PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS is entering a new era of gaming as the global phenomenon prepares to transition to a free-to-play service model. It was recently announced during The Game Awards 2021, the original boomer for the Battle Royale genre, that PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS will become free-to-play (F2P) on January 12, 2022.
Avid players will be introduced to BATTLEGROUNDS Plus, an optional premium account upgrade that grants access to new and exclusive in-game features, as part of the new service plans. Gamers who choose not to upgrade will still have access to the majority of the game’s features through their basic account, but for a one-time fee of $12.99 USD, they will receive a slew of add-ons.
Exclusive in-game items such as the Captain’s Camo Set, an extra 1,300 G-Coin, Ranked Mode and Custom Match functionality, Survivals Mastery XP + 100% boost, and a Career Medal can improve the player’s gameplay experience.
Those who purchased and played PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS before it became an F2P service will receive a free account reward in the form of a special commemorative pack, which includes the Battle-Hardened Costume skin set, the Shackle and Shanks Legacy Pan, and the Battle-Hardened Legacy nameplate, as well as BATTLEGROUNDS Plus, which will upgrade the account’s status.
The new F2P game joins the brand’s well-known legacy, which began in 2017. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has sold over 75 million copies worldwide on PC and consoles since its initial release. The game’s popularity grows with in-game updates that include new maps, game modes, and other gameplay features.
Ahead of the game’s F2P transition on January 12, 2022, players can pre-register on the company’s website to receive free items on the day of the update and take part in the “Invite a Friend” event, which includes grand prizes such as Alienware x15, console devices, and more. Follow the official PUBG Instagram and Twitter accounts to stay up to date on the latest gaming news.
