The transition to current-gen consoles for Playerunknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) is set to happen soon, with the game becoming unplayable on older consoles like Xbox One and PS4 starting November 13, 2025. Players on the PlayStation 5 will lose their previously earned trophies as the game will be released as a whole new application, necessitating a download of the latest version to continue playing. The developer acknowledged the technical difficulties in transferring trophy data, resulting in players needing to re-earn achievements. Current-gen specifications for PUBG on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S offer improved resolution and framerate options, enhancing the gaming experience.

nWhat should PUBG players do to prepare for the transition to current-gen consoles?

Players should make sure to back up their game settings if possible and download the new version of PUBG on PS5 starting November 12, 2025, to ensure continued gameplay. Additionally, they should be aware that trophies will be reset, and they will need to re-earn them in the new application.

Playerunknown's Battlegrounds, released in 2017, helped popularize the battle royale genre and has maintained a strong player base ever since. The game's transition to current-gen consoles aims to leverage better hardware for improved performance and graphics. Future updates and the recently announced game by creator Brendan Greene, Prologue: Go Wayback!, indicate the ongoing evolution of immersive gameplay experiences in the ever-competitive battle royale landscape.