PUBG Studios has announced that its PUBG spin off PUBG: Blindspot will be released into Early Access on February 5th. PUBG: Blindspot is a different experience to Battlegrounds, as this is a top down 5v5 tactical shooter within enclosed spaces instead of a bigger, open world. You can check out the gameplay in the trailer below.

The PUBG: Blindspot trailer above shows two teams of five battling it out as one side defends while another attacks. Players can only see  what is happening in their line of sight, so anything obscured by doors or walls is hidden from view. That is unless you decide to blow a wall up to try and get a jump on the opposition. The attacking team is trying to fight through the building to hack into the hidden Crypt, while the defending team is trying to stop the hack from happening. Players will have access to unique characters that have their own playstyles and weapon preferences, with those including assault rifles, submachine guns, shotguns, long-range weapons like sniper rifles and DMR, pistols, and grenade launchers.

As this will be an early access release the content and experience of PUBG: Blindspot will evolve as the development team tweak the game based on player feedback. A release date for the 1.0 version has not yet been set.

Source: Steam

PUBG has been updated to version 39.2 on PC today, with consoles getting the update on January 15th, and this update has intensified the environmental conditions that were first introduced as part of Erangel: Subzero. In addition, there is a new danger from the skies with the introduction of a new Satellite Crash Special Zone. Additionally, there is some new gear including the frost zone bomb and the thermal protection suit to help survive the plunging temperatures. You can read the full patch notes below.

PUBG Update 39.2 Patch Notes

Erangel: Subzero

Erangel’s harsh cold intensifies, ushering in a range of changes.

Special Zone: Satellite Crash

• The Special Zone spawns four times per match, primarily within the Safe Zone.
• When a Satellite crash is detected, a warning message appears on screen.
• Upcoming Special Zone locations are displayed on the World Map and Minimap.
• After a short delay, Satellites crash down along with multiple modules that generate Blue Zone spheres.
  • Blue Zone spheres deal 10 damage per second.
  • The freezing effect is applied to the Blue Zone spheres.
• Various items can be looted from the crashed Satellites.
• Crashing Satellites deal impact damage.

New Weapon: Frost Zone Bomb

※ Not available in Team Deathmatch.

• Inventory slot: Throwables
• Weight: 40
• Can be deployed using the left mouse button.
  • Deployment can be canceled midway.
  • Deployment may be canceled by damage, collisions, or movement.
  • Can be placed on flat surfaces, with restrictions on certain terrain and objects.
  • Can be deployed on most vehicles, with a few exceptions. It attaches to the exterior upon deployment.
• Cannot be destroyed or defused once deployment is complete.
• A warning sound plays for a short duration before detonation.
• Creates a Blue Zone sphere with a maximum radius of 20 m upon detonation.
  • Deals 14 damage per second.
  • The freezing effect is applied.

• Spawns only from Satellites.

New Item: Thermal Protection Suit

• When worn, it blocks a certain amount of Blue Zone damage.

  • Blocking Blue Zone damage also prevents the freezing effect.

• The suit’s appearance changes with durability, reflecting its damage state.
• When worn together with the Jammer Pack, anti-Blue Zone protection is cumulative.

• • Item durability is consumed in the following order: Jammer Pack → Thermal Protection Suit.

• Spawns only from Satellites.

Weather

• As blizzards sweep across the map and Erangel is blanketed in white, the climate grows increasingly unforgiving.
• Applies to Normal Match, Ranked, and Custom Match.

World: Rondo

Following the recent changes to Rondo, we’ve rebalanced item spawns across the map to ensure a smoother and more consistent looting experience.

Spawn Changes

• To provide a looting experience comparable to other 8×8 km maps, spawn rates for various world spawn items have been adjusted.
• Weapon, attachment, and Throwable spawns inside Secret Rooms have been increased.
• Fixed spawn spots and the total spawn quantity for the Inflatable Boat have been reduced.

(PC) New Feature: Secondary Password

※ The following updates apply to all PC platforms.

Setup & Usage Guide

• The secondary password must be a 6-8 digit number, and SMS authentication is required for both initial setup and resets.

  • Even if you have previously completed SMS authentication for Ranked play, reauthentication is required to set up the secondary password.
  • You can set up the secondary password by clicking “Set Secondary Password” from the Career – Overview page or the Ranked menu.
  • The same digit cannot be used 3 times in a row.

• Accounts with a secondary password enabled will be prompted to verify the password every 24 hours when entering the lobby.

  • If you log in from a different PC, secondary password authentication will be required regardless of the time.
  • You must complete secondary password authentication to access the lobby.
• The secondary password can be reset by clicking “Reset Secondary Password” from the Career – Overview page or the secondary password authentication popup.
• After five or more incorrect attempts, you will be directed to the secondary password reset process.

Important Notes

• Secondary password authentication is required to play Ranked matches.

  • Accounts without a secondary password can still access all other content except Ranked mode.

• The existing SMS authentication requirement for Ranked mode has been removed and replaced with the secondary password setup.
• If any member of a party does not have a secondary password enabled, the party will not be able to play Ranked matches.
• If you forget your secondary password, you can reset it. However, disabling the secondary password requires contacting Customer Support.
• If SMS authentication is attempted more than 10 times, sending pin codes will be restricted for 24 hours.

Arcade

Team Deathmatch

※ The following updates apply to Custom Match as well.

• Adjusted the images, display duration, and size of on-screen notifications based on player feedback.

Workshop

New item sets have been added to the Hunter’s Chest and Archivist’s Chest.

• Minx and Maven
• Survivor Pass: Spirit Squad

Survivor Pass

• A brand new Survivor Pass is prepared for Update 39.2.

Hideout

• The maximum number of weapon skins that can be salvaged at once has been increased from 24 to 60.

UX/UI

• (Console) Adjusted visual effects that displayed differently on Xbox.

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where the sound effect for the Adrenaline Syringe would intermittently cut off during use.
• Fixed an issue where, under specific circumstances, seat priority became locked when boarding the Motor Glider, preventing players from boarding correctly.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where sprint did not resume after using Bandages when sprint toggle was enabled.
• (Console) Fixed an issue on Xbox where in-game audio did not work properly when Dolby Access was enabled.

World

• Fixed an issue on the Rondo map where Safe Zones spawned in unintended locations.

UX/UI

• Fixed an issue where part of the BP icon was cut off on the End of Match screen.
• Fixed an issue where notification indicators on Special Vehicle skin customization items were displayed incorrectly in the Edit Skin screen.
• Fixed an issue where Korean particles following nicknames ending in a lowercase “n” or “m” were displayed incorrectly in the Match Log and other areas in the Korean language settings.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where a system message appeared twice when pressing the assigned hotkey without a Throwable equipped.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where the spacing between the character status panel and the HP bar appeared abnormal while spectating.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where Player 1’s markers were not displayed while the “Show Team Markers” setting was enabled in Observer Mode.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where parts of Player 1’s waypoints were still displayed while the “Hide Team Markers” setting was enabled in Observer Mode.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where the DirectX Version shown in the Settings – Graphics – Advanced tab did not match the version actually applied on first launch.

Items & Skins

※ Clipping issue: Graphics that are shown outside the visible part of an image/object.

• Fixed an issue where the Mirado vehicle skins were not displayed correctly after returning from the System menu on the Customize – Vehicles page.
• Fixed a clipping issue when wearing the Balenciaga 360 Mask Sunglasses or Balenciaga Venice Beach Mask with certain hats.
• Fixed a clipping issue when wearing the PGC 2024 Light Top or Cerberus’ Jacket with a vest.
• Fixed an issue where the tire wheel textures of the “Panamera Turbo S” Sedan skin were displayed incorrectly at certain distances.
• Fixed a clipping issue around the shoulders when the female character wore the PNC 2023 Trailblazer Top with the Happy Hibernation Hoodie (Sand).
• Fixed a clipping issue around the pelvic area when the female character wore certain skirts.
• Fixed an issue where the XingHun’s Tiger Starfire Mask and earrings could be worn together.
• Fixed an issue where the left rear door frame of the “Panamera Turbo S” Sedan skin was not displayed correctly.
• Fixed an issue where the ankles became transparent when the female character wore the Shiba Jogger Leggings with Mad Nurse’s Boots.

Source:  NEWS – PUBG: BATTLEGROUND

PUBG Studios has announced that its PUBG spin off PUBG: Blindspot will be released into Early Access on February 5th. PUBG: Blindspot is a different experience to Battlegrounds, as this is a top down 5v5 tactical shooter within enclosed spaces instead of a bigger, open world. You can check out the gameplay in the trailer below.

The PUBG: Blindspot trailer above shows two teams of five battling it out as one side defends while another attacks. Players can only see  what is happening in their line of sight, so anything obscured by doors or walls is hidden from view. That is unless you decide to blow a wall up to try and get a jump on the opposition. The attacking team is trying to fight through the building to hack into the hidden Crypt, while the defending team is trying to stop the hack from happening. Players will have access to unique characters that have their own playstyles and weapon preferences, with those including assault rifles, submachine guns, shotguns, long-range weapons like sniper rifles and DMR, pistols, and grenade launchers.

As this will be an early access release the content and experience of PUBG: Blindspot will evolve as the development team tweak the game based on player feedback. A release date for the 1.0 version has not yet been set.

Source: Steam

PUBG has been updated to version 39.2 on PC today, with consoles getting the update on January 15th, and this update has intensified the environmental conditions that were first introduced as part of Erangel: Subzero. In addition, there is a new danger from the skies with the introduction of a new Satellite Crash Special Zone. Additionally, there is some new gear including the frost zone bomb and the thermal protection suit to help survive the plunging temperatures. You can read the full patch notes below.

PUBG Update 39.2 Patch Notes

Erangel: Subzero

Erangel’s harsh cold intensifies, ushering in a range of changes.

Special Zone: Satellite Crash

• The Special Zone spawns four times per match, primarily within the Safe Zone.
• When a Satellite crash is detected, a warning message appears on screen.
• Upcoming Special Zone locations are displayed on the World Map and Minimap.
• After a short delay, Satellites crash down along with multiple modules that generate Blue Zone spheres.
  • Blue Zone spheres deal 10 damage per second.
  • The freezing effect is applied to the Blue Zone spheres.
• Various items can be looted from the crashed Satellites.
• Crashing Satellites deal impact damage.

New Weapon: Frost Zone Bomb

※ Not available in Team Deathmatch.

• Inventory slot: Throwables
• Weight: 40
• Can be deployed using the left mouse button.
  • Deployment can be canceled midway.
  • Deployment may be canceled by damage, collisions, or movement.
  • Can be placed on flat surfaces, with restrictions on certain terrain and objects.
  • Can be deployed on most vehicles, with a few exceptions. It attaches to the exterior upon deployment.
• Cannot be destroyed or defused once deployment is complete.
• A warning sound plays for a short duration before detonation.
• Creates a Blue Zone sphere with a maximum radius of 20 m upon detonation.
  • Deals 14 damage per second.
  • The freezing effect is applied.

• Spawns only from Satellites.

New Item: Thermal Protection Suit

• When worn, it blocks a certain amount of Blue Zone damage.

  • Blocking Blue Zone damage also prevents the freezing effect.

• The suit’s appearance changes with durability, reflecting its damage state.
• When worn together with the Jammer Pack, anti-Blue Zone protection is cumulative.

• • Item durability is consumed in the following order: Jammer Pack → Thermal Protection Suit.

• Spawns only from Satellites.

Weather

• As blizzards sweep across the map and Erangel is blanketed in white, the climate grows increasingly unforgiving.
• Applies to Normal Match, Ranked, and Custom Match.

World: Rondo

Following the recent changes to Rondo, we’ve rebalanced item spawns across the map to ensure a smoother and more consistent looting experience.

Spawn Changes

• To provide a looting experience comparable to other 8×8 km maps, spawn rates for various world spawn items have been adjusted.
• Weapon, attachment, and Throwable spawns inside Secret Rooms have been increased.
• Fixed spawn spots and the total spawn quantity for the Inflatable Boat have been reduced.

(PC) New Feature: Secondary Password

※ The following updates apply to all PC platforms.

Setup & Usage Guide

• The secondary password must be a 6-8 digit number, and SMS authentication is required for both initial setup and resets.

  • Even if you have previously completed SMS authentication for Ranked play, reauthentication is required to set up the secondary password.
  • You can set up the secondary password by clicking “Set Secondary Password” from the Career – Overview page or the Ranked menu.
  • The same digit cannot be used 3 times in a row.

• Accounts with a secondary password enabled will be prompted to verify the password every 24 hours when entering the lobby.

  • If you log in from a different PC, secondary password authentication will be required regardless of the time.
  • You must complete secondary password authentication to access the lobby.
• The secondary password can be reset by clicking “Reset Secondary Password” from the Career – Overview page or the secondary password authentication popup.
• After five or more incorrect attempts, you will be directed to the secondary password reset process.

Important Notes

• Secondary password authentication is required to play Ranked matches.

  • Accounts without a secondary password can still access all other content except Ranked mode.

• The existing SMS authentication requirement for Ranked mode has been removed and replaced with the secondary password setup.
• If any member of a party does not have a secondary password enabled, the party will not be able to play Ranked matches.
• If you forget your secondary password, you can reset it. However, disabling the secondary password requires contacting Customer Support.
• If SMS authentication is attempted more than 10 times, sending pin codes will be restricted for 24 hours.

Arcade

Team Deathmatch

※ The following updates apply to Custom Match as well.

• Adjusted the images, display duration, and size of on-screen notifications based on player feedback.

Workshop

New item sets have been added to the Hunter’s Chest and Archivist’s Chest.

• Minx and Maven
• Survivor Pass: Spirit Squad

Survivor Pass

• A brand new Survivor Pass is prepared for Update 39.2.

Hideout

• The maximum number of weapon skins that can be salvaged at once has been increased from 24 to 60.

UX/UI

• (Console) Adjusted visual effects that displayed differently on Xbox.

Bug Fixes

Gameplay

• Fixed an issue where the sound effect for the Adrenaline Syringe would intermittently cut off during use.
• Fixed an issue where, under specific circumstances, seat priority became locked when boarding the Motor Glider, preventing players from boarding correctly.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where sprint did not resume after using Bandages when sprint toggle was enabled.
• (Console) Fixed an issue on Xbox where in-game audio did not work properly when Dolby Access was enabled.

World

• Fixed an issue on the Rondo map where Safe Zones spawned in unintended locations.

UX/UI

• Fixed an issue where part of the BP icon was cut off on the End of Match screen.
• Fixed an issue where notification indicators on Special Vehicle skin customization items were displayed incorrectly in the Edit Skin screen.
• Fixed an issue where Korean particles following nicknames ending in a lowercase “n” or “m” were displayed incorrectly in the Match Log and other areas in the Korean language settings.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where a system message appeared twice when pressing the assigned hotkey without a Throwable equipped.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where the spacing between the character status panel and the HP bar appeared abnormal while spectating.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where Player 1’s markers were not displayed while the “Show Team Markers” setting was enabled in Observer Mode.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where parts of Player 1’s waypoints were still displayed while the “Hide Team Markers” setting was enabled in Observer Mode.
• (PC) Fixed an issue where the DirectX Version shown in the Settings – Graphics – Advanced tab did not match the version actually applied on first launch.

Items & Skins

※ Clipping issue: Graphics that are shown outside the visible part of an image/object.

• Fixed an issue where the Mirado vehicle skins were not displayed correctly after returning from the System menu on the Customize – Vehicles page.
• Fixed a clipping issue when wearing the Balenciaga 360 Mask Sunglasses or Balenciaga Venice Beach Mask with certain hats.
• Fixed a clipping issue when wearing the PGC 2024 Light Top or Cerberus’ Jacket with a vest.
• Fixed an issue where the tire wheel textures of the “Panamera Turbo S” Sedan skin were displayed incorrectly at certain distances.
• Fixed a clipping issue around the shoulders when the female character wore the PNC 2023 Trailblazer Top with the Happy Hibernation Hoodie (Sand).
• Fixed a clipping issue around the pelvic area when the female character wore certain skirts.
• Fixed an issue where the XingHun’s Tiger Starfire Mask and earrings could be worn together.
• Fixed an issue where the left rear door frame of the “Panamera Turbo S” Sedan skin was not displayed correctly.
• Fixed an issue where the ankles became transparent when the female character wore the Shiba Jogger Leggings with Mad Nurse’s Boots.

Source:  NEWS – PUBG: BATTLEGROUND