Posted: 17 Jun 2020 12:57 AM PDT

Hello, PUBG Esports fans!

With the PUBG Continental Series 1 (PCS 1), the 2020 global PUBG Esports event to name each region's best teams is also welcoming the return of the Pick'em Challenge.

The Pick'Em Challenge, first introduced during the PUBG Global Championship (PGC) 2019, offers a chance to win special items by successfully predicting the winner.

Availability of PCS 1 items

After the completion of the live server maintenance day on Jun. 17, 2020 – 5 p.m. on Jul. 2, 2020 (KST)

Voting period:

After the completion of the live server maintenance day on Jun. 17, 2020 – 6 p.m. on Jul. 2, 2020 (KST)

Availability of special items in the Esports Shop with Esports Points (EPs):

11 am July 7, 2020 – 9 am July 22, 2020 (KST)

Twenty-five percent of the revenue from PCS 1 items will be equally distributed among the four regional events. Exactly 12.5% of the 25% will go to the prize pool, and the other 12.5% will be allocated evenly to all participating teams.

This new Pick'Em Challenge for PCS 1 returns with bigger rewards and more fun, together with the Esports Shop and other line-ups of events. Check out the details below and FAQs and don't miss out on your chance to get special PCS 1 items!

Introducing, PUBG Esports Shop!

Starting with PCS 1, the Esports Shop is opening as an in-game space for PUBG Esports fans. You can use the shop and claim the final rewards and items from the Pick'Em Challenge with Esports Points. You can earn EPs by winning the games provided in the Pick'Em Challenge.

Improved Pick'Em Challenge Event

There are two types of Pick'Em Challenges for PCS 1, and you can earn EPs by participating in the event.

1. Predict the champion of each region!

In the main game of the Pick'Em Challenge, you can predict the champion of each region with your voting coupon. If you purchase PCS 1 items, you can get up to six coupons. Also, you can have a chance to get one additional voting coupon for free while watching live broadcasts. You cannot vote for the same team twice, and you can only vote once for each team.

List of the PCS 1 items:

PCS 1 COMBAT SET + one voting coupon
PCS 1 CLOTHING SET + one voting coupon
PCS 1 – M16A4 + one voting coupon
PCS 1 – MK47 MUTANT + one voting coupon
PCS 1 – UMP45 + one voting coupon
PCS 1 emote + one voting coupon

If you win the game to predict the champions, you will get 100,000 EPs that can be used at the Esports Shop in each region. For example, if you successfully predict the champion of one region, you will be awarded 100,000 EPs, and if you predict the champion of all regions, you can get a total of 400,000 EPs.

2. Who is better?

We have one more game that allows players to acquire EPs by successfully predicting which team will finish with the higher rank.

This game can be played for free even if you don't have voting coupons. You will get 2,000 EPs for each team if you win the game. For example, if you successfully predict the result of all rivals in one region, you will get 16,000 EPs. That said, if you win the game for every rival match in all regions, you can get a total of 64,000 EPs.

Pick'Em Challenge Event FAQ

Voting

Q. How can I obtain the voting coupon?

A. There are two ways you can obtain the voting coupon.

1. Obtaining voting coupon by purchasing a PCS 1-themed skin (full list of the PCS 1 items can be found above)
- One voting coupon is provided each time you purchase one of the below items released to celebrate PCS 1. You can acquire up to six voting coupons by purchasing all PCS 1 items.
2. Obtaining voting coupon for free by watching the tournament
- You can also get a voting coupon while watching PCS 1 live broadcasts. A certain code for a voting coupon will be displayed during the broadcast, and people who quickly type in the code on the "ADD EVENT CODE" section of the Pick'Em Challenge event tab in-game will each receive a voting coupon on a first come-first served basis. You can only obtain one voting coupon per account through this event.

Q. Where can I vote?

A. Go to the Esports Tab > Pick'Em Challenge Event Tab in-game to cast a vote.

Q. Where can I see the status of voting coupons I own?

A. Go to the Esports Tab > Pick'Em Challenge Event Tab to see the status of the voting coupons you own.

Q. What happens if I get a refund after I have already voted?

A. Once you refund the item after you have already voted, the vote will be invalid.

Q. Is the number of voting coupons allowed different according to the PCS 1 item?

A. You will get one voting coupon per PCS 1 item. The maximum number of voting coupons that a player can get by purchasing an item is a total of 7 coupons, including one free voting coupon that is provided if you watch the tournament.

Q. What happens if I have the voting coupon, but the voting period has ended?

A. If the voting period has ended, you cannot vote anymore. The vote will disappear as soon as the voting period ends.

Q. Can I vote again for the same team?

A. You can only vote once for each team. If you have many voting coupons, you may vote for other teams as well.

Rewards

Q. What do I get as a reward?

If you successfully predict the champion in the two types of Pick'Em Challenge games introduced above, you will earn the new Esports Points (EP). With the EPs obtained, you can obtain the final reward of the Pick'Em Challenge under PCS 1 at the Esports Shop.

Q. When do I get the Esports Points (EP)?

A. The EP is provided starting from July 6 after PCS 1 ends. You can use the points at the shops from July 6 until 6 p.m. on July 22 (KST). If you don't get them, please contact Customer Support at http://pubg.com/support for further inquiries.

Q. Will I continue to have the EPs even if I don't use all of the points that I gained from this Pick'Em Challenge?

A. The EP you obtained from the Pick'Em Challenge under the PCS 1 will remain until July 22, 2020 and it will disappear after that.

Q. Can I trade the items that I purchased with EP at the Steam store?

A. The items purchased using EP can be traded at the Steam Community Market beginning at 3 p.m. (KST) on July 22, 2020.

Event

Q. Can I trade PCS 1 items that I bought in the store?

A. You cannot trade PCS 1 items in the store.

Q. Where can I see the information on which teams are competing at PCS 1?

A. You can find information about teams, their players, real-time standings, etc. on the Esports tab in the PC in-game lobby.

Q. On which platform is the Pick'Em Challenge held?

A. This time, Pick'Em Challenge is held on PC and console. Please see above for the detailed schedule.

Update 7.3 - Now Live!

Posted: 17 Jun 2020 12:47 AM PDT

Update 7.3 is now available on PC Live Servers and brings a variety of new changes to the Battlegrounds. Read the full patch notes here.[www.pubg.com]

First up, C4 is a brand new tool in your siege arsenal. With a delayed timer and a powerful shockwave that can damage and kill enemies, even through walls and cover, C4 is the explosive you need to quickly make your enemies flee their fortified buildings and scatter into your sights.

Vehicle balance has gotten a big change as well. Damaged vehicles will now have a delay before they explode, giving you a short window to bail out before the boom. In addition, damage to most vehicles is now mitigated when not hitting vital areas.

Other changes include some improvements to Vikendi terrain and train lines, the return of the parachute follow feature, an increase in spike trap length, and the updated Esports tab, bringing you schedules and information for the upcoming PCS1 tournament and the return of the Pick'Em Challenge.

Update 7.3 is live now, so drop in and check out everything new!

Ranked Mode Rewards and Season Details

Posted: 17 Jun 2020 12:06 AM PDT

Hello players,

Our first Ranked Season has been an exciting time for us here and it's great to see so many people enjoy this new way to play PUBG. With just about a month left to go in the inaugural season, it's time to talk about next season's schedule and of course, rewards.

Upcoming Ranked Season Schedule

Season 7 was our first official Ranked Season and, due to some last minute changes needed, it was a little shorter than we'd initially planned. Going forward, future seasons will begin with the start of each new season and end once servers go into maintenance to begin the next season.

Season 7 Ranked Mode will end once servers go into maintenance for Update 8.1.
Season 8 Ranked will begin as soon as Update 8.1 goes live.

Requirements for Earning Rewards

Performance based rewards go hand in hand with Ranked gameplay. Once the season ends, you will receive rewards excuse to players in that season, based on the highest tier you were able to achieve.

The first milestone comes from simply completing your ranked placement matches in any ranked queue and rewards you an emblem for your PUBG ID.

The bulk of the rewards are reserved for players who achieve at least the Gold V tier in any ranked queue and include special Season 7 Ranked skins.

How do I get my rewards?

All rewards you earned from Season 7 Ranked will be sent to your account automatically once the season ends. This may take a little time due to the volume of rewards being sent out, but we expect the vast majority of rewards to be delivered within a few days of the season ending.

Season 7 Ranked Mode Rewards

Now onto the good stuff! There are two different categories of rewards depending on what you were able to accomplish in Season 7.

Here is what you'll earn:

Season 7 Tier Emblem

An emblem matching your highest Season 7 Ranked tier.The top 500 players in each region will be given a special TOP 500 emblem to commemorate their outstanding achievement.

Exclusive Season 7 Skins

Players who reach Gold V tier or higher will be granted the Season 7 Ranked Motorcycle and Parachute skins!

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One small update, we'd previously announced Nameplate rewards for your PUBG ID as well, but have now decided to excluded them from seasonal rewards.

We've made the decision to to overhaul the PUBG ID system to be more attractive and useful for players both in the menus and on the Battlegrounds. This will affect how nameplates work, so we're removing them from the rewards list for now.

Season 7 Ranked is quickly coming to an end, but there's still plenty of time to grind out that RP and secure your rewards before we kick off Season 8.

Happy hunting and see you on the Battlegrounds!

– The PUBG Dev Team