What does the PUBG 2025 roadmap mean for mobile?

The PUBG 2025 roadmap is out, and it has significant implications for the mobile version. Krafton's ambitious plans include a transition to Unreal Engine 5, a move to current-gen consoles, and major collaborations. While the roadmap focuses on the main PUBG game, many changes, like the addition of the Rondo map, have already trickled down to mobile. However, the emphasis on a "unified experience" across modes is particularly intriguing.

Currently, this unification refers to in-game modes, but it hints at a potentially larger future. This could mean a full merging of the mobile and main game versions or the introduction of cross-play compatible modes.

The roadmap also highlights a stronger push towards UGC (user-generated content), mirroring the World of Wonder mode already present in PUBG Mobile. The focus on a player content sharing project draws parallels to competitors like Fortnite, suggesting a potential direction for future development.

Enter the battlegrounds

A complete fusion of PUBG and PUBG Mobile is a possibility, though currently speculative. The roadmap signifies a major advancement for the franchise, and we can expect to see some similar developments in PUBG Mobile throughout 2025. A significant hurdle, however, could be the adoption of Unreal Engine 5, requiring a corresponding update for the mobile version.