On December 4, PUBG: Battlegrounds is set to introduce a new feature to its Sanhok map: destructible terrain and buildings. This exciting update will first be available for PC players, with console gamers getting access on December 12.
As one of the pioneers in the battle royale genre, PUBG: Battlegrounds has maintained its popularity despite the influx of new titles since its 2017 release. Its enduring appeal can largely be attributed to the continuous updates and content additions delivered by PUBG Studios. It’s refreshing to see developers who, rather than coasting on their earlier achievements, persistently strive to enhance their game and elevate it to new heights.
In a thrilling new trailer, PUBG Studios showcased what’s in store with these destructible environments coming to Sanhok this December. The footage reveals explosive battles with bridges being blown apart, towns demolished, and players creating cover by carving ditches in the landscape. There are even epic scenes of walls being breached with explosives. This promises to crank up the tactical demands of the game, setting a new benchmark for player skill.
This isn’t the first time PUBG: Battlegrounds has played with destructible environments; this feature was previously rolled out for the Rondo map with the 29.1 update earlier in the year. However, it’s a fresh experience for Sanhok, a map that debuted in 2018. While familiar to many, the introduction of destructible elements is poised to shake up gameplay dynamics dramatically, creating new strategies for players eager to master the altered battlefield. PC players will get the first shot at trying this new addition on December 4, and console players will join in on December 12.
Though the destructible environments will offer a substantial change in the short-term gaming landscape, they are not the only development on the horizon. Earlier this year, PUBG: Battlegrounds hinted at a move to Unreal Engine 5 in its 2024 roadmap. While little new information has emerged since, it’s reassuring to know such an upgrade remains part of their future plans.
PUBG: Battlegrounds invites players to fight for survival in a high-stakes battle royale. Dive into the action across three diverse maps, crafting your ultimate soldier and taking on the challenge alone or with up to three friends. This ongoing evolution of content and features is precisely why PUBG: Battlegrounds continues to hold its ground as a leading title in the battle royale scene.
