PUBG Mobile India launch: Release date, gameplay, new features, other details

In what came as a surprise for all, PUBG Corporation, creator of PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG) and subsidiary of South Korea’s KRAFTON, Inc., on Thursday announced that it is preparing to launch PUBG MOBILE INDIA, a new game created specifically for the Indian market. The company promised that it plans to provide a secure and healthy gameplay environment alongside investments to cultivate local video game, esports, entertainment, and IT industries.   

The announcement came almost two months after the ban on PUBG: Mobile. The game was immediately removed from Google Play Store and stopped working on all devices late October. While the new game should take a while, here is all what is known about it: 

PUBG Mobile India launch date 

The company is yet to provide an official launch date but said that the game will be released soon. Going by some reports, PUBG Mobile India can arrive as early as later this month.  

PUBG Mobile India investment  

PUBG Corporation also announced plans to create an Indian subsidiary to enhance communications and services with players. The Indian company will hire over 100 employees specializing in business, esports, and game development. In addition to establishing a local office, the company will look to actively collaborate and leverage local businesses to strengthen its gaming service 

PUBG Mobile India gameplay 

To build and foster a healthy gameplay environment, in-game content will be improved and tailored to reflect local needs. Various aspects of the game will be customized for Indian gamers, such as the game now being set in a virtual simulation training ground, new characters automatically starting clothed, and green hit effects to reflect the virtual nature of the game. More importantly, the company will include a feature that places restrictions on game time to promote healthy gameplay habits for younger players. 

PUBG Mobile India privacy details 

PUBG Corp said that privacy and security of Indian player data is its top priority and the company will conduct regular audits and verifications on the storage systems holding Indian users’ personally identifiable information to reinforce security and ensure that their data is safely managed.