize pool.

Latin America consolidates with North America to form the Americas region.

Significant improvements made to textures and lighting across the Miramar map.

Drive through blue crates to collect a small amount of ammo for your equipped weapon.

New items including Crash Test AKM, Gear Bundle, Costume Set, and more available in the store.

Experience a new way to play on the Battlegrounds with Racing Mode featuring vehicle races on updated Miramar.

Players are invincible for 10 seconds at the start and 5 seconds after respawning to prevent spawn kills.

Racing Mode takes place on two 1-way tracks with static start and finish lines.

Building interiors have been adjusted to enhance gameplay experience.

Earn free voting coupons and EP by watching the tournament and participating in challenges.

LABS games do not provide XP, BP, or count towards Career stats or Survivor Pass missions.

Racing Mode will be available for two weeks, starting with Squads followed by Solo matches.

Newly improved in-game Events Page to showcase ongoing and upcoming events.

Earn Contraband Coupons by participating in the Weapon Skin Upgrade event.

Participate in the El Solitario event to earn exclusive skins by completing daily missions.

Players can choose from Motorcycle, Buggy, Coupe RB, Dirt Bike, and Mirado, each equipped with different weapons.

Checkpoints serve as respawn points; going off-track activates an out of bounds timer.

New armor-piercing sniper rifle added to the game.

The first player to cross the finish line wins the race for their squad, with a match ending 60 seconds after the winner.

Drive through red crates to collect boosts that increase speed; motorcycles and dirt bikes cannot use boosts.

Object clutter has been reduced to improve ease of movement throughout the map.

Bloom effects have been reduced based on player feedback to improve visibility.

A new limited-time Racing Mode will be added to PUBG LABS.

Players can now traverse the updated Miramar landscape using the new Quad vehicle.

The Esports Tab is back, providing information on players, teams, match schedules, and tournament stats.

Participate in the PCS4 Pick'Em Challenge from June 2 to June 24, predicting winners for prizes.

Soccer balls added to pre-match lobbies for player entertainment.

The first new 8x8 Battleground in 3 years, featuring respawn mechanics and new gameplay elements.

Level-up weapon skins with new features and styles.

Improved visual fidelity of textures, added cliffs, and enhanced foliage.

Changes to frequency and cooldown of emergency pickup airplanes.

Right-click context menu added to facilitate additional options.

New items added to the Miramar loot table.

Reduced clutter to improve ease of movement around building entrances.

Allows players to swap kill counter progress between BATTLESTAT skins.

An off-road vehicle designed for two players, with a maximum speed of 110 km/h.

PUBG's first Anti-Materiel Rifle, capable of damaging military equipment and armor.

Showcase of PGI.S winners with jerseys, logos, and trophy display.

A larger remastering of the Miramar map with improved lighting, performance, and graphical fidelity.

Adjustments to prevent reputation decrease due to player reports.

Optimizations to server processing and character spawning.

Enhanced bot behavior including interactions with grenades and cover.

A new 8x8 map planned for late 2021/early 2022, featuring diverse locations and exploration elements.

Significant visual updates including improved lighting and reduced object clutter.

Winners will receive new clothing skins to be released in Q3 2021 as part of the Fashion Week event.

Players can participate in the first-ever PUBG Fashion Week by showcasing their outfits for a chance to win prizes.

Players who played at least 10 Ranked Matches will earn an emblem and nameplate matching their end-of-season rank.

Honor-based emblems will be shown on PUBG ID and visible in Death Cam and to spectators.

Season 11 Ranked rewards will be distributed to eligible players on July 2nd.

Season 11 Ranked Mode will end on June 2nd KST for PC and June 10th KST for Console.

Players reaching Gold V will receive a Season 11 Ranked Parachute skin; Platinum and higher will receive unique Animated Emblems.

New honor-based rewards such as nameplates and emblems will be available for display during the new season.

Top 500 players will receive a unique Animated Emblem and Nameplate, displayed on the LEADERBOARD.

All rewards will be granted automatically at the beginning of the new season.

Bridges widened, cover layout changed, and new catwalks added.

Embraces outfits for work-from-home attire during the pandemic.

All weapons and throwables have a 500% damage increase, creating a one-shot-kill scenario.

LABS games do not provide XP, BP, or count towards Survivor Pass missions.

A new gameplay mode where defeated squadmates automatically rejoin after a 100 second death timer.

Weapon looting has been removed, and players can choose from three different spawn kits.

Details on player count, item spawns, and disabled features for the new mode.

Every shot is lethal but players can respawn if their squad survives.

Recoil increased by 10% to make driveby attacks more challenging.

Players can select from various spawn kits including DBS, AWM, and Crossbow with specific ammunition.

Optimizations for FPS stability and CPU performance.

Enhanced design and functionality for better visibility and usability.

First set of animated nameplates available for purchase.

Major changes to the bridges with additional cover and new defendable positions.

The first Survivor Pass of the season featuring slumber party themed rewards and new missions.

Fixed various issues including administrative actions in custom games and graphical glitches.

In-vehicle weapon recoil increased by 10% to balance vehicle to player gunplay.

Changes to prevent abuse of the report mechanic and speed up reputation improvement.

Several items will be removed from the shop after maintenance on April 29.

Major improvements to the Flash Hider model on the SLR.

The new point system will take effect with PCS4 in June, with some regional matches using different systems.

The new scoring system emphasizes winning matches to enhance the competitive experience.

The winner of the match will be the team who wins the Chicken Dinner, with total kills as a tiebreaker.

Paramo is now part of the normal map rotation, available in all regular queues.

The Mini-14, VSS, and SCAR-L have all seen damage increases this season.

Added 10 new medals to Medal Mastery and new slots to display them on your ID.

A new way to reach the safe zone using a high-altitude balloon for quick transport.

Players can now view killfeed logs and try out new ways to add friends.

Complete missions to earn the Victory Dance Emote.

Mini-14, VSS, and SCAR-L received damage increases, while Beryl and SLR were nerfed.

Spawn rates for all weapons in Ranked Mode increased by 30% - 40% to reduce looting time.

Increased server performance and optimized level streaming to reduce hitching.

Players can now become friends with one another, with a maximum of 300 friends supported.

Players can now display up to two medals on their PUBG ID and customize their profile.

A new Match Log feature allows players to view kill messages and important match information.

The killfeed now uses graphics only, with improved visibility for DBNO and headshot icons.

Winners of PGI.S 2021 are now displayed in the Esports tab.

Sanhok map ratio for TDM has been slightly reduced based on community feedback.

The Paramo map has been reintroduced to Normal and Custom matches with updated terrain.

New Mastery Medals focusing on various combat situations and playstyles have been introduced.

A new Emergency Pickup feature allows players to deploy a Fulton Balloon for quick transport to the safe zone.

Changes to ranked rewards include new emblem usage rules and updated rewards table.

Complete missions to earn the Spectrum Solution M416 and Squad Tag Hoodie.

Celebrate PUBG's 4th Anniversary with special missions and giveaways.

Participate by posting a screenshot with winning Graffiti Contest entries for a chance to win 1,000 G-Coin.

LABS gameplay does not provide XP, count towards Career stats, or Survivor Pass missions.

Firearms, melee weapons, and throwables have doubled damage to shorten time-to-kill.

No player HUD, mini-map, compass, or kill feed; only health bar displayed.

Top 500 players in each region will receive a special emblem to commemorate their achievement.

Players reaching Gold V tier or higher will receive an exclusive Mirado skin.

Upcoming changes to the overall Ranked Season timetable starting with Season 11.

Players reaching Diamond V tier or higher will receive an exclusive Parachute skin.

Details on rewards for Season 10 ranked players, including exclusive skins and emblems.

Emblems will now be shown on players' PUBG IDs and visible in death cams and spectator screens.

The Blue Zone behaves normally but signals phases with flares and does standard damage.

A new mode with minimal UI to enhance immersion and a dusk setting for increased stealth gameplay.

Graffiti designs from contest winners will be featured in the game, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.

Winners receive 40,000 G-Coin and merchandise, while 35 finalists receive 10,000 G-Coin each.

Five winners will have their designs added to Erangel, Miramar, and Vikendi, available from March 10th to April 28th on PC and March 18th to May 6th on Console.

A new Survival Tournament will take place from March 5th to 7th, featuring a unique scoring system based on kills and placement.

Total prize pool of $60,000 with rewards for the top four teams.

Players can vote on the winner of the tournament for a chance to win up to 50,000 EP.

Matches will be held in TPP on Erangel with special bluezone timers and increased bluezone damage.

Includes 2 voting coupons.

Includes 2 voting coupons.

Includes 11 voting coupons.

Includes 2 voting coupons.

New PGI.S items available for purchase in the esports shop starting Feb 27th.

Includes 2 voting coupons.

Includes 2 voting coupons.

Entering water, small islands, and rooftops will detach the ball and cause damage to the player.

LABS games do not provide XP, do not count towards Career, and do not affect Survivor Pass missions.

The ball grants a boost to the player's squad and drags the blue zone with it.

Zone Tag mode available from February 9th – 15th for PC and February 23rd – March 1st for Console.

Land vehicles spawn at all points, are invulnerable to damage, and provide unlimited ammo while inside.

A new gameplay mode where players compete to hold a ball that influences the blue zone's location.

Resolved issues where controller navigation in inventory was not functioning correctly.

AFK players will be removed from Training Mode with a 10 second warning.

Fixed outdated key guide and incorrect sound effects for emotes in the menu.

Changes made to reputation penalties for exiting matches in Normal and Ranked modes.

Multiple optimizations made to improve overall game performance.

G-Coin messaging improved to clarify bonus G-Coin on purchases.

Fixed various clipping issues with character outfits and accessories.

Overall lighting improved on Karakin, giving each area a unique feel.

Players can now sync emotes with teammates within a 15 meter radius.

Players can select between original and remastered weapon sounds for M249, M416, Kar98k, and SKS.

Resolved issues where respawns wouldn't work correctly in Team Deathmatch.

Implementation of quarantine and safety measures for participants to ensure a safe tournament environment.

Introduction of the PGI.S, an 8-week esports festival with a $3.5 million prize pool, running from February 2nd to March 28th, 2021.

Details on the tournament structure including Weekly Survival and Weekly Finals with specific match formats and prize distribution.

The Pick'em Challenge returns for PGI.S, allowing players to predict winners and earn prizes.

The Esports Tab is now open for players to check and purchase PGI.S items.

Earn free voting coupons and EP by watching PGI.S live broadcasts.

A new set of PGI.S items is available for sale, with 30% of sales revenue supporting teams.

Predict the winner of the 32-team event match for a chance to earn EP.

Predict the top 4 teams in the Weekly Final to earn Esports Points (EP).

Choose teams for Weekly Kill Point MVP or Chicken Dinner to earn EP.

Map features like zoom option and markers will revert to default at the start of a new round.

Testing of Third-Person Perspective (TPP) gameplay in Arena Mode.

The esports tab has been unlocked for players to read about participating teams and prepare for the Pick'em Challenge.

Introduction of the upgraded Arena Mode with new features and improvements.

Replaced the default P1911 pistol with the P18C, which has an auto fire mode.

Players can now use a selection of vehicle emotes while in the air on the Dirt Bike.

Adjusted ammo amounts, increased helmet price, and added attachments starting from Round Four.

Players can watch PGI.S matches in the PUBG client or while in their own matches on display screens throughout the maps.

Players in spectate mode can now report others for cheating or misconduct.

Added message to inform players they are still in the game after losing a round.

Disabled kill feed messages from other arenas to reduce confusion.

A new vintage two-seater vehicle that can reach speeds up to 150 km/h, available on Erangel, Miramar, and Sanhok.

Reduced points for kills from 150 to 100 and adjusted end of round points.

A system to assign players a Reputation Level from 0-5 based on behavior.

Multiple fixes including issues with pass missions and ghillie suit visibility.

Stacked notifications and expiration alerts for items and currency.

Resolved audio problems with UMP-45 and duplicate sounds in the customize screen.

Special weather setting for the LABS: Thermal Scope Mode.

Introducing the Coupe RB, a vintage sportscar with a top speed of 150 km/h.

Teams from around the world compete in the PGI.S tournament with live displays in-game.

Players can now open purchased crates directly from the purchase confirmation screen.

Reduced physics calculation costs and improved FPS stability.

Updated penalties for leaving Ranked Mode matches under certain conditions.

Fixed various clipping and display issues with character skins and items.

No BP or XP rewards, and LABS gameplay does not count towards Career or Survivor Pass missions.

A new attachment that detects infrared rays to help players find obscured enemies.

Resolved multiple UI issues including incorrect RP changes and loading problems.

Available from January 7, 14:00 KST to January 11, 16:00 KST for both PC and Console.

Added 6 new stunt emotes that can be triggered mid-air on the Dirt Bike.

Fixed clipping issues in various buildings and environments.