PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS LAUNCHES UPDATE 40.1 FEATURING SPRING FEST 2026 AND ERANGEL UPDATES

KRAFTON, Inc. has released Update 40.1 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on PC, with the console version to follow on February 12. The update marks the end of Erangel’s Subzero conditions and brings back the annual Spring Fest event. Additional details are available in the official Patch Report video. 

KEY UPDATE HIGHLIGHTS:

Erangel Returns with New World Updates: Update 40.1 introduces Destructible Gas Tanks across the map, along with new loot additions to Secret Rooms, including the All-In-One Repair Kit, Emergency Cover Flare, and Jammer Pack. Interior lighting across buildings has also been improved to enhance visibility during combat.

Spring Fest 2026 Transcendents: PUBG’s annual end-of-winter celebration returns with Spring Fest 2026, themed around four experimental survivors known as the Transcendents. The event introduces a new Crafter Pass, Progressive Weapon Skins, Chromas, and other Special Crafting items, as well as a Custom Lobby unlockable through a collection mission.

UI Improvements for Better Combat Awareness: Update 40.1 delivers multiple UI enhancements designed to provide clearer, at-a-glance information during matches. These include a new Throwable inventory display, enhanced squad status indicators, and improved Blue Zone visual cues on the Minimap, helping players better track combat situations and coordinate with their team.

PUBG Bridge Website Launch: The new PUBG Bridge website is now live, allowing players to view 2D match replays directly in a web browser without launching the game. After linking their KRAFTON ID, players can review match history and watch replays across supported platforms, making it easier to analyze gameplay anytime, anywhere.

For more details and full patch notes, visit https://pubg.com/en 