PUBG Roadmap 2018
The 2018 Roadmap outlines a year of expansion focusing on new maps, ballistic realism, animation overhauls, and the foundation for a competitive esports ecosystem.
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- Character Animations
- Overhauling TPP and FPP animation systems to be smoother and more reactive to the environment, including vehicle interactions.
- Parachuting:Overhauling the parachuting system for better responsiveness and polished animations.
- Social & UI
- Added an in-game friends list for easier social management.→Added
- Main Menu:Enabled squad voice chat directly within the main menu.→Added
- Custom Games
- Expanded the Custom Game System with more control and the ability to save presets.→Fine-grained
- Distributed custom game access to a wider audience of players.→Wider
◆Other changes10
- Small Island MapIntroduced a new 4x4km island map designed for higher player density and faster-paced matches.→4x4km km
- Medium Island MapA new 8x8km map is in development to provide a mid-sized gameplay experience.→8x8km km
- Ballistics SystemAdded limb and vehicle bullet penetration to increase realism and depth of the ballistic system.→Added
- Audio System
- Vehicles:Increased vehicle sound detail, adding suspension, skidding, and weather-specific sounds like rain.→Increased
- Weapons:Gun sounds will now be more distinctly different depending on the player's point of view.→Distinct
- Movement:Movement sounds will now correspond to the equipment the player is carrying.→Dynamic
- Player:Introduced specific breathing sounds for running, aiming down sights, and holding breath.→Added
- Social & UI
- Introduced an Emote System allowing players to express themselves in-game.→Added
- Introduced an achievement system to track player milestones.→Added
- Matchmaking & RankingImproving the MMR and overall ranking system based on player performance data.→Improved
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Patch history
- PC 1.0 Update #23.1Nov 16, 2018 · 94mo
Update 23.1 introduces a customizable emote wheel, a paid name change option, and various bug fixes and UI improvements.
+6→ - Event Mode - Tequila SunriseApr 5, 2018 · 102mo
Tequila Sunrise is a limited-time event mode on Miramar featuring shotguns and melee weapons only, increased high-tier loot spawns, and a modified safe zone system.
+4−1→ - Codename: Savage Beta - Day Two UpdateApr 4, 2018 · 102mo
Codename: Savage Beta update introducing Squads, loot rate increases, blue zone timing adjustments, and vehicle spawn changes.
+4−1→ - 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.
+2→ - →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.
- →Codename: Savage Map Testing Is ComingMar 30, 2018 · 102mo
Announcement of an upcoming limited testing window for the new 4x4 map, Codename: Savage.
- 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.
+3→ - →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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