With the introduction of the thrilling Zombie's Edge mode and an unexpected collaboration with KFC, this update has sent waves of anticipation across the global gaming community. Beyond these headline-grabbing features, the 2.8 release brings a slew of improvements, optimizations, and bug fixes aimed at enhancing the overall gaming experience.
New themed mode in PUBG Mobile: Zombie's Edge
An exhilarating zombie siege!
Available: 2023/9/5 at 2:00 (UTC+0)–2023/11/6 at 20:59 (UTC+0)
Supported maps: Erangel, Livik and Miramar
However, the Aerolith invaded the place, rendering it unusable. There are only supplies and mutants left.
Enter the lab to receive an automatic Respawn Card.
A big, terrifying beast is lurking within the lab's walls.
The Rage Berserker has been spawned by the Aerolith. When the countdown in the lab starts, it will start attracting and absorbing mutants to power up the Rage Berserker.
At the end of the countdown, the Rage Berserker will spawn.
The greater the number of mutants consumed throughout the countdown, the greater its health, destructive strength, size, and danger!
To weaken the Rage Berserker, and prevent the Aerolith from absorbing mutants. Defeat it to obtain a plethora of useful resources!
2) Dangerous creatures
Mutants
Berserkers
Rippers
3) Themed items
Mutation Gauntlets
Mutation Blade
Maglev Hoverboard
Exclusive Emote Card
4)
Halloweeks Easter Egg gameplay
As Halloweeks approaches, additional party goods will begin to arrive in the lab, and the infection source will eventually change.
The Dancing Zombie begins to explore the infected zone, launching its own dance party. Approach the Dancing Zombie and dance with it.
KFC Restaurants in PUBG Mobile
KFC restaurants will appear as separate buildings on several maps. They can be found in specific locations on the map. Aside from Classic supplies, players can locate exclusive KFC goods as well as the interactive KFC self-ordering kiosk gameplay in KFC locations.
2) Exclusive KFC recovery items
KFC Drink: Recovers 60 Energy. Takes 4 seconds to use.
KFC Nuggets: Recovers 75 Health. Takes 4 seconds to use.
KFC Chicken Bucket: Fully recovers Health. Takes 6 seconds to use.
KFC Chicken Dinner: A rare item. Fully recovers Health and Energy. Takes 6 seconds to use.
3)
KFC self-ordering kiosk
KFC self-ordering kiosks will appear in KFC restaurants as a special supply shop. They sell exclusive KFC recovery items.
Players can use Tokens to purchase items they want.
There is a limit on how many of these items can be purchased.
World of Wonder updates in PUBG Mobile
New creation evaluation feedback (Gradually made available after the version announcement) -
Players can rate creations they've played on the results screen. They can also leave comments for the creators.
After receiving comments, creators can view and respond to them on the creation page. Good comments can be featured and displayed to all players.
The creation page now shows the creation score and featured comments. Players can leave comments, LIKEs, and feedback for their creations.
Map playtesting & verification -
Added map playtesting and verification.
Creations that have been personally tested and played by creators will be recommended first.
New gameplay devices -
Bulletin Board Device: Customize and display text on a small blackboard.
Audio Device: Add in-game sound effects and music cues.
Variable Management Device: Edit custom variables.
Condition Checking Device: Verify different conditions to trigger specific actions.
Custom Shop Device: Set up an in-game shop where items can be purchased.
AI Waypoint Device: Define movement routes for AI bots.
Character Switch Device: Switch to your companion to play, run, jump and more.
Random Action Device: Set up random detectable actions.
Multiple-Choice Decision Device: Set up multiple choices for players to choose from and trigger during a match.
Text Reminder Device: Set up in-game text to be displayed on players' screens.
Gameplay device improvements in PUBG Mobile -
Improved the in-match Buff UI display.
PvE Buff Customization: Implement buffs in PvE gameplay.
PvE Management Device: Added more types of PvE enemies.
Game parameter settings -
Overall Data Management: Improved the overall management on how data is displayed and resources are integrated.
Variable System: Allow players to customize variables in combination with the Variable Management Device and Condition Checking Device to flexibly evaluate dynamic logic.
Allows variables to be saved and stored on the cloud.
Game Parameters: Team color information, friend-or-foe differentiation markers, Health bars, and tag display system.
Improved the related settings for match ending conditions, HUD, and result page.
View Settings: Allow players to choose different camera views in the game.
Interactive objects
Light Sources: Added more light sources that can be placed on the map for night mode.
Interactized Objects: Objects can now be destroyed.
Boost Belt, Conveyor Belt, and Water Current can now trigger actions and detectable actions.
Decorative & building objects -
Added new decorative and building objects, such as ferris wheel, castle roof, castle window, castle gate, and more. An empty Karakin map is also added.
4) Beta creation gameplay description
Infinite Roguelike: Cooperate with multiple players to fend off waves of zombies to achieve victory. Randomly gain buff effects like speed boosts and scorching ammo between waves.
Air Raid Shelter Stealth: Use a flashlight to observe and stealthily navigate the pitch-black shelter while avoiding terrifying zombies. Reach the destination safely to achieve victory.
Companion Dash: Transform into a companion and engage in thrilling races between adorable critters.
Firearm updates & improvements in PUBG Mobile
Dagger. It has new animations for grip, movement, and attack. Upon entering combat, the default melee weapon carried has been adjusted from a machete to a dagger.
Melee weapons can inflict additional damage on PvE enemies, including those in Metro Royale and in the themed mode. However, the damage that throwables inflict remains the same.