Today, Krafton unveiled an exciting roadmap for PUBG in 2025, hinting at significant changes that could impact the mobile version as well. The roadmap emphasizes a shift to Unreal Engine 5, a move to current-generation consoles, and more high-profile collaborations. While the roadmap focuses on PUBG itself, it includes updates like the new Rondo map, which have already been integrated into PUBG Mobile.
One particularly intriguing aspect of the roadmap is the mention of a "unified experience" across different modes. Although this initially pertains to the various modes within PUBG, it sparks speculation about a broader unification, possibly including crossplay-compatible modes between the PC/console and mobile versions.
Enter the battlegroundsThe roadmap also highlights a stronger emphasis on UGC (user-generated content), a trend already evident in PUBG Mobile's World of Wonder mode. Krafton's plan to launch a PUBG UGC project that enables content sharing among players mirrors initiatives seen in competitors like Fortnite. This focus on UGC could signal a future where the mobile and PC/console versions of PUBG are more closely aligned.
The possibility of merging the two versions of PUBG is still speculative, but the roadmap's direction suggests potential developments in this area. As PUBG moves forward, we can expect to see some of these changes reflected in PUBG Mobile's evolution throughout 2025.
However, the adoption of Unreal Engine 5 poses a significant challenge. If PUBG transitions to this new engine, PUBG Mobile will likely need to follow, which could affect the timeline and nature of these updates.
