KRAFTON, Inc. has released Update 39.2 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, further expanding Erangel: Subzero, the winter-themed version of the game’s iconic map. The update intensifies extreme weather conditions, introduces new environmental threats, and adds additional survival mechanics designed to raise tension across matches. Update 39.2 is available now on PC, with console platforms to follow on January 15. Additional details are available in the official Patch Report video.
KEY UPDATE HIGHLIGHTS
Expanded Environment for Erangel: Subzero: Originally introduced in December, Erangel: Subzero now features intensified winter conditions across the entire map. Stronger blizzards and whiteout effects reduce visibility, heightening survival tension in Normal Match, Ranked, and Custom Match.
New Special Zone – Satellite Crash: Update 39.2 introduces Satellite Crash, a new Special Zone that replaces the Red Zone in Erangel: Subzero. Satellites crash into the map multiple times per match, dealing impact damage and generating Blue Zone spheres. While highly dangerous, these crash sites also offer valuable loot, creating high-risk, high-reward decision points for players.
New Survival Tools for Extreme Conditions: Update 39.2 adds new tools available exclusively through crashed Satellites, expanding tactical options in extreme winter environments. The Frost Zone Bomb creates a large freezing Blue Zone that can disrupt combat flow, while the Thermal Protection Suit mitigates Blue Zone damage and prevents freezing effects, with durability decreasing as damage is absorbed.
Additional Gameplay and System Updates: Beyond Erangel, the update includes item spawn rebalancing on Rondo to improve looting consistency, including increased spawns in Secret Rooms. On PC, a new secondary password feature enhances account security and replaces SMS verification for Ranked mode.
Quality-of-Life Improvements: Additional updates include refinements to Team Deathmatch notification effects, the launch of a new Survivor Pass, increased salvage limits in the Hideout, and various bug fixes across all platforms.
