What changed in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS in 2023

Enter the lobby to receive a Happy New Year Gift with various Contraband Coupons.

The Azure Dragon - Beryl M762 returns with a new Chroma skin.

Complete missions to earn various G-COIN Boxes and Contraband Coupons.

Complete missions to earn rewards including Contraband Coupons.

Participate in a screenshot event showcasing moments in the new Rondo map for a chance to win rewards.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS will no longer support launching on Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 after January 1st, 2024.

A special weekend event to celebrate the launch of Rondo, featuring the PLAYERUNKNOWN SET reward.

The team is aware of ongoing performance issues and is currently investigating them.

Players can claim rewards in any order within unlocked tracks.

Escalators installed for quicker movement between buildings in Rondo.

The composition of Survivor Pass has changed and the price has been reduced.

A secondary weapon that temporarily disorients enemies, available only in Rondo.

Adjusted Pass XP obtainable from daily and weekly missions has slightly increased.

A new camouflage suit available in Care Packages, designed for Rondo's environment.

A new submachine gun with high damage and stability, available only in Rondo.

A new SUV with a trunk system, available only in Rondo.

Deston has been added to the Ranked map pool for Season 27.

A new type of Workshop Chest added to the Survivor Pass rewards.

Survivor Passes will now be available for a duration of 4 weeks.

New wildlife added to Rondo, including birds that cry when players are nearby and fishes that flee from threats.

New user-friendly look for the Survivor Pass system with an always-on Pass tab.

Introducing the new Survivor Pass: Rondo with missions and rewards.

Introducing Rondo, an 8x8 km map with a maximum of 100 players, featuring sunny and sunset weather.

The new map Rondo was launched on December 6 as part of Update 27.1.

A new system where players earn Survivor Points to claim Pass rewards.

Gameplay in Arcade modes will now count towards Daily Playtime XP.

New rotation strategy for maps, with Rondo now selectable in Normal Match rotation.

Fireworks and Turntables added for interactive experiences in Rondo.

Added a 2.5-second casting time for looting Blue Chips and adjusted spawn rates for Blue Chip Towers and Transmitters.

Displays daily and weekly missions that grant Pass XP.

Your personalized shop with discounted goods is reopening this December.

New Holiday Cheer Collection items available for purchase.

Introducing the new Survivor Pass to celebrate the launch of the new map, Rondo.

New Progressive Weapon Skin and Chroma for the AKM available in Contraband Crates.

Winners of the KFC My Favorite Chicken Spot event have been announced, with rewards being delivered starting November 21 UTC.

Introduction of ARS authentication to combat proxy authentication techniques.

New authentication measures will be applied selectively to certain accounts to ensure fair play.

Players must re-authenticate using the same mobile number previously used for Ranked.

The 10th Battleground, where past and present collide - RONDO, is being unveiled.

A Double G-COIN promotion is available during the Black Market sales period.

The Black Market has opened, featuring returning Progressive Weapon Skins and new special crafting items.

Complete missions to earn Black Market 2023 Event Loot Caches.

Engage in various missions to earn rewards including Hunter's Chest and Contraband Coupons.

Bundle/set items will be automatically opened when purchased from the Store.

Log in daily to earn rewards including Black Market Loot Caches and Contraband Coupons.

Winners of the KFC event have been announced, with rewards being delivered starting November 7 UTC.

Players can claim the KFC Chicken Bucket Spray reward from their Customize → Utility page.

Ongoing deliberation on refining the Recall System based on player feedback.

Introduction of the Fog of War system to hinder ESP users, resulting in a 70% reduction in their attack range.

Thermal 4x Scope will now spawn solely in specific locations to increase its rarity.

Plans to open the Test Server primarily for essential feature testing and reduce its download size.

Plans to decrease the occurrence of Sandstorm and Blizzard Zones after Phase 5.

Improvements in anti-cheat measures leading to a significant increase in permanent bans.

The AUG's performance will be readjusted due to its dominant win rate of nearly 53%.

Plans to refine the Dragunov to make it more approachable for a broader player base.

Adjustments to the map rotation schedule to accommodate regional preferences.

Decision against implementing updated Tactical Gear on the Live Server after player feedback.

Fixed various clipping issues with female characters' clothing and accessories.

Increased horizontal recoil by 4% and vertical recoil by 9.8%. Reduced recoil reduction while crouched from -16% to -13%.

New items including PGC 2023 Mega Bundle, Emperor's Set, Empress's Set, and Emote are now available for purchase.

Returning Progressive Weapon Skins and new Chromas available in Contraband Crates.

Fixed an issue where other players could not see the updated Nameplate when a player uses the Human Billboard emote after changing their Nameplate.

The Pick'em Challenge for the PUBG Global Championship has started, allowing players to earn prizes by predicting tournament outcomes.

Fixed the issue causing the O12 ammo to vanish when it flies beyond a specific distance.

Survive 30 minutes to earn a PGC 2023 Voting Coupon.

Enhanced character animation optimization to improve CPU performance in crowded situations.

Voting coupons can be earned through in-game events and live streams, allowing players to participate in the Pick'em Challenge.

Players can claim their rewards from December 5th to December 13th.

Fixed the incorrect text casing in the Arcade lobby.

Updated the Clan and Social page's exit button label from 'Back' to 'Close'.

Players can predict the top 4 teams in the tournament to earn Esports Points (EP) based on their accuracy.

Increased RPM from 150 to 180 and improved recoil recovery by 11%.

Fixed the issue where the notification icon does not disappear on the Match History page.

Improvements based on player feedback, including new markers/waypoints and adjustments to team positions.

Fixed the icons turning completely white when a team is eliminated in Esports mode.

Players can choose winners between paired rival teams for varying EP rewards based on vote weight.

The Black Market opens with exclusive items and new crafting opportunities.

Fixed the significant distancing of the airplane route and Phase 1 Safe Zone in Normal and Custom Matches.

PGC 2023 items will be available for purchase from November 1st to December 13th.

Primary weapon will be dropped on top of the death crate; if none, the secondary weapon will be dropped.

Fixed the issue that allowed melee weapons to pass through walls when thrown at a prone stance from a building corner.

Tokens will expire and be removed from inventory after specified dates.

Purchase the pass to obtain rewards and craft Progressive Weapon Skins & Chromas.

KFC restaurants have been removed from Erangel, making way for the return of gas stations.

Fixed the unclear visibility of character outlines on Miramar during Replay/Observer views.

Fixed an issue in Training Mode where the Dragunov showed inaccurate damage indications on target hits.

The starting plane's flight route is now visible on both the world map and minimap, with toggle options.

Fixed the issue where your weapon hits are not displayed in Match History.

Resolved an issue that allowed players to go through walls within a specific building located in Stalber, Erangel.

Includes Gear Head I, Buzzkill, Neon Dream, and Trick-or-treat.

New tokens available for purchase and crafting in the Black Market.

Fixed collision, texture, performance, and other general issues in Erangel, Miramar, and Taego.

Fixed the issue preventing the O12 from dealing damage after zeroing adjustments with a 6x Scope equipped.

Fixed an issue where the start button for Custom Matches is unresponsive following certain actions.

Complete missions to earn rewards including Hunter's Chest and Black Market Vouchers.

Introduced a new Team Deathmatch map featuring unique gunplay dynamics.

Voting for the Pick'em Challenge is open from November 1st to December 1st.

Fixed an issue where pressing the ESC key did not close the profile editing screen.

Participate in the KFC event by ordering a Chicken Combo and sharing your experience on social media.

Players can revive fallen teammates by retrieving their Blue Chips at designated terminals.

Arcade mode available from October 20, 7 AM to November 6, 7 AM (UTC).

Players can gather materials to craft items that replenish health and hunger, as well as weapons.

Earn rewards by watching affiliated PUBG partners during the event period.

A new mode where players must survive against waves of enemies called Hungers while completing tasks to escape.

Complete specific missions in the new mode to earn rewards like emblems and gloves.

New enemy types introduced, including Prototype Hunger, Caregiver Hunger, and others, each with unique abilities.

Players must manage a hunger meter that affects gameplay, with consequences for neglecting it.

The PUBG Global Championship 2023 will take place from November 18th to December 3rd in Bangkok, Thailand.

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

All participating teams will receive 25% of PGC 2023 Skin sales based on their end-tournament standings.

The tournament will feature a Group Stage, Winners & Losers Bracket, and a Grand Finals with a total prize pool of $2,000,000.

Reach top 20 to earn Contraband Coupons during specified weeks.

Two login events with various rewards including Supply Loot Cache, Credit, and Contraband Coupons.

Personalized shop with discounted goods reopens in October.

Exclusive bundle for PlayStation®Plus players with Hunter's Chests and Contraband Coupons.

New skins released to celebrate the PUBG Global Championship 2023.

New Halloween-themed collection available for purchase.

Be the first to visit a KFC restaurant in Erangel to earn rewards.

Erangel now features 10 new KFC restaurants for players to explore.

Dynamic weapon skins for Dragunov and M24 introduced.

Share your in-game experience at KFC kiosks on social media for a chance to win rewards.

New collaboration goods featuring floral designs.

Celebrate the grand opening of KFC restaurants in Erangel with special in-game events and rewards.

Fixed the issue causing the generation of two replays after viewing the Death Cam during spectation.

Visual updates and enhancements made to various areas in Erangel.

Fixed the issue preventing the activation of the client's anti-aliasing graphic setting after Death Cam view.

Details on rewards for players based on their final Tier from Season 25.

Refined the Match Report for better usability and added new stats.

Map probability for random regions has been adjusted based on player feedback.

Tactical Gear returns as a world-spawn item with new acquisition methods.

Thermal 4x Scope will no longer world-spawn and will instead spawn in specific areas.

Secret Rooms containing high-value items have been added throughout Erangel.

Team numbers are now displayed in killfeeds and match logs.

KFC stores have been added to Erangel with exclusive items available.

Players can choose from Executioner, Ranger, Pyromancer, or Cleric, each with unique abilities.

Map set to Erangel, TPP only, with 20 squads of 4 players each.

Daily and consecutive login rewards including Aston Martin Loot Cache and sprays.

New skins designed by Natus Vincere, including a backpack, helmet, vest, and pan.

Treasure Chests will drop from the sky, containing crafting ingredients and providing an invincibility buff.

Players can select their class in the pre-game lobby and upgrade weapons using looted ingredients.

Halloween Battle Royale returns with four classes: Executioner, Ranger, Pyromancer, and Cleric.

The set is available for 1,050 G-Coin with 25% of sales going to Natus Vincere.

Complete missions to earn exclusive Red Velvet themed rewards.

Only 'Night Slayer' UAZ and Ghost Ships will be available, with nerfed speed and HP.

Complete various missions to earn rewards including Supply Loot Cache and Contraband Coupons.

Sales run from September 27, 2 AM to October 25, 2 AM (UTC) for PC and from September 27, 4 AM to October 25, 4 AM (UTC) for Console.

Enhancements to mobile authentication planned for implementation in November.

Refined the proprietary Anti-Cheat solution, Zakynthos, leading to a 39% increase in banned accounts.

Hardware bans increased by approximately 28% compared to the first half of 2022.

Implemented enhancements in April and July to cover vulnerabilities in the game engine.

Improvements initiated in August to reduce false bans of innocent players.

Rewards from the Pick'em Challenge can be claimed from September 19th to September 27th.

Vikendi and Taego will have a lower ratio compared to classic maps in the tournament.

Vikendi will be featured in the global PUBG Esports map pool for the tournament.

PNC 2023 will consist of 3 days with a total of 18 matches across various maps.

Details on the upcoming PUBG Nations Cup 2023, including dates, location, and prize pool.

The prize pool starts at $300,000 with crowdfunding options available.

Harley Quinn and the Joker return to the game after five years.

Log in daily for rewards including Aston Martin Loot Cache and Contraband Coupons.

Mr. Ma returns to the battlegrounds.

Items in Contraband Crates have been updated for variety.

Addressed an issue enabling continuous firing with the Mortar identified on August 29.

New collection featuring various items and skins.

New emotes added to the store.

Exclusive Champion Skins celebrating PUBG Global Championship 2022 winners.

Contraband Coupon now obtainable with 2 scrap, weekly cap of 10 purchases.

New weapon skin available in the Contraband Crate.

New skin type allowing color and effect modifications for Progressive Weapon Skins.

Complete survival missions to earn Aston Martin Loot Cache rewards.

A new victory dance emote available for players.

Shared the list of players banned for violating rules of conduct during the investigation period.

The PUBG Nations Cup 2023 will now take place in September instead of October.

Blizzard Zone and Sandstorm are now less likely to appear throughout the game.

Fixed an issue where the End of Match screen would automatically transition when team members who remained in-game leave for the lobby.

Fixed the incorrect reward instructions at the bottom of the Crafter Pass: Aston Martin page.

Fixed the issue where the last surviving player dies immediately at 0 HP after getting on a vehicle, while possessing Self-AED.

Fixed issues with the Aston Martin vehicle flipping and driving awkwardly in certain areas.

Players can earn voting coupons through purchases and participate in the Pick'em Challenge.

Voting for the Pick'em Challenge is open from August 30th to September 15th.

TPP mode has been added to Intense Battle Royale, while FPP mode has been removed.

The BATTLESTAT skin for cumulative kills + headshots now features a new design.

The Pick'em Challenge for the PUBG Nations Cup is now back, allowing players to participate and earn rewards.

(PC) Fixed an issue where players reaccessing the game during the plane drop would either instantaneously die or continue playing while tied to their parachute.

You can now change the Bluebomb Rush Shop Key Binding which is currently set to ',' key.

Fixed the issue where Smoke Grenade sounds play longer than the actual smoke exposure time.

Adjusted high ground areas in Miramar to promote balanced gameplay.

Fixed the issue where the game does not direct you to the Clan page even after clicking on the Clan button from the Customize page.

Fixed an issue where, when the Additional Action Queuing is enabled, changing seats in a vehicle while shooting would maintain ADS mode.

In Team Deathmatch - Boardwalk map, fixed an issue where the Care Package plane would remain stationary for an extended period.

For fresh installations, 'DirectX 11 Enhanced' is now the default option.

AUG's rate of fire reduced from 750 to 720, with adjusted horizontal and vertical recoil.

Chroma, a new type of skin that allows you to modify the color and effects of your Progressive Weapon Skins, has been introduced.

Players can visit the in-game lobby event tab to complete missions for free voting coupons.

Adjusted Dragunov damage from 58 (Basic), 73 (Max) to 60 (Fixed) and removed the probabilistic damage system.

Fixed the issue where the silhouette of the character is temporarily visible before the smoke disappears if the Sandstorm moves to the location of the smoke.

Dragunov is now available in the game as a Designated Marksman Rifle with specific stats and attachments.

Fixed the issue where melee weapons go through walls when thrown from a corner of a building while prone.

Tactical Gear has been temporarily disabled for review following community feedback.

Fixed various general in-game bugs.

New items including PNC 2023 Mega Bundle, Striker Set, and Trailblazer Set are available for purchase.

The Dragunov's design has been adjusted to deliver greater headshot damage compared to other DMRs.

The probabilistic damage system for the Dragunov has been entirely removed to enhance player experience.

The horizontal and vertical recoil of the AUG has been increased to balance its performance with the reduced rate of fire.

The AUG's rate of fire has been reduced from 750 to 720 RPM to balance its performance.

Featured Map will be unavailable from August 17 UTC onwards.

Map changes scheduled every Wednesday at 2 AM UTC for PC and every Thursday at 7 AM UTC for Console.

Map rotations consolidated to address matchmaking issues in specific regions.

Map rotation adjusted to allow more frequent play of Miramar during Update 25.1.

Continuation of collaborations to enhance the Summerfest experience.

New Special Vehicle skins for UAZ, Pickup, Zima, and Coupe RB featuring Aston Martin designs.

Special vehicle skins and exclusive in-game nameplate.

Amending headshot penetration through elevated vehicle seats in Aston Martin skins in upcoming update.

Log in consistently to claim rewards including Aston Martin Loot Cache and more.

Drive vehicles to earn exclusive rewards.

Complete missions to earn communication sprays.

Special Drops events with various rewards and missions.

Update to the map featuring a stormy death race.

Reviewing grenade damage mechanics due to unintended advantages from the low-profile Aston Martin skins.

Two new Valhalla weapon skins have been added to the Contraband Crates.

A new initiative will integrate player feedback directly into the game development process, starting with a survey on Dragunov and AUG.

The Dragunov firearm has been suspended from the Live Server following community feedback and concerns regarding its probabilistic damage system.

A new Custom Lobby skin called Showroom has been added.

New vehicle animations including startup sounds and lights have been added.

A new collection of Viking-themed items is now available.

The development team has noted player feedback regarding the performance of the AUG and is considering adjustments.

A new value pack featuring the Fast Track - Groza is now available.

New items Valhalla - SLR and Valhalla - ACE32 are now available.

Clan name and nickname changes are now case sensitive.

New skins for Aston Martin vehicles are now available.

Your personalized shop with discounted goods is reopening this August.

Players can craft Aston Martin vehicle skins and customizable items using Aston Martin Tokens.

Introduced Ziplines for fluid navigation across various locations in Miramar.

Fixed an issue that prevented the continuous use of boost items, despite having the 'Continuous Item Use' feature set to 'On'.

Three exclusive Aston Martin special vehicle skins available in-game.

The release of the Dragunov has been suspended for Update 25.1.

Featured Map will be unavailable from August 17 UTC onwards.

Ranked map service updated on a season-by-season basis.

Fixed the issue where a character performs an action when using melee weapons when interacting with locked doors or cabinets.

Introducing the Dragunov, a designated marksman rifle with high damage potential and unique characteristics.

Fixed an issue where specific players are invisible to others even within the line of sight after being recalled during a match.

Fixed the issue where the master volume is reactivated upon reopening the settings window even after you disable it.

PC players can expect map changes every Wednesday at 2 AM UTC, Console players every Thursday at 7 AM UTC.

New loot cache packs featuring Aston Martin Tokens and items are now available for purchase.

Fixed an issue where the friend request setting in the Social page is disabled following the #24.2 Update.

Fixed the issue where the animation for the two Chun-Li's Dresses does not work properly when Emotes and other actions are carried out with the outfit equipped.

New skins for the DBX707 SUV and V12 Vantage Roadster Sports Cars are now available.

A new convertible roof function is enabled for the V12 Vantage Roadster (Luxe) Sports Car skin.

Exclusive Aston Martin containers can be found in starting areas, unlockable by players with the Aston Martin skin.

New team edition skins featuring Soniqs, Twisted Minds, Gen.G, and Four Angry Men will be available for purchase.

Headshots can now penetrate the headrest portion of vehicle seats for Aston Martin skins.

Introduced a Sandstorm that replaces the Red Zone, affecting player health and visibility.

The iconic British automobile manufacturer Aston Martin has arrived in PUBG, featuring luxury sports cars.

A new Crafter Pass allows players to obtain rewards and craft their own Aston Martin vehicles.

Introduced new areas in Miramar, replacing previous locations with enhanced looting efficiency.

New points distribution system for kills, damage, early deaths, and match survival bonuses.

Earn up to 15,000 Twire Points as rewards that can be used at the Twire Shop.

New statistics and improved performance calculation (PERF) added to the Statistics and My Team sections.

Players can create a fantasy team with four active players from different teams and a Benched player for replacements.

Join the PUBG Global Series 2 Fantasy league featuring the best teams and players in PUBG Esports.

Leaderboards now display Levels below each fantasy player's profile picture.

Rewards include 100 G-COIN (30 Days) x12, Hunter's Chest x2, Cyber Rabbit skins, and more.

Revamped Special Drops event with new look and bigger rewards including 2000 G-COIN.

Rewards include Contraband Coupon x20 and 600 G-COIN (30 Days) x1.

AUG's availability changed to enhance balance among 5.56mm weapons.

Adjusted balance of frequently-used weapons to maintain win rates close to 50%.

Focused on creating a balanced weapon usage environment by adjusting the effectiveness of popular weapons.

New weapon options added to diversify gameplay and weapon choices.

Kill ratio now stands at a balanced 51:49, improving weapon choice diversity.

Plans to introduce new weapons and features to enhance gameplay.

A tournament featuring Partners from various regions with in-game rewards for viewers.

Teams switch roles between attacking and defending after the seventh round.

Players can create custom matches in the new mode.

Introduction of Special Drops and Partner Drops throughout the Summerfest.

Players can purchase weapons and gear using Coins before each round starts.

A series of missions with rewards related to the new Bluebomb Rush mode.

Revamped version of the Midsummer Check-in Event announced.

New item with shorter duration and smaller radius compared to the original smoke grenade.

New gameplay mechanics involving the installation and dismantling of the Blue Zone Generator.

Announcement of a new PUBG challenger as part of the Summerfest.

Changes to footstep sound volume and audible range for character-generated sounds.

SRs deal more damage; SMGs deal less damage in Bluebomb Rush mode.

Special event allowing players to earn rewards by completing missions tied to each lineup.

The PUBG Survivor Summerfest has officially launched, featuring a variety of new content and events throughout July and August.

Join the Street Fighter collaboration to earn rewards by defeating enemies.

Introduction of PUBG Arcade Renewal, offering new gameplay experiences.

A brand new map exclusive to the Bluebomb Rush mode.

Players can observe and support their team after being eliminated.

Complete daily survival missions to earn tickets and play Bingo for rewards.

Introducing a new 6v6 team battle mode with strategic gameplay on the Riviera map.

Knocked down players can be revived by teammates within a limited time.

Players can join ongoing Bluebomb Rush sessions during the first 3 rounds.

Weekly cap for Keys raised from 10 to 20 and for Contraband Coupons from 10 to 50.

Second volume of Team Edition Skins available for purchase.

Each team set is available for 1,550 G-COIN.

New Marine Makeover skins available for purchase.

New Atlantis - DBS weapon skin available in Contraband Crates.

Introducing new team-branded items for Soniqs, Twisted Minds, Gen.G, and Four Angry Men.

New emote based on the song Toca Toca available for a limited time.

Fanmade items from the 2022 Fan Art Contest are now in the store.

Free exclusive bundle for PlayStation®Plus players including outfits and items.

Free exclusive Summer Pack for Xbox Game Pass players including outfits and items.

New skins in collaboration with Street Fighter available for a limited time.

Sales run from August 2 to August 30 for PC and Console.

Initiated development of a machine learning model to detect patterns of Survival Mastery Level abuse.

Bans issued against disruptive accounts have increased by over threefold since the introduction of the new detection model.

Players are urged to prioritize account security and set up Steam Guard Mobile Authenticator to prevent hijacking.

Initiated development of a model capable of detecting hijacked accounts to enhance anti-cheat measures.

The PUBG Global Series 2 Tournament will take place from August 10th to 20th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

PGS 2 will be running with patch #24.2, introducing Panzerfaust and Mortar as new items in the tournament.

The PGS 2 Tournament will now officially feature Taego in the global PUBG Esports' map pool.

The total prize pool for PGS 2 is $2,000,000, distributed based on final standings.

Med Kit: 7s → 6s, First Aid Kit: 5s → 4s

BP rewards replaced with AP for playing in the Arcade.

Med Kit: 8s → 7s, First Aid Kit: 6s → 5s, Bandage: 4s → 3s

Allows players to earn rewards based on their Reputation level.

Usage: 10 times → 6 times

Records document aiming scores and accuracy.

Added ten new areas from various maps.

Revival speed: 8s → 7s

Includes Team Deathmatch and Intense Battle Royale.

Players can commend teammates with specific compliments.

Rewards will be delivered to the Customize page by September 15 UTC.

Winners will receive an in-game Spray designed to reflect their Clan Emblem.

Winners of the Show Off Your Clan event have been revealed, with rewards to be given for their Clan Emblem designs.

Another log-in event offering rewards for daily and consecutive log-ins.

PGS 2 Qualifiers will commence on June 23rd with a total prize pool of $2,000,000.

Complete missions to earn points and rewards including Polymer and Hunter's Chests.

Zone Tag mode will be available from June 14 to June 19 for PC and from June 22 to June 26 for consoles.

Players must possess a Ball to control the Blue Zone, with various rules governing its use and player interactions.

A new game mode where players can control the Blue Zone using a Ball, featuring unique gameplay mechanics.

Spend G-Coins to earn rewards including Contraband Coupons and Schematic items.

Vehicles are immune to weapon damage, provide infinite ammo while driving, and players receive a healing buff based on movement speed.

Log in daily for rewards including Supply Loot Caches and Contraband Coupons.

The Special Drops event returns with log-in events and missions, including challenges to reach the top 10.

Certain items and features are not available in Zone Tag Mode, including Care Packages and the Recall system.

New collaborative emotes featuring South Korea's girl group STAYC.

Introducing the new Survivor Pass: Splash Royale with various rewards.

New Summer Horror skin bundles available for purchase.

The BLACKPINK collaborative goods will be leaving the Store soon.

XP gained through weekly missions has been increased to enhance leveling experience.

Your personalized shop with discounted goods is reopening this June.

New weapon skins for the M79 available in the Contraband Crate.

Nine partner skin bundles are now available for resale.

Winners will be announced on June 30, 4 PM KST.

Nine Clans will be selected to receive an in-game Spray customized with their Clan Emblem.

Participate in the Show Off Your Clan event by designing a unique Clan Emblem and sharing it on social media.

Event runs from June 9, 10 AM KST to June 23, 4 PM KST. One entry per PUBG account allowed.

In the English language setting, capitalization inconsistencies in Match History - Casual Mode have been fixed.

Players no longer fall beneath the terrain when the map is set to Ruins.

Tactical Gear is now essential and players start with a Tactical Gear Carrier. Tactical Gear cannot be removed once equipped.

Terrain and item spawn rates adjusted based on player feedback to improve engagement and balance.

Merged Helmet/Armor Repair Kits and Mechanic's Toolbox into a single Repair Kit that can repair Helmets, Vests, and vehicles.

XP gained through weekly missions has been increased to enhance the leveling experience.

Emergency Pickup, BZ Grenade, Jammer Pack, Mortar, and Panzerfaust will now world spawn in all 8x8 maps.

Complete various missions to earn rewards.

Log in consecutively every day during the event to receive daily and consecutive login rewards.

Complete various missions to earn rewards.

Updated details on the ranked mode alignment and new maps available in the latest ruleset.

The regional series will be combined with PGS 2 under a single brand package.

81% decrease in illegal software providing the terrain passing function due to enhanced detection measures.

Ongoing work to enhance verification logic for data tampering methods related to terrain passing.

Play matches of Intense Battle Royale to earn daily rewards.

Approximately 83% reduction in community reports regarding cheaters exploiting the terrain passing function since March 2023.

Improved mechanism for detecting code tampering without impacting gameplay performance, implemented in March 2023.

Log in consecutively every day during the event to receive daily and consecutive login rewards.

The Clan System includes features like Clan level progression and in-game chat functionality.

A new website allows players to create and customize their Clan emblems for promotion.

Players can now create Clans within the game and recruit members, enhancing community interaction.

Introduced a new set of Collaborative goods with Partner WackyJacky101, including themed skins.

New Pastel Goth themed skins added to the store.

Your Shop will be temporarily closed soon; pick up discounted goods before they're gone.

New G-COIN Booster items available for purchase with bonus G-COIN.

Preset Slot Coupons will no longer be available for purchase starting July.

A new progressive weapon skin for the SLR has been introduced.

Introduced a new set of Deadly Dollhouse themed items and skins.

Commemorative skins for PUBG Esports Global Partner Teams are available.

A special vehicle skin 'Mafioso' is now on sale.

Survivor Pass: The Big Score is now available for purchase.

Decreased the rate of automatic HP loss while remaining stationary during the Down But Not Out state.

Fixed an issue where players who disconnected and died due to the Blue Zone but reconnected to spectate were erroneously receiving first place rewards.

Automatically generates a vehicle icon at the location where you exit your vehicle, visible only to you.

Adjusted fixed vehicle spawns in Taego to enhance utility for players.

New system allowing players to recall teammates using Blue Chips from their deathboxes.

Players can now carry knocked out teammates and load them into vehicles for quick escapes.

Fixed an issue where the focus sound effects were not being played on the detailed information screen of Contraband Crates.

Introduced a timed exit feature when attempting to leave a moving vehicle at speeds over 60 km/h.

Another consecutive login event with rewards including Contraband Coupons and Credits.

Prime Gaming rewards are back, available for claim starting April 27, 2023.

Sales dates for Team Edition Skins have been extended due to overwhelming support.

First batch of team-branded items featuring skins from Natus Vincere, Petrichor Road, 17 Gaming, and FaZe Clan.

Sales for Team Edition Skins start on April 18th for PC and April 19th for Console.

Haven will not be part of the Normal Match rotation due to low usage but will remain available in custom matches.

Ranked Mode will include a rotation of Erangel, Miramar, Taego, and Deston every two months.

Map rotations will be applied without maintenance after Update 23.1 for quicker access.

Vikendi may be added to the Ranked map pool in the future based on service performance.

Normal Matches will now feature a weekly rotation of maps, including fixed maps Erangel and Sanhok.

Log in consecutively every day to receive rewards including Contraband Coupons and Polymer.

Exclusive bundle for PlayStation®Plus players with Hunter's Chests and Contraband Coupons.

Increased XP gained through playtime and weekly missions; decreased XP for daily missions.

Personalized shop with discounted goods reopening in April.

Complete missions to level up and earn rewards in the new Survivor Pass.

New value pack featuring Pro-Tect - AWM and bonus G-COIN.

Commemorative skins for participating teams in PUBG Esports.

New lobby skin available for purchase.

Introduction of Steampunk themed skins and two new Special Vehicle skins.

Fixed the issue where flames would not ignite after throwing a Molotov on certain stairs.

Default lobby theme changed from Vikendi to default plane theme.

Fixed the issue where the platform icon was not being displayed next to the player's nickname when you move to a deathbox.

Fixed the issue where the initial audio effect of Victory Dance 70 would not play when another player attempts to join in.

New 'Toggle' option added to Voice Chat settings for easier control.

Ascender Attachment and Utility Parachute are now basic equipment on every map, removing their inventory slots.

New Survivor Pass introduced with adjusted XP system for smoother leveling.

Vaulting performance in-game has been improved.

New visual effect added that causes helmets to be knocked off upon headshot impact.

Memory usage optimized by compressing and adjusting the quality of in-game sounds.

The general ruleset for Normal Matches has been updated to match Ranked's pace and item spawn rates.

Fixed the issue where the platform icon was not being displayed in front of nicknames on the Ranked leaderboard.

Deston has been added to the Ranked map pool with specific conditions.

BZ Grenades and Motor Gliders have been added to Taego and Deston.

A new game mode where OP Coins carry over between rounds, allowing for continuous gameplay.

Participate in the Bizarre Battle Royale mode to collect OP Coins and win rewards by sharing screenshots on social media.

New item that grants temporary invincibility in the Bizarre Battle Royale mode.

Players can collect OP Coins from defeated zombies and players to purchase powerful OP Items.

LABS games do not provide XP, rewards, or reflect in Career page and Match History.

A new formidable enemy that drops high-level OP items and coins upon defeat.

Added various zombie types including Lab Zombie, Brawler Zombie, Sprinter Zombie, and more.

Players can earn rewards by participating in the Bizarre Battle Royale mode.

Introducing a new game mode featuring a giant chicken monster and hordes of zombies.

Log in daily to collect Contraband Coupons as rewards.

Changes to weapon tiers, including making the AUG a world spawn weapon and enhancing non-meta weapons like M16A4 and Mk47 Mutant.

Enhancements to the tutorial to provide a comprehensive onboarding experience for new players.

All existing 8km maps will be applied to Ranked, with new maps added post-stabilization and introduction of Normal Match items.

Planned large-scale updates to existing maps, focusing on adding new spots and enhancing immersion.

Improvements to item/Blue Zone/vehicle spawn rates, tactical gear overhaul, and introduction of a new revive system.

A brand new map, codenamed 'Neon', inspired by modern and traditional elements, featuring diverse environments and new gameplay systems.

Shorter rotation cycles for Normal Match and introduction of map rotation for Ranked, allowing more frequent play of preferred maps.

Plans to introduce a variety of new game modes to enhance player experience.

Survive for specific durations to earn rewards over two weekends.

New players can log in daily for rewards over 14 days.

Returning players can log in daily for rewards over 14 days.

Accumulate points by completing missions to earn special 6th anniversary rewards.

Log in daily to receive anniversary-themed rewards including a fry pan and helmet.

Play matches in Intense Battle Royale mode to earn rewards.

Neon Dream - AUG and other items available in Contraband Crates.

Introduction of Mad Science Mega Bundle and individual Mad Science themed skins.

Colored Smoke Grenade skins available until March 30.

Burning Chicken Festival outfits available until March 21.

New skin bundle featuring BLACKPINK sets and a bonus Victory Dance - Ready For Love.

Your Shop will be temporarily closed after March 14.

New Neon Dream skin for the AUG available as a world spawn item.

Plans to adjust report categories for more accurate reporting of cheaters and abuse of the system.

Improvements to better classify reports related to illegal software usage and enhance reporting accuracy.

Reorganization of the report system to allow reporting of players who make assists or put others DBNO.

Winners will be announced on April 7, 2023.

Entries can be submitted from March 9, 2023, 7:00 AM UTC to March 23, 2023, 11:59 PM UTC.

Celebrate PUBG:BATTLEGROUND's 6th anniversary by sharing a unique message and stand a chance to win exclusive goodies.

Expected delivery date for rewards is April 13, 2023, with a latest delivery by May 31, 2023.

The Intense Battle Royale mode is back and available through the LABS banner in the main lobby.

G-COIN rewards for the finalists will be delivered by March 17, 2023 (UTC).

Intense Battle Royale will be available from March 7, 2023, 8:30 PM PST to March 31, 2023, 12 AM PDT on console.

The winning design from the Fan Art Contest will be transformed into an in-game Helmet (Level 3) skin.

The final winner receives $6,000 USD and five finalists receive 50,000 G-COIN, with delivery dates specified.

Intense Battle Royale is available in both Third Person Perspective (TPP) and First Person Perspective (FPP) modes for custom matches.

Personalized shop with discounted goods returns.

Includes traps, stun grenades, and healing chemicals to aid in zombie survival.

Fixed issue where it incorrectly stated that a stage was already cleared.

Earn Survival Coins by defeating zombies, which can be used to purchase tactical items.

Log in daily to receive rewards including Credits and Hunter's chests.

Complete missions to earn Spring Fest 2023 event loot caches.

Winners of the PUBG Recap 2022 hashtag event have been announced, with instructions on how to claim rewards.

Includes zombies that throw Molotov Cocktails, Blue Zone Grenades, and carry C4.

Zombie Survival 2.0 returns with 10 stages of zombie hordes and new gameplay mechanics.

Fixed issue allowing players to levitate to inaccessible areas.

Eligible players will receive an email with instructions to claim their rewards from the PUBG Recap event.

Resolved issue where the visual effect was not visible when throwing Sticky Chemicals.

Players must kill all zombies or have at least one teammate survive to progress through stages.

Resolved issue where the first place player was not visible on the spectator screen.

New emote available for a limited time.

New Step Up Package featuring the White Tiger Pan.

New weapon skins available through Special Crafting.

New value pack featuring the Tortoise Spirit – Groza.

Introducing the Ailee Mega Bundle and associated items.

New Crafter Pass with exclusive items and materials.

New Custom Lobby skin available for purchase.

Five finalists, including the winner, will receive 50,000 G-COIN, and voters will receive an in-game Spray – Buggy Trail.

The winner of the Fan Art Contest will be announced on February 27, 11 PM PST.

Public voting for the top five finalists of the Fan Art Contest based on the Level 3 Helmet is now open.

Voting period runs from February 8, 11 PM PST to February 22, 11 PM PST.

Moonlight weather mode has returned, available randomly in matches on Vikendi.

A new creature available only in Vikendi: the Bear, which can attack players.

Adjusted spawn rates of 5.56mm and 7.62mm weapons to provide more primary weapon options.

A new challenging Season of Ranked – Season 22 has arrived with leaderboard reset.

An option to hide your in-game vest and belt has been added to settings.

A new scope that utilizes heat signatures to detect enemies, available in Vikendi.

(PC) Fixed the issue where you could see another player inside a Blizzard Zone clearly.

Adjusted Mk12 damage, bullet speed, and recoil to balance its performance.

Optimized several in-game UI elements to improve frame rates.

Fixed the issue where the remaining number of weapons at the Salvage page of the Hideout is shown in English for all languages.

(PC) Fixed the issue where the purchase window activated when you rapidly hovered your cursor over a deactivated Step Up item.

Fixed the issue where the text of Medals with long names overlap with your teammate’s when you activate View Medals at Match Report.

(PC) Fixed the issue where the animation was not played when you open a Daily Supply cache.

Fixed the issue where the sleeve part of the Ursa Hunter Jacket covered your aim sight in ADS mode.

(PC) Fixed the issue where the preview for Spring Fest 2023 Prime Parcel did not show up.

(PC) Fixed the issue where the Team Management UI did not show up when a random player joins your team while you have the System Menu open at the starting island.

Fixed the issue where the ranking of the last teammate to leave the End of Match screen is shown as their Comeback BR’s ranking.

Fixed the issue where you can hear footsteps/gun shots at a location where a player does not exist.

Slightly sized up Zima and removed open-roof models for better cover.

(PC) Fixed the issue where the hover sound effect is not played for the Exit to Lobby and Start buttons on the LABS screen.

Fixed the issue where the incorrect time is shown in Thai when there is less than 23 hours remaining until a Survivor Pass ends.

New mode added to Custom Matches allowing for quick Chicken Dinners with friends.

Fixed the issue where the White Tiger – Pan skin is flipped backwards at Hideout – Weapon.

Engage in the Intense Battle Royale mode to win rewards by capturing and uploading your victory moment.

Winners of the Fastest Chicken Dinner Challenge will be announced on February 28.

Submissions for the Fastest Chicken Dinner Challenge are open from January 30 to February 14.

Winners will receive 1,000 G-COIN starting from January 20 UTC.

Announcement of the 300 winners from the Fight the Winter! Hashtag Event.

Log in daily to receive Retro Rewind set items and other rewards.

Players start with Level 2 armor, Level 3 backpack, and random weapon crates. Vehicles and supply drops will spawn.

Complete missions to accumulate points for Contraband Coupons and Phoenix skins.

Participate in the event to win rewards by winning matches in the new mode.

A new fast-paced LABS mode featuring 16 players in a smaller arena with simplified gameplay.

Players will automatically drop from the plane at the edge of the Safe Zone, with faster Safe Zone restrictions.

LABS games do not provide XP or gameplay rewards and will not reflect on Career or Match History.

Log in daily to receive rewards including Contraband Coupons and special items.

Collect new Guardian skins and earn rewards by completing specific missions.

New Step Up package offering discounts on Phoenix Contraband Tickets.

Introduction of new items including Progressive Weapon Skins and the Spring Fest 2023 event.

Launch of new Contraband Crates featuring the Phoenix theme.

Introduction of the Phoenix – M416 weapon skin with various cosmetic levels.

Introduction of new items available through the Scrap Broker.

New Step Up package featuring the White Tiger Pan and associated items.

New unlockable cosmetics for the Phoenix – M416.

A dedicated space to check your memorable milestones and achievements from 2022.

Participate by sharing your 2022 stats on social media for a chance to win PUBG merchandise.

Fixed the untranslated Contraband Crate names for Colored Smoke Grenades in French.

Enhanced game loading speeds and optimized memory usage.

Fixed the issue where you could not hear the engine sounds from vehicles.

Secret Rooms holding valuable items are now available in Vikendi.

Multiple care packages will now drop during matches in Vikendi.

New road signs added to help navigate through Vikendi.

Players can now report those who assisted in their deaths.

Fixed the typo in Simplified Chinese for Taego's map selection description.

Fixed the issue where the Secret Room Key was unable to open Secret Rooms in Taego and Paramo.

Vikendi will be added to the Normal Match pool with an increased matching rate of 40%.

New Blizzard Zone that slows movement, deals damage, and hinders visibility and vehicle control.

Fixed the issue which caused you to receive damage and die after parachuting on to building roof edges on every map.

Map name and mode information added to the top left screen during matches.

Screen Ping Markers will now be automatically deleted after 120 seconds.

Three types of Repair Kits added for helmets, armor, and vehicles.

The winning design from the Fan Art Contest will be transformed into an in-game Backpack (Level 2) skin and added to the Store.