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PUBG: Battlegrounds

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: Online Multiplayer
Developer: Krafton
Release Date: 2017

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'PUBG: Battlegrounds' v25.1 Update Will Add Aston Martin Collaboration and Updated Miramar Map Later This Month

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2023 @ 8:54 a.m. PDT

PUBG: Battlegrounds expands the core Battle Royale experience into a highly competitive player vs. player (PvP) game in a vivid open world.

Welcome to the ultimate battle for life and death

PUBG: Battlegrounds will expand the core Battle Royale experience enjoyed by millions of players into a highly competitive player vs. player (PvP) game in a dynamic open world.

PUBG: Battlegrounds will put up to 64 players on a remote island for a winner-takes-all showdown where strategic gameplay is as important as shooting skills. Players will enter a last-man-standing battle where they try to locate weapons, vehicles and supplies in a graphically and tactically rich battleground that eventually forces players into a shrinking safe area as they engage in a tense and spectacular fight to the death.

When the match starts, players have no items or weapons. To progress, they can try to commandeer a vehicle to discover a high-value location, search for weapons or employ other diversified tactics with a goal of being the last man standing. All weapons can be upgraded with attachments such as sights and suppressors and both road and off-road vehicles will be available to players.

Kill or be killed in a fight to be the last man standing.


PUBG: Battlegrounds Update 25.1 is nothing short of thrilling, introducing an exclusive collaboration with Aston Martin and the updated Miramar map.

Update 25.1 is available on the PC Test Server today, and will be rolling out on the PC live server Aug. 9 and on consoles by Aug. 17. Highlights are below, or you can check out the patch notes for in-depth details.  

The Aston Martin collaboration introduces an unparalleled level of sophistication to the gaming experience:

  • The three exclusive Aston Martin special vehicle skins promise to bring a touch of luxury to in-game experiences. 
  • Players owning the Aston Martin skin can unlock an exclusive Aston Martin container found in the starting areas of multiple maps. 
  • The Aston Martin containers are usable in Normal Match, Ranked, Casual Mode, and Custom Match - Normal Match for a duration of two months. 

Several enriching updates are also being introduced to Miramar: 

  • Partona, a lively circular village, replaces the area known as Los Higos. 
  • The Resort, an abandoned retreat with a panoramic view of the southern seascape, takes over the previous terrain. 
  • The Junkyard area gives way to the Truck Stop, characterized by its unique visual theme and distinct battle experience. 
  • The Red Zone of Miramar is being replaced by the intense Sandstorm. 
  • The introduction of the Zipline feature enables players to navigate across the map with ease. 

Here's an insight into the new Dragunov weapon: 

  • The Dragunov, the world's first designated marksman rifle, brings a lethal dose of firepower and the potential for high damage, heightening the thrill in every encounter. 
  • Using 7.62mm ammunition, it can deliver damage ranging from 58 (Basic) to 73 (Max) at a certain probability. 
  • Mastery over its hefty recoil and slower firing rate requires quick reflexes and a steady hand. 
  • The Dragunov is available as a world spawn and can be found on all maps and modes, except Bluebomb Rush mode.

Key Features:

  • Custom Games: Being implemented after Early Access, this feature will allow select groups of players to create and host their own games with special server configurations, such as the number of players, option to spectate the round, play or set the game as private with password and more. Additional information about custom games will be announced after Early Access launch.
  • Realistic Gunplay: Players use real-world weapons found via supply drops to create an authentic and visceral experience.
  • Massive 8km x 8km World: Players begin as weak survivors and develop into powerful soldiers on a massive, deserted island set in Eastern Europe.
  • Built with Unreal Engine 4: PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds utilizes the latest development tools to deliver realistic visuals, animations and gameplay.
  • In-Depth Loot System: Players will uncover a wide variety of weapons, armor, attachments, and much more as they explore – and battle – across the world.
  • Player-Focused Metagame Tools: Leaderboards and statistics plus replays and spectator mode tools are coming after Early Access launch.
  • Loads of Localization: Launching into twelve languages (English, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, French, German, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Arabic) with translations coming directly from the community.

PUBG: Battlegrounds is currently available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).


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