PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release Brings Next-Gen Battle Royale Action

In a surprising turn of events, PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release has been officially announced on PlayerUnknown Battleground's official X (formerly Twitter) account. Starting from November 13, 2025, the developers are transitioning the title to the current generation consoles, i.e., PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The live server maintenance will start from November 13, 2025, at 1 AM UTC to 12 PM UTC.

On the flip side, the PUBG developers are unexpectedly ending official support line for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One Series. According to them, they want to focus on their service solely towards the new-gen console users. That said, this article will explore everything we know about PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release (38.2 Update), and its exclusive rewards.

PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release: Supported Specs

As discussed, PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release has been officially announced by Tencent Games. And rightly so, once the latest Update 38.2 rolls out on November 13, 2025, gamers using PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S (new-gen consoles) will get to see a new variation, featuring updated graphics of the title. Here are the supported specifications:

Do note that only the Xbox Series S console will support 1080p 60FPS. Meanwhile, both the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 Pro will support the same FPS in 4K resolution due to their powerful specifications. Interestingly, this decision comes at a time when Krafton is also refining its mobile counterpart, introducing new balance updates and gameplay tweaks as seen in PUBG Mobile 4.1 Classic Mode Changes that have recently drawn community attention.

PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release: Exclusive Rewards

As a testament to this new-gen console transition, the developers will introduce exclusive rewards for both PlayStation and Xbox users. All gamers who created their PUBG accounts on Xbox One series and PlayStation 4 consoles before the server maintenance will get these rewards:

• “Desolate Military Base” Nameplate.
• “PUBG Graffiti” Emblem.
• “PUBG Icons” Parachute.

Moreover, that's not it, gamers who own are migrating over and own either PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass will be rewarded heavily.

PlayStation Plus Rewards

The PlayStation Plus Exclusive bundle will consist of the following:

• Hunter's Chests x5
• Keys x5
• Contraband Coupon x80
• Pixel Art Legacy Parachute

Xbox Game Pass Rewards

The Xbox Game Pass Exclusive Survivor Pack will include the following rewards:

• Hunter's Chests x5
• Keys x5
• Contraband Coupon x80

Please note that the aforementioned rewards can be claimed between November 13, 2025, at 9 AM UTC, to January 8, 2026, at 1 AM UTC. Apart from these exclusive rewards, console gamers will also get an opportunity to purchase a discounted bundle, featuring Battlegrounds Plus, a G-Coin Pack, and more.

Surprisingly, if you can invite any new or returning players to join your console lobby, you can earn upto 500 G-Coins.

PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release: Important Notes

Before getting into the PUBG Update 38.2 servers, there are a few notes that the PUBG team has mentioned. Firstly, the live server maintenance will start from November 13, 2025, at 1 AM UTC to 12 PM UTC. Since the developers are transitioning into a new variant, players need to reload the version. And its time starts from November 12, 2025, at 2 AM UTC.

Meanwhile, PlayStation users need to download the PlayStation 5 version of PUBG from the store to continue their journey on the battleground. Unfortunately, all previously earned PS5 trophies will be reset. On the contrary, Xbox Series X|S players will receive the current-gen version via the Smart Delivery feature, and their previously earned achievements will be intact.

That's all we know about PUBG Battlegrounds Console Release, and Update 38.2. Once you're done, make sure to check out our latest piece on PUBG Mobile AI Teammates.