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PUBG Corporation · Published by KRAFTON, Inc.
Content notice: The game includes blood effects caused by the use of firearms and melee weapons, as well as character death. (After dying, the session ends and players return to the lobby.) Players may be attacked by other players and/or NPC monsters, and some of monsters feature grotesque appearances that may induce a sense of fear or discomfort.
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
PUBG: Black Budget is an extraction shooter built around tension, survival, and the unknown. Join a classified operation and uncover the secrets of a mysterious island trapped in a time loop.
Join the covert operation in PUBG: Black Budget, an action-packed extraction shooter where each step could be your last. Unravel mysteries and survive endless loops on a haunted island.
About this game
※ This footage is from a version still in development and may differ from the actual game.
About PUBG: Black Budget
Designed as an FPP-first experience, PUBG: Black Budget is a tactical extraction shooter built around tension, survival, and the unknown.
You are a Contractor, a hardened veteran hired for a classified operation on an island at the edge of the world. Your mission is to recover top-secret technology from an abandoned research facility. But there’s a catch: the island is trapped in a time loop, consumed by a supernatural phenomenon known as the Anomaly. Extract artifacts, research your findings, and uncover the truth behind the black-budget initiative, SAPIENS.
In between missions, you’ll expand your personal Base, craft new equipment, and improve your character’s skills and proficiencies. Prepare to face PvPvE threats in an environment that grows more unpredictable with every loop – and the longer you stay, the harder it is to make it out alive.
Key Features
2.5 × 2.5 km open-world island featuring varied biomes, points of interest, and underground facilities
Up to 30-minute sessions combining exploration, combat, and extraction
Persistent inventory: keep what you extract, lose what you bring if you die
Level- and squad-based matchmaking for up to 3-player squads and 45 players per session
Dynamic PvPvE encounters against other Contractors and various hostile entities
The Anomaly gradually shrinks the playable area, creating tense and unpredictable scenarios every loop
Difficulty scaling that increases with player level and time spent inside the loop
Progression & Customization
Three rival factions offering contracts, missions, and rewards tied to loyalty and reputation
Persistent character growth through skills, proficiencies, and upgrade systems
Customizable and expandable Base featuring crafting stations, stash upgrades, and facilities that provide income
Research station serving as a narrative and progression hub
Extensive weapon and gear customization including faction-exclusive items
Healing items and stimulants enhancing survivability and performance
Full character and equipment customization including appearance, clothing, as well as weapon and equipment skins
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-8400, AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2060 8GB, AMD Radeon RX 6600
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 30 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 5600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 3070, AMD Radeon RX 6800
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 30 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
PUBG: Black Budget Additional Access Granted
Thanks to the incredible interest and support, we're granting additional access so that more players can join the 2nd Closed Alpha Test.Access is being granted by region on a rolling basis. Once granted, you'll be able to find the game via email and in your Steam library.A warm welcome to everyone joining us. We look forward to your participation and feedback throughout the test.📅 Test ScheduleTest ends: June 29 (Mon) 17:00 (UTC+9)See you in the field!Read full article on Community Announcements (dkx1245)AnnouncementsOfficial
[Notice] Temporary Maintenance for Network Issues
\ June 26 (Fri) 19:30 (KST)Maintenance is complete and the service is back online. We're continuing to monitor network stability, so if you run into any issues, please report them via our official Discord channel. Thank you for your patience.ㅤ─────────────────We've identified network instability with the service and will be performing temporary maintenance to address it.This maintenance will allow us to investigate and stabilize network-related issues, including connection delays, matchmaking failures, and disconnections during gameplay.Game access will be temporarily unavailable during the maintenance. Please check the schedule below.■ Maintenance Schedule(KST) June 26 (Fri) 18:30 ~ 19:30 (1 hour)(UTC) June 26 (Fri) 09:30 ~ 10:30 (1 hour)■ Maintenance DetailsNetwork service stabilizationWe sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and will do our best to provide a more stable play environment.Thank you.Read full article on Community Announcements (dkx1245)AnnouncementsOfficial
[Investigating] Network Instability and Matchmaking Issues
We're currently experiencing network instability affecting the game.As a result, you may encounter connection delays, matchmaking failures, or infinite loading.Our development team is investigating the cause and working to restore normal service as quickly as possible.We'll provide an update through our official Discord channel as soon as service is restored.We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.Read full article on Community Announcements (dkx1245)AnnouncementsOfficial
PUBG: Black Budget 2nd Closed Alpha Test is LIVE
The 2nd Closed Alpha Test is now live!You can launch the game from your Steam library right now. Drop into the field and experience the tension of every firefight and the weight of every extraction. Every match you play helps us refine the game on our road to launch. 📅 Test ScheduleTest ends: June 29 (Mon) 17:00 (UTC+9) ❓ FAQQ. Is the test under NDA? No. This test runs without an NDA. You are free to stream, record, and share gameplay content.Q. I ran into an issue or have a question. For technical issues or inquiries during the test, reach out via our official Discord channels or the email below. 📧 pbb_support@krafton.comWe look forward to your participation and feedback throughout the test. See you in the field!Read full article on Community Announcements (dkx1245)AnnouncementsOfficial
PUBG: Black Budget Playtest Access Rolling Out
Many thanks to everyone who applied for the 2nd Closed Alpha Test.Playtest access is currently being granted to selected players on a rolling basis. The game will appear in your Steam library once the test begins.We received an incredible amount of interest and support. As this test runs at a limited scale, we weren't able to invite everyone who applied, and we ask for your understanding.The 2nd Closed Alpha Test will run on the schedule below. If you're planning to take part, please check the times once more. 📅 Test ScheduleJune 26 (Fri) 17:00 ~ June 29 (Mon) 17:00 (KST) June 26 (Fri) 08:00 ~ June 29 (Mon) 08:00 (UTC)Thank you again for all your interest and support.The PUBG: Black Budget Team※ Updated: clarified when the game appears in your Steam library. (June 24, 2026)Read full article on Community Announcements (dkx1245)
