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PUBG: Battlegrounds
42.3|Aug 11, 2026
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Patch Notes - Update 42.3

3/5 Moderate

Update 42.3 introduces a major Map Selection System adjustment for Western regions and Console alongside a new Gunplay Meta Rotation.

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Key Changes

  • 1Significant adjustments to the Map Selection System for NA, SA, EU, RU, and Console regions
  • 2Introduction of the 'New Era of Gunplay: Meta Rotation' to refresh combat
  • 3Improved Unban Policy specifically for cases of account theft
  • 4August 2026 Store Update featuring new cosmetic items
  • 5Launch of PUBG Global Series (PGS) Circuit 3 in Shanghai
  • 6Release of the Update 42.3 Map Service Report

All Changes

🗺️Map Service(2)

  • changeMap Selection System: Significant adjustments implemented for the Map Selection System across NA, SA, EU, RU, and Console platforms.
  • changeMap Service: New Map Service Report detailing map availability and rotations for Update 42.3.

🔫Gameplay(2)

  • changeGunplay: Introduction of a new Gunplay Meta Rotation to refresh combat mechanics.
  • changeUpdate 42.3: Update 42.3 introduces various new features and improvements to the game.

🛡️Anti-Cheat(4)

  • changeUnban Policy: Implementation of an improved unban policy specifically designed for players affected by account theft.
  • fixAnti-Cheat: Weekly Bans Notice for the period of 07/27 to 08/02.
  • fixAnti-Cheat: Weekly Bans Notice for the period of 07/20 to 07/26.
  • fixAnti-Cheat: Weekly Bans Notice for the period of 07/13 to 07/19.

💰Store(1)

  • newStore: The August Store Update introduces new items and cosmetics to the in-game shop.

🏆Esports(1)

  • newPGS Circuit 3: PGS Circuit 3 featuring PGS 7, 8, and 9 begins in Shanghai, running from August 5 to 23.

Summary

Map & System Adjustments

Update 42.3 brings a major overhaul to the Map Selection System for players in NA, SA, EU, RU, and on Console. This is supported by a new Map Service Report providing transparency on current map rotations and availability.

Gunplay Meta

The update introduces "A New Era of Gunplay" through a Meta Rotation, aimed at shifting the tactical landscape and weapon balance to refresh the combat experience.

Security & Community

A new Improved Unban Policy has been established to assist players who have suffered from account theft. Additionally, the August Store Update refreshes the shop with new content, and the PGS Circuit 3 esports event kicks off in Shanghai, featuring PGS 7, 8, and 9.

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