Amsterdam, The Netherlands – 15 July, 2026 – KRAFTON, Inc. has released Update 42.2 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, introducing a revamped onboarding experience for new players, new and returning Arcade modes, improved team communication features and additional content updates across PC and console.
The revamped Basic Training is designed to help first-time players learn the fundamentals of PUBG more quickly. Across 17 chapters, players can learn core gameplay mechanics, including movement, looting, combat, Blue Zone survival, vehicle driving, and teammate revive and recall. An NPC partner accompanies players throughout the experience, offering contextual guidance through voice and Radio Messages as players build practical skills in scenarios designed to reflect real matches.
Update 42.2 also introduces Beginner Training, a new progression system for new players. Beginner Training provides daily missions over a 14-day period, giving players a structured way to complete objectives, earn rewards and continue building confidence after Basic Training.
Once the patch goes live, Survivors can also look forward to the return of Hot Drop Arcade mode, a limited-time experience that drops players into fast-paced battles within a compact combat zone. Additionally, the Solo Deathmatch mode will also launch on July 29, offering a free-for-all experience where players compete for points based on eliminations and damage dealt.
Update 42.2 also improves team communication with a redesigned Message Radial System, making Radio Messages faster and more intuitive to use. Item Markers and marker previews have also been added, while new Map, Mission and Match Log tabs improve access to in-game information through the World Map.
Beyond onboarding and Arcade updates, Update 42.2 includes several quality-of-life and content additions. Graphics Modes are now available across all PUBG Console devices, allowing players to choose between Resolution Priority for sharper visuals and Frame Rate Priority for smoother gameplay. Taego and Rondo also receive map-specific optimization and world updates. Additional content includes the new Contender Glasya, Fashion Exhibit Lobby, a new Progressive Weapon Skin for the SLR, and Survivor Pass: Just Married.
For the full details on Update 42.2, please visit the official PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS website at https://pubg.com/.
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ABOUT PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS is a globally popular battle royale game where up to 100 players are dropped onto an island and compete using various weapons and vehicles, with the goal of being the last player standing. First released as an Early Access title on Steam in 2017, the game quickly gained worldwide popularity, selling over 75 million units across PC and console platforms before transitioning to a free-to-play model in 2022. It also recorded a peak of 3.25 million concurrent players, the highest concurrent player count ever recorded on Steam for a single game. Through continuous updates featuring new maps and content, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has evolved into an entertainment IP that continues to engage players worldwide.
For more information, please visit https://pubg.com/en/.
About KRAFTON, Inc.
Headquartered in Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is a global game developer and publisher dedicated to pioneering unforgettable worlds for players everywhere. Founded in 2007, KRAFTON brings together a diverse portfolio of studios including PUBG STUDIOS, Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, 5minlab, Dreamotion, ReLU Games, Flyway Games, Tango Gameworks, inZOI Studio, JOFSOFT, Eleventh Hour Games, OmniCraft Labs, Olivetree Games, Loonshot Games, and 9B STUDIO. Each is united by a commitment to bold imagination and breakthrough game-making.
KRAFTON's franchises and titles include PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, PUBG MOBILE, inZOI, Subnautica, MIMESIS, Hi-Fi Rush, Dinkum, TERA, My Little Puppy, and more. Guided by its vision to pioneer the path to players' dreams, KRAFTON is focused on building franchises that last and delivering experiences that resonate with players around the world.
For more information, visit www.KRAFTON.com.
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