What changed in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS in 2022

Claim exclusive Kingmaker skins and items as part of the December Prime Gaming rewards.

Detailed instructions on how to claim rewards through Amazon Prime Gaming.

Launch of the 2022 Fan Art Contest focused on creating a Level 3 Helmet design.

Public voting for the contest will take place from February 9, 2023, to February 23, 2023.

The winner of the contest will be announced on February 28, 2023.

Submissions for the contest open from December 22, 2022, to January 19, 2023.

Submissions for the training event are open from December 15 to December 30.

Participate in a 2-week training course in Vikendi to capture and upload moments for a chance to win G-COIN.

300 trainees will be selected to receive 1,000 G-COIN as a reward for their submissions.

Meet LINE FRIENDS characters BROWN, CONY, SALLY, CHOCO, and more in a winter-themed area at Paradise Resort.

Purchase LINE FRIENDS themed costumes and items, including a Mega Bundle and individual character sets.

Participate in the LINE FRIENDS Bingo event by completing daily missions to earn rewards.

LOST_VODKA_ is announced as the final winner of the Fan Art Contest: LOOT, receiving $10,000 and other prizes.

Last Store update of the year with new items and skins.

Esports skins and bundles related to PUBG Global Championship 2022 are available.

New Flurry P90 Value Pack introduced for players to purchase.

New items including Colored Smoke Grenades added to Contraband Crates.

The new Survivor Pass: Vikendi Reborn has arrived, featuring missions and rewards.

New skins for Smoke Grenades in Contraband Crates, featuring orange, purple, and azure colors.

Collect materials and craft end-of-year gifts through daily missions.

Daily login rewards for new and returning players, including exclusive items.

Daily login rewards and bonuses for the New Year celebration.

Receive exclusive rewards by watching Partner live streams.

Complete daily missions to earn a festive hat and other rewards.

350 winners selected to receive 1,500 G-COIN as part of the event.

PUBG X Dead by Daylight mode remains available in Custom Match until December 8.

FPP queue for Solo, Duo, and Squad no longer available in KR/JP regions.

Improvements made for more flexible vehicle navigation on the ferry and pier.

LINE FRIENDS characters celebrate the holidays in Sanhok.

Adjustments made to certain vehicles for better gameplay balance.

New fuel pumps introduced in Vikendi for vehicle refueling and explosive gameplay.

Vikendi has been expanded from a 6x6km map to an 8x8km map with new environments.

Snowmobile returns with improved speed and shooting capabilities.

Overall colors and topography of Vikendi adjusted based on community feedback.

New transportation system with Cable Cars available in Vikendi.

New utility items and ascenders added to Vikendi for enhanced gameplay.

New system allowing players to respawn during matches with multiple opportunities.

A new area holding high value items has been added in the northwest of Vikendi.

Players can now use crowbars to interact with various map objects.

Issue with Secret Room Key not opening rooms in Taego and Paramo confirmed.

Train noise has been reduced by approximately 30%.

Public voting for the top five designs in the Fan Art Contest based on the Level 2 Backpack is now open.

Winner receives $10,000 and five finalists receive 50,000 G-Coin. Voters earn an in-game Spray reward.

Voting period runs from November 23 to December 7, with winner announcement on December 12.

Participate in the event for a chance to win an autographed soccer ball by Neymar Jr. by completing daily missions.

Complete daily missions to earn points and receive rewards including Neymar Jr.'s Shirt and Helmet (Level 3).

Log in daily for 10 days to receive various rewards including Adventure Shoes, Pants, and Jacket.

Participate in the Special Drops event with Neymar Jr. and earn rewards by completing missions.

Complete daily missions to earn Supply Loot Cache rewards.

Complete daily missions to earn points for Neymar Jr. themed rewards including a Helmet and Shirt.

Includes Neymar Jr. appearance, backpack, sprays, and emote.

Includes Forever's Bundle and individual items.

New stealth-themed outfit set with various items.

Special promotion offering double G-COIN bundles.

New weapon skins for Beryl M762 and Mini14.

Final sale for Spring-themed items.

Personalized shop with discounted goods.

New emotes available for a limited time.

Improvements to client performance and hitches by switching vehicle simulations to server-side.

Fixed various clipping issues with clothing items on characters.

Fixed awkward size of fist icon on kill feed when a player dies from punches.

Fixed the issue of Airboat exploding after colliding with a fence during high ping.

Fixed Death Cam not showing the UAZ a player was on when they die after the UAZ’s wheels explode.

Weight reduced, vehicle speed increased, grenade and weapon damage thresholds adjusted, installation time halved, and durability UI added.

Fixed the button not working on the screen of banned players.

Improved matchmaking system for Normal Matches to focus on individual MMR rather than team average.

Fixed key guide for heal items showing up when a player gets knocked out.

Collaborative objects such as billboards, building decorations, soccer balls, and Care Packages with Neymar Jr. have been added to every map.

Fixed self-healing not being canceled properly when the Killer carries a knocked out Survivor.

Fixed Death Cam showing incorrect location when a player gets off a vehicle.

Fixed certain item tier colors not showing up after moving to another tab on Console.

Fixed issue of items spawning in Custom Match when their spawn rates are set to 0.

Fixed navigation to incorrect screen after pressing notification message on obtaining emblems/nameplates.

Fixed Rich Presence not showing correct status when spectating a player that killed them.

Fixed Ranked tier icon disappearing after returning to lobby from Stats page.

Fixed issue with parties not working properly after the party leader invites a member through Discord.

Fixed awkward texture issues on certain costumes and items.

Default health of the Food Truck decreased from 3000 to 2500.

Increased spawn rates for UAZ and Dacia on Erangel; decreased for Aquarail, Buggy, and Boat. Miramar's Pickup and Mirado spawn rates increased.

Fixed incorrect text showing in Team Deathmatch weapon select window.

Updated lobby button designs, news/event page, and ranked leaderboard design.

Fixed issue of Instant Volume Reducer applying to a different match.

Fixed the issue of awkward perspective when a player carrying a knocked out teammate gets knocked out.

Fixed item icon not showing up in Customize on Console.

Fixed the issue of entering rocks after deploying an Emergency Pickup.

Fixed issue of teammates immediately reviving when a player tries to carry them while prone.

Fixed Scarecrow Gloves hindering field of view in ADS mode with certain weapons.

Added tab menu to Settings, reduced options displayed per page, and improved UI layout.

Fixed background not showing for certain item set previews in Customize – Utility.

Fixed issue of certain accounts being unable to join Ranked through a friend invite.

Fixed various collision, texture, performance, and general issues in Deston and Miramar.

Fixed the generator’s repair complete sound effect not playing under certain conditions.

Reduced the maximum number of small Care Packages in Taego from 15 to 10.

Increased the number of saved presets in Custom Matches from 10 to 50.

300 players selected to receive 1,000 G-Coin as part of the lobby customization event.

Submissions can be made from October 26 to November 7 for PST, and November 8 for CEST and KST.

Winners will be announced on November 30 for PST, and December 1 for CEST and KST.

Participate in the Mission Complete Event to earn rewards and a chance to win G-COIN.

Instructions on how to participate in the mission event and claim rewards.

Participate in missions during the PUBG X Dead by Daylight event to earn exclusive rewards.

A new collaborative mode where players can take on the roles of Survivors or the Killer in a unique gameplay experience.

New outfits and bundles related to Dead by Daylight available in the store.

Detailed mechanics for both Survivors and the Killer, including states, items, and objectives.

New item available for purchase with Scrap.

New collaboration with CN Partner Pigff including a bundle and individual items.

New PUBG Global Championship 2022 skins available for purchase.

Collaborative emote with Bali Bandits leaving soon.

New collaboration with NA Partner HollywoodBob including a bundle and individual items.

New emote series featuring the girl group Momoland.

New weapon skin available through the Contraband Crate.

Last chance to purchase PUBG Continental Series 7 goods with Esports Points.

Public voting for the Fan Art Contest will take place from November 24, 2022, to December 8, 2022.

Submissions for the Fan Art Contest open from October 6, 2022, to November 3, 2022.

Announcing the start of the 2022 Fan Art Contest themed around designing a Level 2 Backpack.

The winner of the Fan Art Contest will be announced on December 13, 2022.

New sunset weather option available in Normal and Custom Matches.

Horizontal recoil control increased from +15% to +20%, sway control (firing) reduced from +5% to 0%.

Increased handgun reload duration by 50% and handgun recoil by 20% while driving.

Deston has been added to the Normal Match pool, replacing Miramar.

Preset slots now shown as tabs, with improved preview functionality.

Scopes 8x and higher can now be attached to M16A4 and Mk47 Mutant.

Blue Zone damage received by Jammer Pack increased by 27%.

Weapon recoil increased from 10% to 20% for passengers in vehicles.

Carry feature can now be used with Limited Interact keys, with various bug fixes.

Phase 1 radius increased by 30%, start delay changed from 150s to 180s.

Vertical recoil control increased from +15%. Sway control (firing) reduced from +15% to 0%.

Vertical recoil control increased from +5% to +8%, ADS speed increased from +30% to +40%.

New flags, billboards, and decorations added to Erangel, Taego, and Miramar.

Sway control (firing) increased by +20%, initial shot recoil control increased by +40%.

New competitive season starts with leaderboard reset.

Corrected item name display in Japanese language setting.

Resolved discrepancy between displayed and actual number of online friends.

Vertical and horizontal recoil control increased, sway control (firing) reduced from -15% to -5%.

Added 3 reticle types for the 4x Scope, selectable via Page Up, Page Down.

Plans to enhance communication regarding gunplay development and updates.

Adjustments to grips and scopes to enhance gameplay and balance.

Players can customize their lobbies and participate in a social media event to win G-Coins.

The M416 rollback, requested by the community, has been applied.

5.56mm DMRs received significant stat increases to compete with 7.62mm guns.

Introduction of new guns and play mechanics to diversify gameplay.

The theme for future gunplay development is set as diversity and opportunity, aiming to enhance player choices.

Players can now customize their lobbies with favorite vehicle and weapon skins.

Plans to improve SMGs, shotguns, and pistols to enhance their usage in gameplay.

Permanent bans have been placed on accounts involved in chargeback fraud related to G-Coin transactions.

The tournament will feature a Group Stage, Winners Bracket, Losers Bracket, and Grand Finals.

Details about the PUBG Global Championship 2022, including tournament structure and prize pool.

The total prize pool for PGC 2022 is set at 2 million USD, distributed based on final results.

30% of profits from PGC 2022 item sales will be distributed to participating teams based on their final rank.

The MVP of the tournament will receive an additional prize of $10,000.

Announcement of live broadcasts for PCS7 across multiple languages and regions.

Details on where to watch the PCS7 Global English feed including Twitch and YouTube links.

List of regional broadcasting channels and schedules for PCS7 across various regions including Asia, Americas, and Europe.

New Epic weapon skins including Stinger and Over the Rainbow series are now available.

Obtain a rowdy AWM skin and bonus G-COIN with the new Hit & Run Value Pack.

Unlock missions and obtain costumes and Workshop materials with the new Crafter Pass: McLaren.

New Burning Chicken Festival outfit sets and items are now in the store.

The 'Noble Steed' Motorbike is now available for purchase with BP.

New MIXI Gaming Set and individual items are now available.

Show support for PUBG Continental Series 7 with fresh Esports bundles.

New emote based on the choreography of the song 'Hey Mama' is now available.

Event runs from September 1, 2022, 0 AM PDT to September 14, 2022, 0 AM PDT.

New system for equipping special vehicle skins with unique effects.

A new system for equipping vehicle skins has been implemented, allowing players to choose Basic and Special Skins.

Reduced Deston's matchmaking rate from 40% to 20% to balance map play frequency.

McLaren vehicle skins are now available for purchase as Special Skins.

Fixed the bug of being able to equip both the Lucha Royale Mask and glasses items at the lobby.

Removed the guarantee statement for Set Imprint from the McLaren Prime Parcel.

Fixed the speed bug of the Coupe RB when equipped with the McLaren vehicle skin.

Introduced a new Food Truck vehicle that can carry up to 4 passengers and features unique gameplay elements.

Added a shoot indicator in AI Training Matches to help new players adapt.

Added a time-of-day weather feature that progresses through different weather states during matches in Deston.

Introduced a new Limited Interact keybinding for simultaneous interactions.

Fixed the issue of different total kills being shown in Profile and Mastery.

A special event with missions to earn points for rewards celebrating the McLaren GT launch.

Fixed the incorrect font use in the Custom Spawn Kit menu in Team Deathmatch.

Enhanced player animation presentation for a more immersive experience while retaining existing timings.

The McLaren GT has been added to PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, featuring customization options.

A new Crafter Pass featuring McLaren items will be available for purchase with various rewards.

Spawn Tool now automatically appears in Training Mode for better accessibility.

Introduced a new Heavy Stock item that provides stability with reduced recoil for various weapons.

New keybindings for equipping vehicle skins have been established, requiring players to adjust their settings.

Special containers spawning McLaren vehicles will be available at match starting points for three months.

Updated rewards for Tutorial missions due to changes in BP Random Crates availability.

Various optimizations including additional cover, loot, and gameplay traversals added to Deston.

Fixed the bug of character disappearing and screen stuttering when changing language in Training Mode lobby.

Item categories on the Wardrobe and Vehicle pages are now displayed directly for easier navigation.

Event runs from August 24, 2022, 0 AM PDT to September 6, 2022, 0 AM PDT.

Complete daily missions to collect points and exchange them for rewards.

Winners will receive 1,000 G-COIN and a Deston Tour Spray, with distribution expected by August 20 UTC.

Winners of the Deston Summer Tour Event have been announced, with 500 participants receiving rewards.

Celebratory skins for the PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Global Championship 2021 champions, NewHappy.

Introduction of a new progressive weapon skin for the M24 with various rewards.

New skins and items for the CN PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Partner 180cm.

Release of the Over the Rainbow Contraband Crate with new items.

New skins and items themed around Assassin’s Creed including costumes and a parachute.

New Bunny Academy themed skins and items for the Thanksgiving 2022 event.

Several in-game Assassin costumes are now available for purchase at the Store.

Automatically scans for enemies and displays their locations.

A fully automatic SMG that spawns on the map and uses 9mm ammo.

Adjusted item spawn rates and numbers to improve looting experience.

New customization options for lobby backgrounds and displayed skins.

Enhanced localization for better understanding in Basic Training.

A new vehicle with a functional top mounted light and siren, spawns in Deston.

A new bundle featuring costumes, backpack skins, emotes, and sprays is available for purchase.

Fixed movement bugs for bots transitioning from water to land.

Sales for Assassin's Creed items will run from August 16 to September 20 for PC and September 21 for Console.

A portable shield that can be installed for cover.

A temporary facility of Abstergo Industries has been established in Haven, introducing new gameplay elements.

New ranked season with rewards based on previous tier.

Earn PUBG PUNCH Spray, Classic Care Spray, and Hunter’s Chest by watching streams for specified durations.

Participate in the Partner Drops event to earn rewards by watching streams.

Players must create and link a KRAFTON account to participate in Partner Drops.

Claim your sixth Premium Supply Pack containing a doggy tee, G-COIN, and more.

Rewards available from July 26, 4 PM PDT to August 25, 4 PM PDT.

Includes Dash Doberman Tee, Silver G-Coin Box, Contraband Coupon x10, and Polymer x30.

Participate in the Deston Summer Tour by exploring areas in Deston and sharing your experiences on social media for a chance to win prizes.

Winners of the Deston Summer Tour will be announced on August 19, 12 AM PDT.

500 random winners will receive 1,000 G-COIN and a Deston Tour spray.

The event runs from July 23, 12 AM PDT to August 4, 11:59 PM PDT.

Log in daily for ten days to receive rewards exclusive to console players.

Another chance to earn two Hunter’s Chests in this week’s event.

Play the new map Deston, clear missions, and earn rewards exclusive to the event.

Earn rewards that can be used in the Workshop by completing missions during the event.

Clear all missions in this two-week event to get four Hunter’s Chests.

Access the game daily to earn a permanent Summer Surf – Mini14 skin. Daily check-ins are required to maintain event progress.

Check-in daily and play for at least 30 minutes to earn Survival Points for in-game rewards.

Your Shop with discounted goods is back.

New fashionable swimwear items added to the store.

New Partner skin bundle available for purchase.

New Partner skin bundle featuring Pigff.

New map and missions available with Survivor Pass: Deston.

Charms can now be purchased with BP at the Store.

New value pack featuring the AUG and bonus G-COIN.

New Gold Leaf series weapon skins added to the Contraband Crate.

New emote in collaboration with Bali Bandits.

New areas in Deston that can only be accessed by Drones.

Allows vertical traversal on the map, enabling players to ascend and descend quickly without fall damage.

Introducing items that trigger special in-game interactions in Deston, including Ascender Attachment and Utility Parachute.

Unlock high-tier items by using Security Keys on Security Doors found throughout Deston.

Refuel vehicles at Fuel Pumps located throughout Deston, which can also explode.

The 9th new map featuring diverse biomes including a flooded downtown, murky swamp, and more.

Implementation of a new solution to monitor and reduce false bans issued to innocent players.

Working on improving internal logic to recognize hacked accounts and block suspected ones.

Reinforcement of penalties for account sharing and creation of multiple accounts, leading to permanent bans.

Ongoing development of Zakynthos using machine learning to better detect cheat programs.

Reinforcement of measures to make it difficult for cheat developers and cheaters to operate.

Special events including a Live Q&A, PUBG Dev vs PUBG Partners match, and rewards for viewers.

Viewers can earn Contraband Coupons and the Deston Emblem by watching the live stream.

Upcoming new 8x8 map Deston will be introduced in a live stream on June 25.

Revised terms regarding personal information and submission rights for the Fan Art Contest.

Five finalists will receive 50,000 G-COIN each by June 30 UTC.

RoccoNro's design will be created as an in-game shoe skin and added to the game early next year.

Winners of the Duck Rider Challenge have been announced, with rewards including B.Duck spray and weapon skins.

Participants in the Duck Rider Challenge will receive B.Duck spray and five B.Duck weapon skins as rewards.

Viewers can receive free Esports Points by watching official PUBG Twitch broadcasts during the tournament.

Players can participate in a bingo game during the tournament for a chance to earn free Esports Points.

Players can cast their votes from June 8th to June 17th for the Pick'em Challenge.

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

The unlockable skin levels for the Darkest Depths - Beryl M762 have been adjusted.

New items including the PNC 2022 All-in-one Bundle and various Hotstreak gear are available for purchase.

The Pick'em Challenge for the PUBG Nations Cup starts on June 8th, allowing players to vote for their favorite teams.

The PUBG esports tab is back, providing information about the PNC 2022 tournament and promotions.

A new fantasy league allows players to build teams and earn points based on player performance in PNC 2022.

New contraband crate featuring the Darkest Depths - Beryl M762 skin is now available.

New skins and items related to the PUBG Nations Cup 2022 are now available for purchase.

Reminder for the end dates of certain items and skins in the store.

Sales periods for various new items and skins have been detailed.

New partner skin set featuring LATAM Partner Netenho is now available.

New partner skin set featuring CN Partner SanYang is now available.

New Vigilante themed items and collections are now available in the store.

New High Noon themed items and costumes are now available in the store.

Vikendi has been swapped out for Paramo in Normal Matches.

The unlockable Progressive weapon skin levels have been adjusted.

Fixed clipping issue when equipping certain mask items.

Original Sanhok map returns to Arcade Mode with updated ratios.

New terrain features and vehicle spots added to Paramo.

New features including nickname display and leaver penalty.

Spawn rates for various items have been adjusted to improve balance.

Mission list for Special Drops and events can now be checked in-game.

Fixed awkward text arrangement when viewed in Traditional/Simplified Chinese.

Paradise Resort and Docks added to TDM Presets.

In-game model of M24 updated, affecting skins and patterns.

Improvements made to Rich Presence display on various platforms.

Ranked Season 18 has started with new rewards.

Changes made to XP earning mechanics for looting items.

Explore the Spring collection of outfits and accessories.

Test your luck with the reopening of Your Shop.

Obtain certain PCS6 items with Esports Points in the Esports Point Shop.

Event runs from May 19, 12 AM PDT to May 31, 12 AM PDT.

Participate in the Duck Rider Challenge by landing on B.Ducks in Sanhok and sharing your screenshot/video for a chance to win rewards.

Winners will be announced on June 7, 12 AM PDT.

Adjusted weapon position during sprinting for better visibility and added intensity to weapon movement.

Increased visibility of weapon handling and reloading animations to enhance player engagement with weapon skins.

Added weight to character movements during speed changes for a more realistic feel.

Improved melee attack animations to reduce jitter and create a more powerful action feel.

Updated character animations to reflect intensity and tension in gameplay, enhancing the player's experience.

The emote is leaving the Store very soon.

Turn yourself into B.Duck and try going for a swim with the rubber duck.

Dress your AWM with the Cyber Threat skin and pick up some bonus G-COIN.

Dominate PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS and the galaxy with the new Survivor Pass.

New weapon skins available in the Contraband Crate.

Complete your dream as an Explorer with new outfit sets.

Increased recoil recovery for MK12 to enhance stability.

Significant adjustments to the Spotter Scope's enemy detection and scanning mechanics.

Vikendi returns to Normal Matches, replacing Haven.

Players can now teleport within the training grounds using the World Map.

Damage increased from 47 to 48 for the Mini 14.

New area for 1v1 matches added to Training Mode.

Adjusted colors in Miramar and other maps for a more realistic atmosphere.

Mortar can now be deployed on various terrains and takes up an inventory slot.

The bot ratio has been reduced to improve player experience, addressing community feedback on bot prevalence.

Decision made to keep the 10+ tier gap restriction in Ranked Mode to ensure fair matchmaking.

Detailed explanation on the challenges of implementing map selection due to player distribution and matchmaking concerns.

Announcement regarding the ongoing development of enhanced graphics options for consoles, targeting improved performance and visuals.

Details on how to submit designs and voting process for the fan art contest.

Winner receives $5,000 and finalists receive 50,000 G-Coin each.

Players can submit sneaker designs for a chance to create an official PUBG skin and vote for their favorites.

Nickel G-Coin Boxes will be automatically granted from May 25 UTC to May 29 UTC.

Participate in the Save the Newbies campaign to earn in-game rewards by teaming up with newbies or experts.

Newbies will receive the Survivor-in-Training Hoodie by April 22, 7 AM UTC.

Players can earn Nickel G-Coin Boxes by making kills or assists with newbies or winning matches during the campaign.

Victory Dance – The Magic Bomb emote available for 600 G-COIN.

Includes 10000DAYS’ Bundle and individual items like Top and Shorts.

Includes multiple items such as RASH BeiXi’s Mega Bundle and various costume sets.

New weapon skins including Cyber Threat – Mk12 and SLR available in the Contraband Crate.

Last chance to purchase animated nameplates before they expire.

Collaborative emote with Korean singer, XIA available for 600 G-COIN.

Reminder for the expiration of Sweet Threads items on April 26.

Includes KimBlue Bundle and individual items like Onesie and Pan.

Includes SHAKA’s Bundle and individual items like Onesie and SCAR-L.

Includes Bunny Express Warehouse Set, Delivery Set, and various individual items.

Introduction of four Partner skins, a collaborative emote, and new Contraband Crate releases.

Detailed broadcasting channels for various regions including Asia, Americas, and Europe.

Introduction of a Global (English) feed for PCS6 available on Twitch and YouTube.

Announcement of the PUBG Continental Series 6 with broadcasting schedules and talent line-up.

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

Fixed aim accuracy exceeding 100% in Training Mode.

Rewards for APAC/AM can be claimed starting April 26th, and for ASIA/EU starting May 10th.

Tactical Pack can no longer store other Tactical Gear.

The PCS6 Pick'em Challenge will begin on May 15th, allowing players to support their favorite teams.

Sales for PCS6 items will run from March 16th to May 6th for PC and from March 24th to May 6th for Console.

New weapon categories added for ACE32 and Mk12 in Customize.

Introducing the ACE32, a 7.62mm Assault Rifle with low recoil.

Resolved issue of Deploy Parachute interaction not working at high altitude.

Voting for APAC/AM starts on April 6th and ends on April 22nd; ASIA/EU starts on April 25th and ends on May 6th.

The PUBG esports tab is back, providing information about the ongoing PCS6 tournament and items.

A new Pick & Go Bingo game allows players to earn points by predicting team performances during matches.

Resolved occasional issue of vehicles spawning buried in the ground.

Resolved various collision and texture issues in Erangel.

Sanhok reverts to its original appearance with key landmarks restored.

Bots now properly recognize and interact with Drones.

New bundles and items including PCS6 Mega Bundle, Weapon & Parachute Bundle, and more are available.

New rewards and items introduced for Ranked matches.

Introduction of the Ezqelusia Bundle and individual items for purchase.

Participate in a test to discover your play style and receive rewards like a PUBG BATTLEGROUNDS Spray.

New collaborative skins and items from NieR:Automata and NieR Replicant.

Your Shop is back with personalized special offers.

Enhancements to Training Mode including 1vs1 training ground and fast travel.

A new 8x8 map featuring diverse environments is set to debut in Q3.

New vehicle and mechanics to enhance gameplay in the Kiki map.

Reducing inconvenience in gameplay without affecting core mechanics.

Improvements to the Weapon Mastery system to enhance player progression.

Adjustments to overly advantageous areas in Paramo for better balance.

A new 7.62mm Assault Rifle is being developed to enhance weapon variety.

Sanhok will return to its original version based on player feedback.

A grand remake of Vikendi is planned to improve gameplay and features.

Planned overhaul of Arcade Mode to add new game types and rewards.

Item sales for PCS6 will run from March 16th to May 6th for PC and from March 24th to May 6th for Console.

Total prize pool of $1 million USD, split evenly across four regions with additional crowdfunding from item sales.

Players can participate in the Pick'em Challenge to earn EPs and contribute to the prize pool.

Introduction of the PCS6 tournament with matches starting on April 15th for APAC and AMERICAS, and April 29th for EUROPE and ASIA.

Participate in the Special Drops event to complete missions and earn unique rewards.

Claim the Premium Supply Pack #2 which includes various in-game items.

Introduction of new items including PCS6 bundles and individual items available for purchase.

New Survivor Pass: Punk Wave available for purchase with various rewards.

Launch of the Hardcore Hitman Value Pack for purchase.

New Zodiac Killer series weapon skins available in the Contraband Crate.

The term 'Defeat' has been changed to 'Kills' for clarity in XP Count.

Charms will be moved under the Customization menu, providing a Weapon Skin-like UI.

Charms will no longer be provided as Mastery Rewards and can now be acquired with BP or other means.

The UI will display weapons in kill order and show detailed stats like total headshots and time spent.

A Weapon Nameplate representing the player's Expert Level will be displayed in the kill message.

Weapon Mastery records will be reorganized for each weapon, providing advanced stats instead of simple accumulations.

Players can reset their level at 100 to gain an Expert Level, earning a medal and upgraded Weapon Nameplate.

Changes made to improve balance and escape routes in Karakin.

Haven is now included in the Normal Matches rotation.

Bots added to Haven to simulate enemy players.

Enhanced UI and adjustments to XP earning for a better experience.

Special decorations added to Erangel and Taego for the fifth anniversary.

A new Tactical Gear that allows players to store various items and weapons.

Increased spawn rates for ARs, DMRs, SRs, and scopes; decreased for shotguns and handguns.

A private practice area for shooting and sound play.

Increased spawn rates for ARs, DMRs, SRs, and scopes to improve looting experience.

Red smoke from Care Packages will no longer be affected by Colorblind Mode.

A new mid-range scouting Tactical Gear that marks enemies and provides distance information.

New Sweet Threads themed sets and individual items have been introduced.

Collaborative items with streamer J0 including a bundle and individual items.

Emote Victory Dance 43 will be leaving the shop soon.

A new emote based on the viral Samsara dance video by Jane Kim has been added.

Announcement regarding the temporary closure of Your Shop.

Reminder for the end of sales for Jeremy Lin's collaborative items.

New Contraband Crate featuring various weapon skins.

Reminder for end dates of various items and skins including the Tiger 2022 set.

New weapon skins including Tiger Hunter series for Kar98k and SLR.

10,000 G-Coin will be delivered to the winners' accounts after the announcement.

Winners will receive prizes including Alienware x15, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and Razer Kraken V3 Hyper Sense.

New items themed around professional player GodV available for purchase.

Announcement of winners for the Bonus Reward from the free-to-play events.

Fixed collision, texture, performance, and general issues in Taego.

Fixed overlapping UI issue after reading Reputation Level description in Social page.

Fixed issue of receiving unknown damage near Go Dok, Taego when driving a three-wheeled motorcycle.

Fixed issue of players dying while looting items through the Inventory while using a Self-AED.

Fixed awkward animation when reviving a knocked out teammate after carrying multiple knocked out players.

Fixed broken text issue for game perspective option in Ranked when language is set to Spanish.

Fixed flickering foliage and slow loading speed issue in Erangel.

Fixed issue of character's armpit turning transparent when using emotes with certain jacket items.

Fixed spawn spots for the Porter added to Taego in Ranked Matches.

Blue Zone visibility issue fixed in Bootcamp, Sanhok (Team Deathmatch).

Reduced brightness of Jeremy Lin - AKM skin's Dot Sight/Magazine.

Fixed issue of being able to carry more than one knocked out player.

New Ranked season starts with rewards based on Season 15 performance.

Fixed missing teammate UI issue when entering map from Inventory screen.

Removed unnecessary in-game assets, widgets, sounds, and animations to enhance stability and loading speed.

Fixed flickering poster issue in Taego.

Fixed clipping issue when equipping certain helmet items with eye accessory items.

Fixed issue in Basic Training where players could only complete the shooting mission in ADS mode.

Fixed menu popping up on the left when clicking player's nickname from chat.

Fixed disappearing Sandbox logo issue when turning UI off and on in Sandbox Mode.

Fixed dark main lobby issue when the plane's door closes.

Fixed issue of DBNO messages appearing to players outside a specific range.

Fixed issue of being unable to zoom in/out in item previews after opening chat in Store.

Karakin map returns to normal matches as Vikendi is removed.

Fixed issue of Drone icon's pointer pointing the wrong way on Minimap and World Map.

Fixed issue of players momentarily seeing two obtained Ranked Season 13 parachute rewards in Inventory.

M416 damage increased from 40 to 41, initial bullet speed increased from 780m/s to 880m/s, and damage drop-off range increased from 50m to 60m.

Bots can now move from water to land.

Fixed menu popping up on the left when clicking Profile button in main lobby.

Fixed missing game rating on bottom left of System Menu.

Emote Shortcut setting now includes the option to activate spray items.

Fixed issue of El Solitario Wolf Bodysuit's color appearing abnormal in-game.

Screen ping marker now correctly marks the intended location instead of the vehicle.

Fixed texture issue of PCS5 Squad Wipe Vest (Level 1).

Fixed issue of missing logo on Ready to Rumble Gloves.

Fixed issue of players being in an invincible state while using the Drone during Auto Running.

Fixed issue where knocked down feed and message did not appear after knocking down an enemy outside a certain range.

Fixed issue of player appearing in an abnormal position after being knocked out while reviving.

Mk12 damage increased from 50 to 51, damage drop-off range increased from 75m to 90m, and it will now spawn in every available map.

Fixed screen dimming issue when previewing the PCS2 OUTFIT SET.

Fixed Team Invite option moving to the right when enabling Team Finder in the Social page.

Fixed awkward text alignment of Radio Message button preset description in Settings.

Fixed issue of female character's legs turning transparent after equipping Manhunter Pants with any top.

Previous List moved to a separate tab in the Friends List.

Fixed issue of Comeback Arena message appearing when spectating an enemy after team wipe.

Fixed issue of having the same amount of throwables as another player after rejoining a game session.

Fixed issue where Observer could not click Confirm/Cancel buttons in Custom Matches.

Fixed issue where selection in Inventory was automatically set to the bottom.

New Valentine's Day themed items available for purchase starting February 8, 2022.

Reminder for items leaving the shop soon, including festive season items.

Sanhok will take a break in Update 16.2 for several massive changes.

Map rotation will be updated every monthly update starting with Update 16.1.

Players will soon be able to dive back into Haven’s 1×1 urban mayhem after testing.

Erangel, Miramar, and Taego will continue to be permanent fixtures for Ranked mode.

New emote available for purchase starting February 1, 2022.

Players can share their epic moments of failures on social media for a chance to win rewards.

New tiger-themed items available for purchase to celebrate the Year of the Tiger.

Your Shop reopens with discounted goods starting January 25, 2022.

New Fan-tastic Beanie, Jacket, Gloves, Pants, and Shoes added as part of the January rewards.

30 Polymers available as part of the January Prime Gaming rewards.

Exclusive in-game content including skins, G-Coin boxes, contraband coupons, and more available for claim.

Players can claim a Silver G-Coin Box and 10 Contraband Coupons as part of the January rewards.

Play at least an hour during weekends to receive different in-game rewards.

A special event providing various in-game rewards for players checking in regularly.

Fixing an issue where playtime on AI Training Matches was being counted for the check-in event.

Check in at least three times during the week to become an Orbital Vanguard.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS will transition to a free-to-play model starting January 12, 2022.

Transition to free-to-play model with new account types and rewards.

New drone feature allows players to scout without direct combat risk.

Current players who purchased the game before the transition receive a bundle of rewards.

Introduction of Basic Training Mode and AI Training Match for new players.

BATTLEGROUNDS Plus is a new product available for $12.99, offering additional features and items.

Rewards will be automatically distributed to players' accounts upon first login after the transition.

Live server maintenance scheduled for January 10-12, 2022, to facilitate the transition.

New gear provides healing boosts for players and teammates.

Existing players will receive a special pack including a free BATTLEGROUNDS Plus upgrade and various rewards.

KAKAO FRIENDS LAND will close on January 12, 2022.

New players start with a Basic account, with an option to upgrade to BATTLEGROUNDS Plus for additional features.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS will now be free for everyone to play, expanding the community.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS service on Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Now will be discontinued.

Event runs from January 11 to February 8 with rewards for inviting friends.

New weapon skins for Beryl M762 and M24 added to the Contraband Crate.

Starter package for free-to-play players includes various items for $1.99.

Event runs from January 11 to January 25 with rewards for watching partner streams.

Players can upgrade to BATTLEGROUNDS Plus for $12.99 to access additional in-game features.

Players can pre-register to receive rewards including a Highside Slick Lv. 1 Backpack and T-Shirt.

Invite friends to pre-register for rewards including a Highside Slick Lv. 1 Helmet and Iron G-Coin Box.

Event runs from January 11 to January 31 with in-game missions and rewards.