PUBG has been introduced to mobiles in 2018 by its developers Tencent Games. After 3 years of reigning, PUBG is finally letting go of its classic A.C.E mode and is going to welcome a new era with version 1.0. It has already announced the official release day to be September 8, 2020. This new version of the game will come with the new Erangel 2.0 map, enhanced graphics and added features.
The developers presented the new version of the game to us via the official PUBG Mobile Twitter handle along with video. The video introduces a whole new gaming world with better visuals, sound effects, characters, in-game environment and much more.
While improving the quality of this new version of PUBG Mobile, developers have taken care to keep the three essential concept of the game- Honor, Challenge and Hope. This new version will come along with New Tech, New UX and New Era.
Meet new Erangel
PUBG Mobile version 1.0 will bring a new Erangel 2.0 map with updated graphics, in-game environments, and improved sound effects. From, towers and military bases to the mansions, everything has been retouched to give them an enhanced look. Along with them, there is an entirely new layout for Mylta Power and seven new warehouses in Georgopol for the game.
There will also be new barricades, trenches, and bombed-out tanks which will come side by side the hidden basements. This new map will certainly help the players to polish up their strategy for the battles. The developers also aim to deliver some mysterious surprises which will be revealed along with the update.
Graphics at another level
The new era of PUBG Mobile will have improved graphics with enhanced details. The new map has more lively vegetation, improved particles, air blasts, muzzle flashes, and more. From the smoke in the game to air blasts, a realistic approach is taken for the visuals along with the addition of the scope interaction.
The developers have infused image based lighting, spotlight projection for everything even for the main lobby lights and environments to imply the most realistic battle atmosphere.
Even the shading quality and light transmission effects are upgraded. Players can enjoy the improved water and sky effects and feel fresh among the lively vegetation. They will also be able to see reflections on the water and the indirect sunlight in the game. Parachuting and other actions in the games are also been polished than before.
For the color scheme, Tencent has chosen four types of colors- Dawn Cyan, Smoke Gray, Hope White and Victory Yellow. All of these modifications will come along the improved models and texture quality.
Updated user experience
The updated user experience for the game is divided in three parts: New Interactive Lobby, New UI and Impoved System Animations. All of these will introduce new interface and interactive experiences for the players.
The developers have also created an innovative multi screen switching mode exclusively for PUBG Mobile. This multi-screen will include Social Lobby, Game and Store.
The Lobby will also be divided into areas. The players will able to access different areas by swiping. The theme area of the Lobby is basically the main part of it where players can interact. Then comes the achievement area where players will be able to see their improvements, achievements and their in-game details. The final area will conclude the prize swap section.
Furthermore, you can now customize your characters accordingly. The characters and the skins will be more realistic than ever. The most exciting thing about the new UI is that player will now be able to remove thing as they wish. Now they can easily get rid of the things they don’t need to make more space to move along.
To conclude, this new PUBG Mobile version 1.0 seems very much promising for the game lovers. What’s more exciting is that, along with the update, PUBG has also announced the 2020 Global Championship at a larger scale. Now the tournaments will be held globally. The countries who didn’t join this championship before will now wholeheartedly participate. China, Sea, and North America will also be a part of the championship. Nevertheless, PUBG Mobile version 1.0 will be live on September 8. Let’s see what surprise awaits us. Stay tuned!