PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds facts for kids
Quick facts for kids PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds |
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| Developer(s) | PUBG Corporation |
| Publisher(s) |
PUBG Corporation
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| Director(s) |
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| Producer(s) | Kim Chang-han |
| Designer(s) | Brendan Greene |
| Artist(s) | Jang Tae-seok |
| Composer(s) | Tom Salta |
| Engine | Unreal Engine 4 |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release date(s) |
December 20, 2017
Microsoft Windows
December 20, 2017 Android, iOS March 19, 2018 Xbox One September 4, 2018 PlayStation 4 December 7, 2018 Stadia April 28, 2020 |
| Genre(s) | Battle royale |
| Mode(s) | Multiplayer |
PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (often called PUBG) is a popular multiplayer game. It's known for its exciting "battle royale" style of play. In this game, many players land on an island. Their goal is to be the last person or team standing. The game was first released in 2017. It quickly became one of the most played video games worldwide.
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What is Battle Royale?
A battle royale game is a type of survival game. It mixes exploration, scavenging, and fighting. Many players drop into a large map. They must find weapons, armor, and other gear. As time passes, a safe zone on the map gets smaller. This forces players closer together. If you are outside the safe zone, you take damage. The game ends when only one player or team remains. This makes every match intense and unpredictable.
How to Play PUBG
In PUBG, a match starts with up to 100 players. They parachute onto an island. Players can choose to play alone, in a duo (two players), or in a squad (four players). Once on the ground, you search buildings for items. These items include guns, ammo, health kits, and backpacks. You need to be quick to find the best gear.
The game map is very large. It has different areas like cities, forests, and mountains. As the game goes on, a blue zone shrinks the play area. This "blue zone" is dangerous. It encourages players to move towards the center. You must defeat other players while staying inside the safe zone. The last player or team alive wins the match. This is called getting a "chicken dinner."
Game Development and Release
PUBG was created by Brendan Greene, also known as "PlayerUnknown." He was inspired by the Japanese movie Battle Royale. The game was developed by PUBG Corporation. It uses the Unreal Engine 4 game engine. This engine helps create realistic graphics and smooth gameplay.
The game first launched for Microsoft Windows in March 2017. It was part of an "early access" program. This means players could play it while it was still being developed. The full version was released in December 2017. Later, PUBG became available on other platforms. These include Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Android, and iOS devices. The mobile versions were developed by LightSpeed & Quantum Studio.
Popularity and Esports
PUBG quickly became a global phenomenon. Millions of players around the world enjoy it. Its success helped popularize the battle royale genre. Many other games followed its lead. The game's competitive nature also led to its growth in esports. Professional players compete in tournaments for large prizes. These events are watched by many fans online. PUBG has won several awards. These include "Game of the Year" nominations. It is recognized for its exciting gameplay and impact on the gaming world.
Images for kids
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Game creator Brendan "PlayerUnknown" Greene at the 2018 Game Developers Conference
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PUBG: Battlegrounds Esports studio at the 2019 G-loot Grandslam
See also
In Spanish: PUBG: Battlegrounds para niños
