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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Action
Adventure
Massively Multiplayer
Free To Play
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Custom Volume Controls
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Stats
Remote Play on Phone
Remote Play on Tablet

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.

Developers: PUBG Corporation
Publishers: KRAFTON, Inc.
Release Date: Dec 21, 2017
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 355k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(66%)
equal start
fun with friends
best BR
intense matches
original battle royal
game evolution
tedious solo play
competitive gameplay
prevalence of cheaters
technical issues
unfair matchmaking
cash grab
The general sentiment towards the game is quite with many praising its role as the originator of the battle royal genre and its fun multiplayer experiences, while criticisms focus on cheating issues, technical problems, and perceived greed from developers. There is a sense of nostalgia for the game's early days amidst the enjoyment players still find in its core mechanics.

Positive Points

  • The game offers an equal start for players at every match, regardless of their level or purchased items.
  • The graphics and gameplay mechanics are appreciated by some players.
  • PUBG is often praised as one of the best battle royal games available.
  • The game is considered fun, especially when played with friends, and it offers intense and exciting matches.
  • PUBG is seen as the original battle royal game that popularized the genre.

    • Negative Points

  • There is significant criticism about the prevalence of cheaters and the developers' alleged inaction in addressing this issue.
  • Players reported technical issues like frequent crashes and bugs, which detract from the experience.
  • Some reviews mentioned that matchmaking is unfair, often pitting new players against highly experienced ones.
  • The game is described as a cash grab with expensive in-game purchases and gambling-like elements, which some players find off-putting.

    • Mixed Points

  • Some players feel the game has evolved positively with updates but still miss features or the experience from its earlier days.
  • The game can become tedious over time, especially in solo play, but it remains enjoyable for short periods.
  • While many enjoy the competitive gameplay, others express fatigue with the repetitive nature of battle royal games.

    • Common Themes

  • The battle royal genre and how PUBG has helped shape it.
  • The fun and engaging experience of playing with friends versus the less enjoyable solo experience.
  • Concerns about cheating, technical stability, and developer support.
  • The game's evolution and how nostalgia affects player opinions on current versions.
    • Updated 6/18/2026, 12:01:25 AM UTC
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