PUBG 2025 Roadmap: What's Next for Mobile?

Today, Krafton unveiled an ambitious roadmap for PUBG in 2025, sparking excitement and speculation about its implications for PUBG Mobile. The roadmap outlines significant updates, including a transition to Unreal Engine 5, upgrades for current-gen consoles, and more high-profile collaborations. While the roadmap specifically targets PUBG, many of these changes are likely to influence the mobile version as well, as seen with the introduction of the new map, Rondo.

One particularly intriguing aspect of the roadmap is the mention of a "unified experience" across different modes of PUBG. Although this currently refers to the game's various modes, it's not far-fetched to think that this could extend to a more integrated experience between the console/PC and mobile versions in the future. This could potentially mean crossplay-compatible modes or even a full unification of the two platforms.

Enter the battlegrounds

The roadmap also emphasizes a stronger focus on user-generated content (UGC), a trend already evident in PUBG Mobile's World of Wonder mode. Krafton's plans to launch a UGC project that allows content sharing among players echo the success seen in competitors like Fortnite. This push towards UGC suggests that PUBG Mobile could see similar developments, enhancing the player experience with more personalized and community-driven content.

The possibility of a fusion between the two versions of PUBG remains speculative but tantalizing. While the roadmap provides clear direction for PUBG's future, reading between the lines hints at potential similarities and integrations for PUBG Mobile in 2025.

However, a significant challenge lies in the planned shift to Unreal Engine 5. This transition could necessitate a similar upgrade for PUBG Mobile, posing technical and developmental hurdles that could impact the timeline and execution of these ambitious plans.