PUBG: Battlegrounds set the standard for battle royale gaming with its expansive maps and innovative features. Exciting news for fans: Krafton has announced the second phase of alpha testing for PUBG: New State, with registrations starting today, August 9, 2021.
PUBG: New State builds on the original as a futuristic take set in 2051. Expect advanced weaponry, vehicles, and the new 'Troi' map, demanding fresh survival strategies. With graphics pushing mobile limits, Krafton calls it 'beyond battle royale.'
The first closed alpha targeted U.S. players only. Android pre-registrations launched February 25, 2021, hitting 20 million sign-ups; iOS pre-registrations follow this month.
To reach more players, Krafton is opening the second alpha to Asia, Turkey, and MENA regions. Apply from August 9 to August 23, 2021. Selected testers download August 26-27, 2021.
Related: PUBG Mobile Mission Ignition returns August 5, 2021, with Mission Ignition: Reloaded Live Event.
Global release is slated for October 2021. Krafton's CEO showcased gameplay on their official Twitter, highlighting the Volta electric speedster with stealthy drivetrain and the Vulture two-wheeler on 'Troi'—slow throttle but boost-enabled for high speeds.
The lightweight Dyneema Vest boosts mobility but offers less protection against 7.62 and 12-gauge ammo.
Apply via the official PUBG: New State website for Android and iOS. Check device specs:
| Operating System | Device |
|---|---|
| iOS 13.0 | iPhone 6s |
| Android OS 6.0 | 2GB RAM |
Note: India is excluded due to Battlegrounds Mobile India. Limited spots available; selections announced August 26, 2021, at 04:00 UTC on the site, with emails to participants.
PUBG Mobile also banned 1,080,773 accounts this week for hacks and cheats.
