win.gg
Win.gg News This is what we know about the new PUBG Mobile sequel, New State

This is what we know about the new PUBG Mobile sequel, New State

Steven Rondina
Steven Rondina Published 25/02/2021
Google Preferred Source

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds has gone from the biggest video game in the world to an afterthought. The publisher behind the series is looking to change that.

A new PUBG game has been announced in PUBG: New State. The mobile shooter looks to be taking the franchise in a new direction, with faster gameplay mechanics and a more modern edge to its environments than the rundown Cold War-era locales of the original PUBG. 

A trailer dropped to show off what fans can look forward to from PUBG: New State:

“Coming in 2021, players will be able to drop in and explore a new map that expands the lore, experience graphics that push the limits of mobile gaming, master the best and most dynamic gunplay on the market, and enjoy next generation survival features that evolve the battlegrounds,” the description reads.

The trailer shows more fast-paced gameplay with a run-and-gun style more similar to modern battle royale titles such as Call of Duty Warzone and Apex Legends. This is quite different from the previous entries in the PUBG series, which were slower and more focused on tactics and positioning.

It also teases a big shift in terms of the playing environments of PUBG. PUBG’s lore revolves around war-torn areas that have been abandoned for decades and the environments, weapons, and vehicles all reflect that. By comparison, PUBG: New State has a number of modern and even futuristic touches, with glowing motorcycles and vehicles reminscent of Cybertrucks. A deployable barricade was also shown, with a shield being erected in front of players as a means of providing cover in an instant, something commonly seen in Warzone.

PUBG: New State is available for pre-order on Android devices. The game’s official Twitter account says that iOS users will be able to pre-purchase the game “at a later date.”

PUBG Mobile ban may be forcing company away from Tencent

One of the most interesting aspects to PUBG: New State is that it doesn’t seem to involve Tencent. The game is listed as “the latest title by KRAFTON, Inc. and PUBG Studio,” with no mention of Tencent anywhere.

Tencent, a massive Chinese tech conglomerate, developed and launched all mobile versions of PUBG in the past, including the wildly successful PUBG Mobile. PUBG Mobile boasted tens of millions of active players and was popular to the point where it was a hot-button issue across parts of Asia, particularly India.

Over the last year, governments around the world have become leery of mobile apps made in China. The most notable example was former United States President Donald Trump’s attempt to either ban social media platform TikTok or force it to be sold to an American company, all due to alleged cybersecurity concerns. Tencent’s own app WeChat also came under fire during that time. Courts have since struck down the ruling as a potential violation of freedom of speech. Tencent also allegedly plays an active role in human rights abuses in China, according to advocacy groups.

Late last year, heightened tensions between India and China led to a slew of mobile games being banned in the country, including PUBG Mobile. Though Tencent remains one of the world’s largest mobile game developers, increased scrutiny of the company may be prompting PUBG’s publishers to create their mobile version of the game.

Is PUBG Mobile banned in India?

As of this writing, PUBG Mobile remains banned in India due to its development by LightSpeed and Quantum Studios, a subsidiary of Chinese tech company Tencent. The game was banned as part of an effort to purge Chinese apps from stores in the country. PUBG’s publisher has been looking to launch a new version of the game, developed outside of China.

It is unclear whether development of a retooled PUBG Mobile is underway, or if the PUBG: New State is meant to be the game’s replacement.

When is PUBG: New State coming out? 

PUBG: New State is “coming in 2021.” No exact release date has been given, but the game is available for preorder on Android devices.

Steven Rondina Steven Rondina
About Steven Rondina

Steven Rondina is a true lifelong gamer. His earliest memories are of playing video games, and he has continued playing them throughout his life with no plans to stop any time soon. Steven’s favorite franchises in gaming include Pokemon, Dark Souls, and Counter-Strike. He has previously published with Bleacher Report and other gaming outlets.

View full profile
Read Also
LeBron James will earn more from prediction markets than basketball this year Esports Betting
LeBron James will earn more from prediction markets than basketball this year Michael Hassall Superstar basketball player Lebron James will earn more from prediction markets this year than from playing ball thanks to his mind-blowing 15 million dollar Polymarket sponsorship. The deal has highlighted both the contentious issue of prediction markets and sport (and the true market value of a 41-year-old player) as one of the NBA’s biggest stars now clearly has more cultural cache off the court than the value of a teammate ...
Polymarket bank failure predictions could force UK intervention Esports Betting
Polymarket bank failure predictions could force UK intervention Michael Hassall Crypto-based prediction market Polymarket has drawn the ire of the United Kingdom's (UK) establishment after several markets emerged predicting the downfall of British high street banks HSBC and Lloyds Banking Group. The prediction market, which also has markets tracking the downfall of the likes of JP Morgan, US Bank, and BNP Paribas, also included markets predicting the failure of several UK banking institutions. The markets, mainly “Which banks will fail ...
What Is Twitch Spendable Balance and How To Use It? Twitch
What Is Twitch Spendable Balance and How To Use It? Khizar Mundia Twitch is adding another way for viewers to manage their subscriptions, with recurring subscriptions now available through Spendable Balance. But what exactly is Twitch Spendable Balance, and how can creators use it? Here’s what you need to know. Many creators livestream on platforms such as Kick and Twitch full-time and rely on their earnings to pay for basic necessities. This was recently seen on Kick, when the platform’s KPP glitched ...
Eddie Craven: Kick Remains Creator-Focused As Ads Contribute Little Revenue Kick
Eddie Craven: Kick Remains Creator-Focused As Ads Contribute Little Revenue Khizar Mundia Kick initially prioritized the viewing experience and didn’t add ads to its content, which is why it was a major surprise when the platform finally started showing adverts. CEO Eddie Craven has addressed some of the criticism, revealing that ads are a minor revenue source for Kick, and reiterated that the platform remains creator-first in its approach. Ads initially appeared on Kick in May 2026, which sparked a backlash from ...
Is Dele Alli on Twitch? Here’s Everything About the Former Professional Footballer’s Streaming Content Twitch
Is Dele Alli on Twitch? Here’s Everything About the Former Professional Footballer’s Streaming Content Khizar Mundia Ex-Premier League footballer Dele Alli has not appeared on the pitch for a while, but the English attacking midfielder seems to have pivoted to streaming having started broadcasting on Twitch. Dele Alli’s breakthrough at Tottenham came in 2015, successfully establishing himself at an international level. He also won the PFA Young Player of the Year awards from 2015/2016 to 2016/2017. Despite his talent, the footballer faced a downfall after his ...
Marlon Becomes One of the First Streamers To Climb Mount Kilimanjaro Twitch
Marlon Becomes One of the First Streamers To Climb Mount Kilimanjaro Khizar Mundia When Marlon “Mar3lg” Lundgren Garcia announced that he would climb Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, many doubted whether he would be able to complete the feat — but the streamer has fulfilled his commitment. Twitch streamer Marlon isn’t new to IRL streams; indeed, he completed a Europe tour before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, the streamer’s announcement about wanting to climb Africa's tallest mountain was met with surprise, as ...
Kai Cenat Announces He’ll Sue Reggie — Is This the End of Clover Boys? Twitch
Kai Cenat Announces He’ll Sue Reggie — Is This the End of Clover Boys? Khizar Mundia Popular content group Clover Boys, which is associated with Kai Cenat, may be heading for a breakup after members started leaving following drama between Cenat and Reggie. Reginald “Reggie” Travers made several very public accusations against Kai Cenat and other members of Clover Boys on September 26. Cenat initially stayed away from the drama, but other creators soon began reacting to the controversy online. Reggie then made further serious allegations ...