AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – 10 OCTOBER, 2024 – KRAFTON, Inc. is excited to announce the release of PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Update 32.1, bringing significant improvements and new gameplay experiences for players. This patch includes a global region merge, a challenging new Arcade mode, and long-awaited adjustments to Care Package items, alongside other exciting updates. Key update highlights can be found below or you can check out the full patch notes here: Update 32.1 patch notes.
- Global Region Merge for Improved Queue Times and Competition: In an effort to enhance the player experience, Update 32.1 introduces a region merge, aimed at reducing queue times and increasing the level of competition by bringing more players together globally. This change will go live with the update, and players can refer to the official Region Merge Announcement for detailed information on the regions impacted.
- New Arcade Mode: Hungers Left Behind: Prepare to face an even greater challenge with the introduction of Hungers Left Behind in Arcade Mode. This new mode ups the difficulty of the Survivors Left Behind experience, increasing the damage dealt by Hungers and forcing players to strategise more carefully to survive. Team up with friends and face this terrifying new threat when Hungers Left Behind drops on today for PC and October 17 for consoles.
- Care Package Weapon Adjustments: Care Package weapons are receiving much-needed updates for the first time in a while. Players will notice both buffs and nerfs to various items, bringing a fresh dynamic to the battlegrounds. Full details on the weapon adjustments can be found in the official patch notes.
- More Updates in Patch 32.1: In addition to the new mode and weapon adjustments, Update 32.1 includes the launch of a new Survivor Pass, the start of the next Ranked season, updates to the recall system, bug fixes, and more. For a complete overview of all the changes, players can refer to the Patch Notes.
Get a glimpse of the PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 32.1 Update by watching the Patch Report, or read the full patch notes on the official website here.
For more information on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, please visit https://pubg.com/en-eu and the official social media channels: YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Twitch and TikTok.
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