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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
ActionAdventureMassively Multiplayer
PUBG Corporation · KRAFTON, Inc.
Apr 18, 2017 · 113mo ago

Early Access Month 1 Update

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The first monthly Early Access update focuses on performance stabilization, the introduction of the Vector SMG and Motorbike, and significant quality-of-life improvements to movement and UI.

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Buffs7

  • Revive State
    • Movement:Players in the REVIVE state can now move sideways and backwards, allowing them to reposition while waiting for help.StationarySideways/Backwards
    • Revive Timer:The REVIVE timer no longer decreases while a teammate is actively attempting to revive the player.Decreases during revivePaused during revive
  • Character Movement
    • Crouch:Players can now sprint while in the crouch stance.DisabledEnabled
    • Prone:Players can now move while aiming or scoping in the prone state.Stationary while aimingMobile while aiming
  • UI
    • World Map:Map markers and teammate names are now visible to all teammates on the world map.HiddenVisible
    • Attachments:Added descriptions for weapon attachments to help players understand their effects.Added
  • AudioFootsteps:Footstep sounds now allow players to determine which floor an opponent is on.UnclearFloor-specific

Nerfs1

  • Combat MechanicsHealing/Boosting:Players can no longer use heal or boost items while in water.Allowed in waterDisabled in water

Bug fixes1

  • Combat MechanicsHitbox:Fixed an issue where the head hitbox was slightly larger than the actual character model.Slightly largerAccurate

Other changes6

  • VectorAdded the Vector SMG, a powerful weapon optimized for short to mid-range combat.Added
  • MotorbikeAdded the Motorbike with a sidecar to the game world.Added
  • CrossbowThe crossbow has been added back into the game.RemovedAdded
  • Assault RiflesAdjusted the overall balance of all Assault Rifles to improve gameplay fairness.
  • AttachmentsAdjusted the overall balance on all weapon attachments.
  • AudioBullets:Added distinct sound effects for supersonic and non-supersonic bullet speeds.UniformSupersonic/Non-supersonic

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Patch history

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    Codename: Savage Beta update introducing Squads, loot rate increases, blue zone timing adjustments, and vehicle spawn changes.

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  4. PC 1.0 Update #9Apr 3, 2018 · 102mo

    PC 1.0 Update #9 introduces a new killer spectating system, UI adjustments to voice chat, and various bug fixes for vehicles and the death cam.

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  5. Get Access to the Codename: Savage Closed Experimental ServerApr 2, 2018 · 102mo

    Announcement for the Codename: Savage closed experimental server test for a new 4x4 map.

  6. Codename: Savage Map Testing Is ComingMar 30, 2018 · 102mo

    Announcement of an upcoming limited testing window for the new 4x4 map, Codename: Savage.

  7. Event Mode – Flare GunMar 30, 2018 · 102mo

    Introduction of the Flare Gun to the Event Mode loot table, allowing players to call in high-tier care packages.

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  8. Celebrate PUBG's 1-Year Anniversary with a Special GiftMar 27, 2018 · 102mo

    This announcement contains no gameplay changes, focusing instead on a 1-year anniversary celebration and gifts.

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