43.2|Oct 13, 2026
View on Steam↗Patch Notes - Update 43.2
4/5 Significant
PUBG x Bentley collaboration arrives alongside the Dawnbreakers of Rondo mode and a massive overhaul to console controller schemes and lobby UX.
Key Changes
- 1PUBG x Bentley collaboration brings luxury vehicles to the battleground
- 2New 'Dawnbreakers of Rondo' mode features generator defense survival gameplay
- 3Console controller overhaul introduces 'PUBG Standard' and 'Shooter Standard' presets
- 4Lobby UX rework: Matchmaking now starts immediately without requiring a 'Ready' status from all teammates
- 5Vehicle spawns unified across Normal and Ranked modes for a consistent experience
- 6Motor Glider spawns standardized to 6 per map (2 fixed with fuel, 4 random without)
- 7Message Radial improved with new 'Get in the vehicle!' and 'Move!' commands
- 8Playgrounds Editor gains Undo/Redo (50 actions) and object grouping (up to 100 objects)
- 9Custom Match hosts can now adjust Explosion Impulse multipliers from 0-10x
- 10Erangel terrain destruction textures updated to be darker and more identifiable
All Changes
🤝Collaborations & Events(3)
- newBentley: Introduced the PUBG x BENTLEY collaboration featuring Bentley vehicles.
- newDawnbreakers of Rondo: Added the SLB: Dawnbreakers of Rondo game mode featuring generator defense and survival mechanics.
- removeJujutsu Kaisen: Removed PUBG x Jujutsu Kaisen collaboration buildings and decorations from all maps.
🔫Gameplay(12)
- changeMessage Radial: Improved phrases and icons in the Message Radial for better clarity.
- newMessage Radial: Added 'Request to Board' ('Get in the vehicle!') message to the World Message Radial.
- changeMessage Radial: Changed the 'Thank You' message to a 'Request to Move' ('Move!') message.
- changeItem Markers: Updated the item marker icon for better visibility.
- changeItem Markers: Item markers displayed in the world are now only visible within a 300m range.
- changeWorld Markers: Care Packages, Deathboxes, Vending Machines, and Loot Truck Crates now use world markers instead of item markers.
- changeWaypoint Radial: Improved visibility of the dotted line in the Waypoint Radial.
- changeRadio Messages: Radio messages are now visible while the Inventory is open.
- newUI: Added an off-screen marker feature to indicate teammates and markers outside the current view.
- newMessage Radial: Added key bindings to open specific pages of the World Message Radial directly via shortcuts.
- changeVehicles: Unified vehicle spawn types and quantities across Normal and Ranked matches on Erangel, Miramar, Taego, Vikendi, Deston, and Rondo.
- changeMotor Glider: Standardized Motor Glider spawns: 6 total per map, with 2 fixed spawns (includes fuel) and 4 random spawns (no fuel).
🗺️Maps(1)
- changeErangel: Improved terrain destruction textures on Erangel; dirt and rock exposed now appear darker for easier identification.
🛠️Playgrounds & Custom Match(16)
- newPUBG: Playgrounds: Added winners of the PUBG: Playgrounds x CurseForge UGC Contest to the game mode rotation.
- newEditor: Added Undo (Ctrl+Z) and Redo (Ctrl+Y) features for object placement, saving up to 50 actions.
- newEditor: Added object grouping (G key) and multi-selection (R key) for up to 100 objects.
- newEditor: Added a Placement Log to record object placement actions by players.
- changeEditor: Player nicknames are now always displayed above characters in Edit Mode.
- newCustom Match: Added Individual Team Settings allowing hosts to set specific min/max player counts (0-10) per team.
- newCustom Match: Added 10 observer slots to the Team Selection screen in Custom Matches.
- newCustom Match: Added an Explosion Impulse multiplier (0-10x) for grenades, C4, vehicles, and more.
- newCustom Match: Added a Force End Match feature for hosts with a 10-second countdown.
- newCustom Match: Added a 'Host Only' chat option for Custom Match lobbies.
- newCustom Match: Added a Random Team Assignment feature for hosts to shuffle participants.
- newIntense Battle Royale: Added spectating rules for Intense Battle Royale, including Killer Spectating and Observer Voice Chat.
- newCustom Match: Added a 'Hide Player Nicknames' option to display players as 'Unknown #000'.
- changeCustom Match: Enabled joining matches by double-clicking them in the match list.
- changeCustom Match: Synchronized team numbers between the lobby and the in-game Observer screen.
- newCustom Match: Added the ability to kick players by selecting their nickname in lobby chat.
🎮Console(9)
- newController Presets: Introduced 'PUBG Standard' controller preset, designed for players familiar with other console shooters.
- newController Presets: Introduced 'Shooter Standard' controller preset, focused on consistent mapping across all situations.
- changeMessage Radial: Updated Message Radial to use the R Stick for navigation and selection.
- changeMarkers: Enemy markers can now be placed regardless of whether the player is aiming.
- removeRadio Messages: Removed the Radio Message Preset option.
- buffControls: Reduced activation time for 'hold' button actions to improve responsiveness.
- changeWorld Map: Enabled cursor movement and A-button selection on the World Map.
- buffEmotes: Increased L Stick input range to prevent unintentional cancellation of moving emotes.
- changeController Presets: Improved Custom Presets to allow Scope Aim and Kick to be assigned to the same button.
🖥️UI/UX(8)
- changeSupply Bay: Added special animations for Gold Cards in the Supply Bay cargo opening.
- newSupply Bay: Added a 'Claim All' button for cumulative rewards in the Supply Bay.
- newLobby: Added the ability to delegate host status or reorder teammates in the lobby without disbanding.
- newLobby: Enabled kicking offline teammates from the lobby.
- newLobby: Added preview of in-game numbers for teammates in the lobby; host can reassign numbers by dragging nameplates.
- changeMatchmaking: Matchmaking now starts immediately when the host clicks Play, removing the requirement for all teammates to be 'Ready'.
- newLobby: Added status indicators to show if teammates are away or in another menu.
- changeUI: The Matchmaking banner is now draggable to any position on the screen.
⚡Performance(2)
- fixPerformance: Optimized overall in-game performance for smoother gameplay.
- fixAudio Engine: Updated the internal audio engine on PC for improved stability.
🛠️Workshop(2)
- newHunter's Chest: Added WINTER'S WILDEST CREATURES items to Hunter's Chests.
- newHunter's Chest: Added SURVIVOR PASS: ERANGEL SUBZERO items to Hunter's Chests.
🐞Bug Fixes(37)
- fixGameplay: Fixed parachute deployment altitude issues from the starting plane.
- fixAudio: Fixed missing landing sound after a Jump Kick.
- fixGameplay: Fixed scope centering issues when aiming on the water's surface.
- fixGameplay: Fixed an issue allowing Kicks while moving if the inventory was opened.
- fixStun Gun: Fixed Stun Gun affected characters not dying at 0 HP when unable to enter DBNO.
- fixGas Can: Fixed Gas Cans not exploding from Molotovs on moving transport like ferries or trains.
- fixAnimations: Fixed execution animation errors when a player forcibly exits the game.
- fixPUBG: Playgrounds: Fixed characters spawning below ground in Playgrounds - Road To Pan.
- fixCasual Mode: Fixed missing team numbers for players and bots in Casual Mode.
- fixGameplay: Fixed revive animations playing without actual progress.
- fixDeath Cam: Fixed thrown melee weapons from vehicles not appearing in Death Cam.
- fixController Presets: Fixed controller custom presets unintentionally restoring old actions.
- fixPUBG: Playgrounds: Fixed PC crash when editing Market Device item lists in Playgrounds.
- fixPUBG: Playgrounds: Fixed Action Restriction Device remaining active when switching modes in Playgrounds.
- fixGameplay: Fixed incorrect player character positioning under specific conditions on PC.
- fixKarakin: Fixed collision and texture issues on Karakin.
- fixRondo: Fixed characters spawning below ground at a specific Rondo starting point.
- fixHaven: Fixed World Map position errors in Intense Battle Royale on Haven.
- fixUI: Fixed Arabic language weapon category tab display in Team Deathmatch.
- fixUI: Fixed Waypoints disappearing from Minimap after switching vehicle seats.
- fixSupply Bay: Fixed Supply Bay page disappearing under certain conditions.
- fixLobby: Fixed errors preventing lobby entry after a match.
- fixUI: Fixed match entry errors when the client was minimized.
- fixUI: Fixed incorrect Medal image positions in Career Leaderboards.
- fixUI: Fixed Preset Slots not activating immediately after PUBG Plus purchase.
- fixStore: Fixed Store redirect issues for Contender Cargo Tickets.
- fixUI: Fixed secondary password confirm shortcut functionality.
- fixPUBG: Playgrounds: Fixed Playgrounds results leaderboard ranking logic.
- fixSettings: Fixed Change Scope Mode key display issues in Settings.
- fixUI: Fixed missing weapon attachment UI in Intense Battle Royale.
- fixVisuals: Fixed weapon overlapping with backpack when switching FPP to TPP.
- fixUI: Fixed alignment of remaining time text for Check-in Events.
- fixUI: Fixed off-screen markers not displaying on Minimap when Team Marker option was disabled.
- fixCareer: Fixed missing Solo records for Seasons 36-42 on PC.
- fixReplay: Fixed 2D Replay team ranking discrepancies on PC.
- fixUI: Fixed controller focus issues in the Team Management menu on PC.
- fixConsole: Fixed Console marker function issues in Custom Presets.
👕Cosmetics & Items(11)
- fixSkins: Fixed transparency issues with Time Keeper's Shorts on female characters.
- fixSkins: Fixed Glasya's Hair movement animations.
- fixSkins: Fixed 10000DAYS' Top not displaying on male characters.
- fixSkins: Fixed sleeve width issues on certain jackets.
- fixSkins: Fixed wrist transparency with HUYA Tactical Gloves and certain jackets.
- fixSkins: Fixed hair display issues with PGI.S Tactical Hoodie and Happy 7th Anniversary Unicone Hat.
- fixSkins: Fixed helmet animation issues on character Eve.
- fixSkins: Fixed calf transparency with Rebel at Heart Boots.
- fixSkins: Fixed clipping between GI Army Pants and certain boots.
- fixSkins: Fixed ankle transparency with Plaid Shorts and Twisted Devotee Boots.
- fixSkins: Fixed glove display issues with Pool Party Swimsuit.
Summary
Update 43.2 introduces a high-profile collaboration with Bentley and the return of the ravenous in the Dawnbreakers of Rondo mode. Gameplay sees significant quality-of-life improvements to the Message Radial and a total rebalance of vehicle spawns to unify Normal and Ranked play. Console players receive a major controller overhaul with two new standardized presets, while Custom Match and Playgrounds creators gain powerful new tools like Undo/Redo, object grouping, and explosion impulse multipliers. The lobby experience has also been streamlined, removing the 'Ready' requirement for teammates and allowing hosts to manage team numbers and status more dynamically.