Xiaomi confirms issues with HyperOS causing crashes and reboots while playing BGMI and PUBG on specific devices like POCO F7 and Xiaomi Pad 7. A fix is in the works, but users should update games and monitor official announcements for further guidance.

Alpha7 Esports has triumphed at PMGC 2025, claiming their first title in this global PUBG Mobile competition. REVO, the team's leader, dedicated the win to his late mother, marking a historic moment for Brazilian esports.

Manuel Locatelli's SBC offers an 87-rated midfielder with notable versatility across six positions, launched amid FIFA's Winter Wildcards. This SBC, costing around 90,000 coins, includes multiple tasks mirroring ongoing challenges.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS banned 7.81 million accounts in 2025 through enhanced cheat detection and video reviews. In 2026, a Secondary Password feature will bolster account security alongside AI-driven anti-cheat measures.

Esports is emerging as a viable career for Pakistan's Gen Z, driven by mobile gaming like PUBG MOBILE, which offers flexible career paths and significant global opportunities. With events like the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship drawing massive participation, investment in local esports ecosystems is set to grow, providing economic avenues for resource-limited backgrounds.

PUBG MOBILE announced Pakistan as the host for the 2026 Global Open during the Grand Finals, aiming to boost the local esports scene and economy. This marks a significant step in South Asia's growing presence in the global esports arena.

PUBG Mobile's December 2025 update resolves a major exploit allowing firearms in Snowy Vale, ensuring fair gameplay. It also introduces improvements for collectors, enhancing the holiday experience.

PUBG Mobile unveils its December 2025 Bonus Pass, offering over 30,000 UC in cosmetics and rewards, including an exclusive Mythic outfit choice. Available to Royale Pass A16 holders, the pass runs until January 10, 2026.

PUBG Mobile's A16 Bonus Pass introduces selectable rewards with the Bonus Pass Plus offering enhanced options. Players can choose from cosmetics, in-game currencies, and other rewards; prices start at 315 UC.

PUBG: Black Budget, an extraction shooter in early closed alpha, channels Escape From Tarkov with its strategic and contractor-based gameplay. While the game is not widely accessible yet, it allows open sharing of experiences to build interest, but its 2026 release date is still speculative as development continues.

PUBG Esports is set for a transformative 2026, shifting from First-Person to Third-Person Perspective to align player preferences with competitive play. The season will feature expanded events, increased prize pools, and a unified global structure, promising enhanced accessibility and strategic depth.

PUBG Mobile 4.2 Beta introduces a Nature and Forests theme, transforming Erangel with mutated vegetation and a giant tree. New features include the Co-op Ledge Grab, insect-themed vehicles, and AI companions.

Fossilized Lightning, an Epic rarity item in ARC Raiders, is highly valuable but only appears during Electromagnetic Storms. While rare and risky to obtain, it can be sold for 4,000 Raider Coins or converted into Explosive Compounds.

Level Infinite is set to revive the PUBG Mobile Pro League (PMPL) in 2026, aiming to enhance inclusivity and openness in the esports ecosystem. This move promises new opportunities for amateur and semi-pro teams to ascend to global tournaments.

Safaricom, in partnership with PUBG MOBILE, launched a data bundle promotion in Kenya to reduce costs for youth gamers, enhancing accessibility and playtime. This initiative, valid until December 31, 2025, aims to support esports expansion and integrate gaming into youth digital culture.

PUBG Update 1.009, released December 18, 2025, brings environmental enhancements like extended snowfall and storm intensity to PS5, PC, and Xbox One. It also fixes the Jammer Pack issue during Emergency Pickup, continuing efforts to improve game stability.

PUBG Black Budget enters its second testing phase from December 19 to 22, welcoming players to explore its alpha features. Despite previous issues leading to account bans, participants are urged to check emails and store notifications for access details.

ARC Raiders introduces the rare "Deadline" explosive blueprint, perfect for dismantling tough foes, yet challenging to locate. Available in numerous locations, crafting it requires specific resources and a Level 3 Explosive Station.

PUBG Mobile concluded its Campus Ambassador Campaign in Nigeria, fostering vibrant student gaming communities across five universities. Despite the tour's end, students can still apply to become ambassadors, promoting leadership and collaboration in the gaming realm.