What changed in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS in 2025

Support funds and prize pools for Global Partner Teams and qualified teams will be increased to reinforce a sustainable esports ecosystem.

The PUBG Global Series (PGS) will feature 12 tournaments throughout the year as part of the new esports structure.

PUBG Esports will officially transition to Third-Person Perspective (TPP) to align player experiences with viewing experiences.

The PUBG Global Championship (PGC) will crown the world’s best team in December 2026.

The PUBG Nations Cup (PNC) will return in late June as part of the 2026 esports season.

Rivers and sea have frozen, affecting ferry operations.

A single-shot launcher that creates a Blue Zone sphere upon impact, adding new tactical options.

Erangel has undergone significant environmental changes due to a catastrophic satellite crash, introducing a harsh winter landscape.

The Red Zone has been disabled due to the aftermath of the satellite crash.

A freezing effect has been added to the Blue Zone, impacting gameplay dynamics.

Dynamic weather conditions introduced, including snowfall and changing visibility.

Airplanes operating over Erangel have received visual updates.

Significant changes to various areas including Stalber, Shelter, and Sosnovka Military Base due to satellite crashes.

Snow piling and frozen rivers have altered parts of the terrain, affecting movement and strategy.

Increased spawn rate for the M79; reduced spawn rates for P1911, P92, and R1895.

Experience Porsche's high-end lineup including the Panamera Turbo S, 911 Carrera GTS, and Cayenne Turbo GT.

Clear 1 stage and accumulate 30,000 points in Hungers Left Behind.

Earn Lucky G-Coin Box (100-10000 G-Coin) and Hesperia Project Crate as rewards.

Participate in the Nightmare Overrun event with missions and rewards.

Accumulate points and achieve specific goals in the Survivors Left Behind mode.

New event 'Endless Survival' featuring missions and rewards.

Rewards include Dusty, Enduring, Resilient, and Unbreakable Survivor Crates.

Total obtainable rewards include 2,500 BP, 1 Hunter’s Chest, 1 Key, and 5 G-DRAGON Vouchers.

Enter the lobby daily to earn rewards including BP, Hunter’s Chest, Key, and G-DRAGON Vouchers.

Event runs from September 18 to October 23, 00:00 UTC

Event runs from September 11, 02:00 UTC to September 16, 02:00 UTC.

Earn the G-DRAGON - AUG (Red) by completing the Draw Challenge.

Event runs from September 10 to October 15, 00:00 UTC

Total obtainable rewards include 2,500 BP, 1 Hunter’s Chest, 1 Key, and 5 G-DRAGON Vouchers.

Use the G-DRAGON Turntable in Miramar.

Use the G-DRAGON Turntable during gameplay in Miramar.

Enter for a chance to win limited-edition goods by verifying your PUBG account.

Rewards include PUBG x G-DRAGON Ultimate Set, Special Set, G-DRAGON PEACEMINUSONE SET, and more.

Earn up to 4 G-DRAGON Vouchers by completing event missions.

Visit the newly decorated G-DRAGON Truck Stop in Miramar.

Enter the lobby daily to earn rewards including BP, Hunter's Chest, Key, and G-DRAGON Voucher.

Open G-DRAGON - CONTRABAND CRATES to earn rewards.

Visit the newly decorated G-DRAGON Truck Stop in Miramar.

Participation from September 10 to September 23, winners announced on September 30.

Perform any G-DRAGON dance at the emote stage before matches.

Complete various missions related to G-DRAGON in Miramar to earn rewards.

Perform any G-DRAGON dance at a designated emote stage before matches.

Earn the G-DRAGON - AUG by completing the Draw Challenge.

Participate in the G-DRAGON themed missions and earn rewards.

Total obtainable rewards include 10 Bugatti Loot Cache Fragments and 20 Contraband Coupons.

Enter the lobby daily to earn rewards during the Check-In Event.

Total obtainable rewards include 10 Bugatti Loot Cache Fragments and 20 Contraband Coupons.

Enter the lobby daily to earn rewards during the Check-In Event.

Event runs from September 4, 02:00 UTC to September 9, 02:00 UTC.

PC event runs from August 21 to September 9; Console event runs from August 28 to September 17.

Complete various missions in POBG to earn rewards including BP, keys, and exclusive items.

Enter the lobby daily to earn rewards including Bugatti Loot Cache Fragment and Contraband Coupons.

Enter the lobby daily to earn rewards during the Check-In Event.

Obtain Bugatti Loot Cache Fragment (x20), Bugatti Loot Cache (x1), Contraband Coupon (x10), and Center of Attention (Spray).

PC event runs from August 13 after maintenance to August 20, 02:00 UTC; Console event runs from August 21 after maintenance to August 28, 02:00 UTC.

Survival missions can be completed in Normal Match/Ranked/Arcade, with rewards including Polymer, Bugatti Loot Cache Fragments, and Contraband Coupons.

Log in daily to earn exclusive PNC 2025 loot and rewards.

Enter the lobby daily to participate in the event, resets every day at 02:00 UTC.

Event runs from July 23, 02:00 UTC to August 6, 02:00 UTC.

Total obtainable rewards include PNC 2025 Loot Cache Fragment, Nice to Meat You Spray, Key, Hunter’s Chest, and Contraband Coupons.

Rewards include aespa Loot Cache Fragment (x50), Speaker Box (Spray), Key (x1), Hunter’s Chest (x1), Contraband Coupon (x35).

Log in daily to claim rewards like loot fragments, coupons, and more during the event.

Squad Battle returns on February 21, 2025, featuring top content creators in 1v1 Arena duels and Battle Royale matches.