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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS INTRODUCES “ERANGEL: SUBZERO” IN UPDATE 39.1

  • Date2025. 12. 04

New freezing Blue Zone effect, major environmental changes, and expanded UGC Alpha tools headline the latest update

KRAFTON, Inc. today announced the release of Update 39.1 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, transforming Erangel into a frozen battleground with the arrival of “Erangel: Subzero.” The update introduces large-scale environmental changes, the expanded return of UGC Alpha, and several weapon balance adjustments alongside new season updates. The patch is now live on PC and will arrive on console shortly thereafter. Players can check out the highlights in the Patch Report video HERE.

Erangel: Subzero
A failed climate control experiment has plunged Erangel into a new icebound state. Players will encounter accumulating snowfall, new cold-weather visual effects, and a Blue Zone enhanced with a Freezing Effect, increasing the tension and difficulty of every match. Crashed satellites, updated aircraft visuals, and reworked environmental elements further immerse players in the frozen landscape.

New tactical options include the BZ Grenade and BZ Grenade Launcher, allowing players to trigger localized freezing effects within the Blue Zone. The Subzero state will continue evolving into Update 39.2, pushing Erangel into even harsher conditions.

UGC Alpha Expansion
UGC Alpha, PUBG’s user-generated content platform, returns as a permanent service with new tools and expanded creative options. Players can now access additional buildings, destructible objects, and new functional devices including smoke, lighting, and AI spawn tools. Equipment options have also been broadened to include items such as the Ghillie Suit, EMT Gear, Tactical Pack, and Self-AED. The update provides creators with more flexibility and enables players to explore an expanded library of sample content.

Weapon Balance Updates

Update 39.1 introduces a new round of weapon adjustments:

  • Reduced recoil: M416, SKS, SLR
  • Increased recoil: AUG, VSS
  • VSS firing sound volume increased to improve enemy detection during combat

Additional Content and System Updates
The update includes Care Package adjustments for Team Deathmatch (TDM), the addition of the Recall system to Intense Battle Royale (IBR), and the launch of a new Ranked Season and Survivor Pass.

For more details and full patch notes, visit https://pubg.com/en and follow the official PUBG channels on YouTubeXInstagramFacebookTwitch, and TikTok.

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