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PUBG Esports 2026 Roadmap – A New Era Begins
A New Era Begins – PUBG Esports 2026
Hey PUBG Esports fans,
We’re entering a new chapter. And it starts with a bold step forward.
A New Beginning for PUBG Esports
Over the past seven years, PUBG Esports has grown through constant challenges.
Now, as we move into 2026, we’re taking the next leap:
PUBG Esports will officially transition to Third-Person Perspective (TPP).
This is not about replacing what came before — it’s about expanding what PUBG Esports can become.
Why TPP?
PUBG has always been about strategy, tension, and survival — no matter the perspective.
But for most of the 1 billion players who’ve experienced PUBG, that experience has been through TPP.
While FPP built the foundation of our professional scene, we also heard from fans and players that the gap between playing PUBG and watching PUBG Esports sometimes felt too wide.
The move to TPP is about bringing the two experiences closer together — aligning what players love to play with what they love to watch.
It’s about making the game more accessible, relatable, and immersive for more people around the world — without losing the depth and skill that define our competition.
Built Through Conversations & Community
This change didn’t happen overnight.
Over the past year, we’ve been in constant dialogue with teams and players, holding more than three official feedback sessions to share ideas, concerns, and direction.
We also tested and verified our vision through the PUBG Players Tour (PPT), which saw over 5,000 unique competitors each season. These events proved that a TPP-based competitive scene can be both thrilling and sustainable.
Your feedback — from pros to fans — has shaped every step of this transition.
And it will continue to shape how PUBG Esports grows from here.
The 2026 Season – Global Expansion, Bigger Stage
With TPP as the new foundation, PUBG Esports 2026 will feature a more dynamic, globally connected structure — bringing more teams, more matches, and more stories than ever before.
Key Highlights:
PUBG Global Series (PGS) – 12 tournaments throughout the year
PUBG Nations Cup (PNC) – returns in late June
PUBG Global Championship (PGC) – crowns the world’s best in December
Along with the expanded calendar, we’re increasing support funds and prize pools for both Global Partner Teams and qualified teams, reinforcing a more stable and sustainable esports ecosystem.
From regional leagues to global championships, every part of the season will now feel like one connected journey — a year-long story shared by players and fans alike.
Looking Ahead – A Future We Build Together
2026 marks the beginning of a new era for PUBG Esports.
The shift to TPP and the evolution of our competitive structure are not short-term changes — they’re the foundation for long-term growth and a thriving ecosystem.
We’ll continue to listen, learn, and evolve — guided by player feedback, data, and our shared love for this game.
Together with our fans, teams, and players, we’re writing the next chapter of PUBG Esports.
And we can’t wait for you to be part of it.
Thank you for your passion, your criticism, and your belief in what PUBG Esports can become.
A New Era Begins.
PUBG Esports 2026
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PUBG Players Masters Invitational Participating Teams & Players
We are excited to reveal the full list of participating teams and players for the PUBG Players Masters Invitational.
This year's Invitational brings together 16 teams from AM, EMEA, APAC, China, and Korea — all gathering in Seoul to compete in full TPP over three days.
Additionally, participating players will provide personal POV livestreams, offering fans a new way to watch every perspective throughout the Invitational.
Streaming links for each player will be available by clicking on their names in the roster below. (Streaming links will continue to be updated as confirmations are completed.)
Please note that some players may appear on rosters outside of their primary organizations due to regional availability, special invitations, or team-based arrangements specific to this Invitational.
Here is the complete roster of teams and players who will take the stage in Seoul.
America
EMEA
APAC
Vietnam
Thailand
China
Korea
Broadcast details will be announced soon on the official PUBG Esports channels.
Read the announcement on our website as well: https://pubgesports.com/en/news/9627
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This year's Invitational brings together 16 teams from AM, EMEA, APAC, China, and Korea — all gathering in Seoul to compete in full TPP over three days.
Additionally, participating players will provide personal POV livestreams, offering fans a new way to watch every perspective throughout the Invitational.
Streaming links for each player will be available by clicking on their names in the roster below. (Streaming links will continue to be updated as confirmations are completed.)
Please note that some players may appear on rosters outside of their primary organizations due to regional availability, special invitations, or team-based arrangements specific to this Invitational.
Here is the complete roster of teams and players who will take the stage in Seoul.
America
EMEA
APAC
Vietnam
Thailand
China
Petrichor Road
Cui71
MMing
AZ
i26v6
17Gaming
Four Angry Men
JDG Esports
Korea
DN FREECS
Gen G.
T1
Baegopa
Broadcast details will be announced soon on the official PUBG Esports channels.
Read the announcement on our website as well: https://pubgesports.com/en/news/9627
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ENTERING ERANGEL: SUBZERO - The Cold is Coming
Erangel: Subzero
…Everything began with a twisted ambition to turn the Battlegrounds into something far more unforgiving.
During a clandestine experiment, a catastrophic failure sent multiple Tythonic Satellites crashing down onto Erangel. The impact ruptured the Satellites and released cryogenic gas, which soon spread across the island. The Blue Zone was not spared from its influence, and Erangel’s climate began to warp under the growing chill. The crash sites froze over, and the island soon found itself gripped by sudden, severe changes in weather.
Now, you must fight to survive in Erangel’s frigid and treacherous landscape—and remember that this marks only the beginning of a long and unforgiving winter..
Area Modifications
Several areas across Erangel have changed following Satellite crashes.
Stalber
Stalber, where magnetic field experiments were being conducted, has frozen over due to the cryogenic gas leaking from the crashed Satellite.
Shelter
Shelter, once a hidden storage site for the Tythonic Satellites, now stands among the places where those Satellites have crashed back to earth. Rumor has it some of them hold valuable loot.
Sosnovka Military Base & Boatyard
These two areas have also undergone drastic changes.
Other Areas
- The bridge leading to Sosnovka Military Base has partially collapsed following a Satellite crash.
- The southwestern plain of Erangel has also seen major changes.
- Wreckage from crashed Satellites can be found in certain areas.
- Several rivers have frozen over due to the sharp drop in temperature.
- Snow piling up across Erangel has also altered parts of the terrain.
Blue Zone
※ The following changes apply to all modes except Team Deathmatch.
- A freezing effect has been added.
- The damage, speed, and radius of the Blue Zone remain unchanged.
- New visual and sound effects have been added, varying by the level of Blue Zone damage.
- The freezing effect is not blocked by the Jammer Pack.
- The above changes also apply to both the BZ Grenade and the BZ Grenade Launcher.
BZ Grenade
- A freezing effect has been added to the Blue Zone sphere generated upon throwing.
- This effect functions the same way as that of the Blue Zone.
New Weapon: BZ Grenade Launcher
Introducing a single-shot, break-open launcher found only in Erangel: Subzero. Use the BZ Grenade Launcher to pressure enemies or block their vision!
- Inventory slot: Secondary Weapons
- Ammo: 40mm BZ Grenade
- Ammo weight: 20
- When attached to a surface such as an object, the ground, wall, or roof, a Blue Zone sphere with a 7.5 m radius is created after a short delay.
- The sphere is less powerful than the one created by the BZ Grenade, dealing 8 damage per second.
- A warning sound plays before the sphere is generated.
- Does not activate when landing on water.
- 2-3 rounds spawn together with the BZ Grenade Launcher.
- Spawns in the World, Secret Rooms, and from Satellites.
Weather
Experience completely different weather conditions caused by the climate change.
- A faint chill can be felt in the air, though the skies remain clear for now.
- Applies to Arcade only.
- Snowflakes begin to fall, gradually covering the ground.
- With the Dynamic Weather feature enabled, changing winter conditions unfold across the Battlegrounds.
- Applies to Normal Match, Ranked, and Custom Match.
Spawn Changes
- The Vikendi Ghillie Suit now spawns in Secret Rooms, Care Packages, and special airdrops.
- The world spawn rate of the M79 has been increased.
- The world spawn rates of the P1911, P92, and R1895 have been slightly reduced.
Map
- The World Map and Minimap have been updated in alignment with the above changes.
Miscellaneous
- Due to the aftermath of the Satellite crash, the Red Zone has been disabled.
- The rivers and sea have frozen, temporarily suspending ferry operations.
- Airplanes operating over Erangel have received visual changes.
- When parachuting, visibility may be reduced due to changing weather conditions.
Update 39.1 brings a harsh winter to Erangel, PUBG’s most iconic battleground. The Blue Zone, now carrying a freezing effect, along with frozen rivers and terrain and shifting weather conditions, all demand quick decision-making and constant adaptation from players. Crossing frozen water to open new routes or engaging in firefights around snow-covered positions will introduce combat situations that feel entirely new. The new BZ Grenade Launcher also adds fresh tactical possibilities, allowing players to adapt their approach depending on the flow of battle. This update is more than a simple environmental change. It is designed to add tactical tension and bring variety to travel routes, key positions, and overall survival strategy across Erangel.
Erangel’s winter will only grow harsher as time goes on, and we hope you meet the challenge and forge your own path to victory in Erangel: Subzero.
Check out the 39.1 Patch Notes for more details on other updated features and the Map Service Report - Update 39.1 for the latest info on regional map preferences and rotations!
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