Developer PUBG Studios and publisher Krafton today announced that their free-to-play battle royale title ‘PUBG: Battlegrounds’ will get its original “Erangel” map back for the first time in a very long time. Launching with the game’s 29.2 Update, this recreated classic version of the original map will be a trip down memory lane and have specific elements of said old map implemented in this classic return. But don’t dally—it’s only going to be around for two weeks. Consoles will see this map from the 23rd to June 6th.
PUBG: Battlegrounds is available for PC via Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles.
Erangel Classic recreates the initial version of Erangel, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS’ first ever battleground, designed to evoke nostalgia for players who remember the early access days. Erangel Classic blends the original concepts and atmosphere of Erangel at the time of its first release with current gameplay elements to provide a unique old-school experience.
Iconic elements from the original Erangel map have been implemented in Erangel Classic. Upon entering this map, players will find that benches have returned, with weapons placed on them across the starting island. The gunplay balance has also been adjusted to capture the feel of the early days, with the recoil of all weapons, except for a few, being reduced. Players can also find the Tommy Gun in the Care Package, just like in the old days.
Additionally, players will be able to experience foggy and rainy weather, as well as graphics, world map, and a minimap that call back to the original PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS release.
Players can experience Erangel Classic in Normal Match for a limited time. It will be available on PC from 14 May to 28 May, and on consoles from 23 May to 6 June. During this period, Erangel Classic will replace the current Erangel map in Normal Match.
