PUBG 2025 Roadmap: What's Next for Mobile?

Today, Krafton unveiled an ambitious roadmap for PUBG in 2025, sparking intrigue about its implications for the mobile version. The roadmap outlines significant updates, including a transition to Unreal Engine 5, a move to current-gen consoles, and more high-profile collaborations. However, it's the mention of a "unified experience" across modes that particularly caught our attention, hinting at potential changes for PUBG Mobile.

The roadmap primarily focuses on PUBG itself, yet it's noteworthy that many updates have historically trickled down to the mobile version, such as the introduction of the new map, Rondo. The phrase "unified experience" currently refers to modes within PUBG, but it's not a stretch to envision a broader unification that could impact PUBG Mobile. This might include crossplay-compatible modes in the future, enhancing the gaming experience across platforms.

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A significant aspect of the roadmap is the increased emphasis on UGC (user-generated content). This aligns with what we've seen on mobile with the World of Wonder mode, and the roadmap highlights a new PUBG UGC project aimed at facilitating content sharing among players. This push towards UGC mirrors strategies seen in competitors like Fortnite, suggesting a potential convergence of goals between the PC/console and mobile versions of PUBG.

While the roadmap doesn't explicitly detail plans for PUBG Mobile, it's clear that Krafton is pushing for a major evolution of the PUBG franchise. The possibility of merging the two versions into a more cohesive experience is intriguing, though currently speculative. The adoption of Unreal Engine 5 poses a significant challenge, as it would require PUBG Mobile to transition to the new engine as well.

In summary, the 2025 roadmap for PUBG suggests exciting developments that could influence PUBG Mobile. A unified experience and a stronger focus on UGC point towards a future where the mobile version might see enhancements that bring it closer to its PC and console counterparts.