PUBG Update 2.55 Patch Notes
Updated Feb 16, 2024
PUBG Update 2.55 Patch Notes
Map Service
The map service has been updated to closely reflect regional preferences.
PC players can anticipate the next rotation every Wednesday at 2 AM UTC, while Console players can expect the same every Thursday at 7 AM UTC.
Live Server - Normal Match
Map Select Regions (AS, SEA)
Week 1
Erangel
Miramar
Rondo
Sanhok
Paramo
Week 2
Erangel
Sanhok
Miramar
Taego
Vikendi
Week 3
Erangel
Miramar
Taego
Rondo
Karakin
Week 4
Erangel
Taego
Rondo
Sanhok
Deston
Week 5
Erangel
Rondo
Sanhok
Miramar
Paramo
Fixed
Favored Map
(Rondo, Miramar, Sanhok, Taego)
Rotation
Etc.
(Paramo, Vikendi, Karakin, Deston)
Map Select Regions - KR/JP, KAKAO
Week 1
Erangel
Taego
Sanhok
Rondo
Paramo
Week 2
Erangel
Taego
Sanhok
Miramar
Vikendi
Week 3
Erangel
Taego
Sanhok
Rondo
Karakin
Week 4
Erangel
Taego
Sanhok
Miramar
Deston
Week 5
Erangel
Taego
Sanhok
Rondo
Paramo
Fixed
Favored Map
(Miramar,Rondo)
Rotation
Etc.
(Paramo,Vikendi,Karakin,Deston)
Random Map Regions - NA,EU,RU,OC,SA & Console
Bigger maps will each have a 22% probability and smaller maps will have a 11% rate each.
Week 1
Erangel
Taego
Rondo
Vikendi
Deston
Week 2
Erangel
Rondo
Vikendi
Miramar
Sanhok
Week 3
Erangel
Vikendi
Miramar
Taego
Deston
Week 4
Erangel
Miramar
Taego
Rondo
Karakin
Week 5
Erangel
Taego
Rondo
Miramar
Deston
Fixed
Favored Map
(Taego, Rondo, Vikendi, Miramar)
Rotation
Etc.
(Deston, Sanhok, Karakin, Paramo)
Live Server - Ranked
< Dev's comment >
Following the December release of our tenth map, Rondo, we recognized the need for a map service approach that more accurately aligns with player preferences - so with Erangel being the exception, we have specifically considered regional variations.
We've employed in-game metrics to overhaul our map selection mechanism, ensuring it now mirrors regional preferences more closely. This adjustment significantly boosts the likelihood of players enjoying their favored maps.
Further analysis of community input and trends has prompted us to revise the lineup of fixed maps. For example, for the KR/JP and KAKAO regions, we've responded to explicit player feedback by securing a permanent spot for three beloved maps, Taego and Sanhok included. When it comes to areas with a random map selection, a clear preference for larger maps has emerged, leading us to favor all such maps, Deston being the sole exception. Despite Deston's lower preference, its comparative popularity over smaller maps has justified a slight uptick in its appearance rate.
For this map service strategy, prioritizing player feedback is crucial - we will maintain our practice of monitoring regional trends through metrics while enhancing our engagement with the community to guide the improvements more effectively and appropriately.
For Ranked, we've ensured that all 8x8 maps are included, with four prominently featured in Esports, now established as fixed rotations.
Gunplay
JS9
Shotguns
S1897
S686
DBS
Choke
< Dev's comment >
The JS9 was initially designed to diversify the current AR & DMR gunplay meta, aiming to improve its versatility through balanced damage output and refined recoil control. Thus the JS9 distinguished itself as a formidable weapon, achieving the highest kill ratio among its peers and emerging as a compelling new option. Yet, its notable average win rate of 56.0% in clashes with ARs signals the need for rebalancing, especially to moderate its overperformance in mid to long-range combats. While efforts have been made to tune its damage and recoil, its excellence in close-quarter confrontations and player-friendliness will sustain. And looking ahead to 2024, we'd like to enhance the functionality of less favored weapons, so let us know your thoughts, starting with the JS9, to help us shape SMG's future.
Similarly, Shotguns ran through thorough assessments via in-game analytics and ongoing player feedback, verifying their potent damage capacity at extended ranges. Although designed to excel in close-quarters combat, we've decided to rebalance buckshot spread, bullet size, and Choke performance to moderate their impact in medium to long-range encounters. This adjustment aims to restrict their effective range, but maintain their positions as a formidable option within 10 meters. Additionally, for the S1897 and DBS, we've fine-tuned the pump action timing and rate of fire, scaling down their effectiveness in scenarios involving multiple opponents. The DBS, in particular, has demonstrated a considerable win rate of 59.7% against ARs and 59.5% against SMGs. These changes are intended to align it more closely with other fellow Shotguns.
World: Rondo
New Vehicle: Pico Bus
Introducing PUBG's first electric vehicle. Ride the new 6-seater Pico Bus and discover the unique charm of electric vehicles as you hit the roads of Rondo!
Charging Station
Electronic vehicles can be charged at the Charging Station.
Market
Item Shop
Weapons Dealer
Pillar UAZ
Emergency Cover Flare
Weight increased from 15 → 23.
Inventory
Looted BR Coins and Gold Bars will be sorted after healing and boost items.
Weather
To reduce player fatigue and distraction, brightness and overall shadows of the Sunset weather have been adjusted.
Minimap
Terrain color and outlines have been adjusted for better visibility.
Spawn Changes
Misc.
Removed a few doors in some buildings in Rondo.
Gameplay
Vaulting
Explore new ways to jump, strengthen teamwork, and have a bit more fun with our new vaulting features.
Vehicle Vaulting
You can now vault vehicles, with a few exceptions!
Co-op Climb
The new cooperative vaulting feature will help you reach greater heights and allow you to lend a hand to pull up your teammate.
Lifting a Teammate
Pulling Up a Teammate
Dev's comment: With Update 28.1, we're introducing new vaulting features to add more action to the game. While experienced players have their own ways of vaulting vehicles, we're making vehicle vaulting even more accessible to allow for more realistic and natural play with less unnecessary movement. We're also introducing a 2-player co-op climb for a whole new experience, paving the way for stronger teamwork and new strategies.
Vehicles
Three-wheeled motorbikes have been removed from all maps due to the notably low usage. In their stead, we've adjusted the spawn rates of vehicles that see more frequent use.
Gas Can
An upgrade has been made to one of our classic items - the Gas Can, to help make it into a more dandy tool.
Ranked - Season 28
Season 27 Rewards
Below are the rewards you'll be receiving based on your final Tier from the previous Ranked season.
Tier
Rewards
Bronze
Bronze PUBG ID Emblem
Silver
Silver PUBG ID Emblem
Gold
Gold PUBG ID Emblem
Ranked Parachute Skin
Platinum
Animated Platinum PUBG ID Emblem
Ranked Parachute Skin
Platinum Medal
Diamond
Animated Diamond PUBG ID Emblem
Ranked Parachute Skin
Platinum, Diamond Medal
Master
Animated Master PUBG ID Emblem
Animated Master Nameplate
Ranked Parachute Skin
Platinum, Diamond, Master Medal
Top 500
Bonus rewards for Top 500 players:
Training Mode
Tutorial
The AI Training mode, provided to aid new or returning players, was not as effectively utilized as anticipated. Thus, the AI Training mode has been removed. (The associated tutorial missions have been updated accordingly.)
Utility Belt
We'd like to inform our players about a change coming in the March update: the removal of the Utility Belt.
First off, our analysis revealed that many newcomers to PUBG often overlook the Utility Belt's benefits - this leads them to unequip it entirely, which impacts the early game phase, where the belt plays a role in looting capacity.
Also, a considerable number of players have expressed that the Utility Belt interferes with the visual appeal of their costume skins. Despite its hideable feature, its persistent visibility to other players detracts from their customized gaming experience.
We also conducted a survey that highlighted that the majority does not strongly object to the Utility Belt's removal.
All these were crucial in guiding our decision-making process. So in response to these insights and feedback, we have decided to remove the Utility Belt in March and integrate its capacity feature directly into the character's basic stats.
Sources
Items
Compensations (to be provided in March)
Random Crate
Survivor Pass
Workshop (Imprints)
Store
Crafter Pass: Spring Fest 2024
A new Crafter Pass is here to usher in the first festival of the year. Read more details on the Spring Fest 2024 announcement!
Workshop
Introducing the new Progressive Weapon Skins and Chromas - craftable only through Special Crafting at the Workshop! Check out the full details on the Spring Fest 2024 announcement.
Special Crafting Closing Date
The Special Crafting - Spring Fest 2024 tab will be accessible only until the following dates. Make sure to use up your Spring Fest Tokens before the closing date!
Performance
Bug Fixes
Gameplay
World
UX/UI
Items & Skins
Clipping issue: Graphics that are shown outside the visible part of an image/object.
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PUBG, or PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, is a pioneering battle royale game developed by PUBG Studios. It was inspired by the film Battle Royale and gained immense popularity after its release in 2017.
PUBG was developed by PUBG Studios, led by Brendan "PlayerUnknown" Greene. The game was based on earlier mods created by Greene for other games.
PUBG was first released for early access on March 23, 2017, for Windows. It officially released out of early access on December 20, 2017.
PUBG matches can host up to 100 players. Players parachute onto an island, scavenge for weapons, and fight to be the last one standing as the play area gradually shrinks.
PUBG was initially released for Windows and later became available on various platforms, including Xbox One, PS4, Stadia, and more. The game transitioned to free-to-play in 2018 and has since achieved significant success, selling over 75 million copies and generating $13 billion in revenue.