PUBG Update 36.2 kicks off a vibrant transformation across Myiar with its latest Acea collaboration. Players will now find updated zones such as the Desert Dome, arena, and rest stop, all featuring aesthetics tied to the K-pop group. Starting islands on every 8×8 map showcase a new emote stage, while themed planes and care packages replace the usual visuals—except on Paramo.
Acea-themed skins for the Mini-14, M416, AKM, M249, and even the Pan are live, complete with stat tracking. Expect animated cosmetics, music across the map, and emotes restricted only when music videos are active. This collaboration is available through special crafting until August 11, giving players roughly a month to earn tokens and unlock everything.
Gameplay Changes: Red Zone Nerf, BRDM Adjustments, and C4 Spawn Tweaks (PUBG Update)
Several core gameplay systems have shifted. The Red Zone has been disabled from phase 3 onward on Arenas, Deston, and Taego, completely disappearing from phase 4 through the endgame. This aims to reduce randomness in final zones and encourage fairer engagements.
The BRDM-2 now moves slower and has reduced durability. While this change primarily affects ranked and esports play, players in normal matches may still feel the impact. Meanwhile, C4 hasn’t changed functionally but will now spawn less frequently on all 8×8 maps.
Vehicle Camouflage Netting also received adjustments. It now appears on Rondo and Taego in addition to other maps, weighs less (15 units), and can take around six hits before breaking. However, if players target tires, they can quickly break both the net and disable the vehicle. Net destruction also triggers if the vehicle explodes, tilts, or moves—adding tactical depth to engagements.
UGC Alpha Arrives: Map Editor, Custom Modes, and G-COIN Giveaways
The most exciting addition in Update 36.2 is UGC Alpha, PUBG’s first wave of modding support. Though limited to PUBG Partners and esports players for map creation, all players can join and participate in custom matches. UGC currently functions as a map editor with the ability to add gameplay modifiers, items, structures, and even timers.
Community-driven events and game modes—such as Hunger Games-style matches—are already in the works. Expect content creators to lead the charge in showcasing what’s possible with this new sandbox-style system.
To encourage engagement, PUBG is running G-COIN giveaways tied to UGC sessions. Those who jump into these matches can expect fun, variety, and chances to win free rewards simply by participating.
Clan System, Solo Duo Queue, Esports Skins, and Steam Recording
Clan improvements include a new member ranking page, weekly resets every Wednesday, and a member of the week system based on contribution. New clan tags, like a Halloween-themed one, offer cosmetic flair for active squads.
Regions that support duo mode can now opt into solo duo matchmaking, allowing players to queue alone against other pairs. Whether this leads to better queue times or more balanced gameplay remains to be seen.
The Pick’em Challenge returns July 16, giving players the chance to predict tournament outcomes for rewards. Additionally, new PNC 2025 national team helmets and skins join returning PNC 2023–2024 items in the July store update.
PUBG also introduced Steam Game Recording support. Matches now auto-record, marking moments like kills, knockdowns, and wins on the timeline. This simplifies content creation and replay scrubbing for players not using third-party tools like OBS.
Bug Fixes and Optimization
Sanhok has been further optimized to reduce movement hitching. Major bugs like death cam spectating failures and invisible ankle models have been resolved. Other fixes address UI inconsistencies, incorrect item previews, and rare visual bugs like the “Lost Shirt” glitch.
