Publisher KRAFTON has released Update 40.1 for PUBG: Battlegrounds on PC, with console versions following on February 12. The patch ends Erangel's Subzero conditions and launches the Spring Fest 2026 event, alongside map enhancements and UI improvements. A new web-based replay system also debuts to aid gameplay analysis.
KRAFTON announced on February 4, 2026, that Update 40.1 is now available for the free-to-play battle royale game PUBG: Battlegrounds on PC via Steam. Console players on Xbox Series and PlayStation 5 will receive the update on February 12, with crossplay supported between console platforms.
The update signals the conclusion of Erangel's harsh Subzero weather, restoring more familiar conditions to the map. Key additions include destructible gas tanks scattered across Erangel, which can alter combat dynamics. Secret Rooms now feature new loot such as the All-In-One Repair Kit, Emergency Cover Flare, and Jammer Pack. To improve visibility in fights, interior lighting in buildings has been upgraded.
Spring Fest 2026 returns as PUBG's annual winter-ending celebration, centered on four experimental survivors called the Transcendents. Participants can access a new Crafter Pass, progressive weapon skins, chromas, and special crafting items. Completing collection missions unlocks a custom lobby option.
UI enhancements aim to boost combat awareness with a revamped throwable inventory display, clearer squad status indicators, and better Blue Zone visuals on the minimap. These changes help players monitor situations and team coordination more effectively.
Complementing the patch, the PUBG Bridge website has launched, enabling 2D match replays directly in a browser. After linking a KRAFTON ID, users can access match history and replays from supported platforms without starting the game, facilitating anytime review of performances.
