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The last man standing is the winner in this multi-player battle game with realistic graphics

The last man standing is the winner in this multi-player battle game with realistic graphics

Vote: (32 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Bluehole Studio

Version: 25.1

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(32 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

Bluehole Studio

25.1

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • Large maps to explore
  • Many different weapons and items
  • Intuitive controls

Cons

  • Matches can be random
  • Framerate dips

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is a competitive shooter that pits you against up to 99 other players in intense battle royale matches.

When it comes to battle royale games, very few titles are as popular as PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG). The team over at Bluehole Studio has released this game on a variety of different platforms, and millions of players are jumping into matches every single week. While there are some distinct balance issues in this game, it is a great option for anyone who enjoys chaotic shooters that require patience, quick reflexes, and quite a bit of luck.

Many people are surprised to hear that this game was actually inspired by a J2000 Japanese film called Battle Royale, and it started off as a mod created by Brendan (PlayerUnknown) Greene. The primary goal of the game is to outlast all of the other players as the gameworld continues to shrink. PUBG originally started off with a single island that players would drop into, but it now has multiple battlegrounds to choose from.

If you prefer to play by yourself, then you can join games on your own, but you are going to be at a major disadvantage if you are playing in a duo, trio, or squad match. When you first enter a match, you are placed in a small area with all of the other players. During that time, you can taunt other players, explore, or simply wait for the timer to expire. Once the timer expires, you are transported to a plane that is flying over the combat area.

As soon as the plane’s light turns green and you hear the alarm, you can immediately jump from the plane or choose a landing site further down the flight path. Some players prefer to dive into the largest cities in order to start the battle right away while others want to parachute to the outskirts of the play area so that they can begin to collect items without worrying about enemy combatants. Both of those tactics can be viable, and you might need to experiment in a few different games until you find a style of play that works for you.

One of the features that sets this game apart is the completely random nature of the item drops. Better weapons and items can usually be found in dense cities and larger buildings, but you might occasionally find a top-level item in a random barn or shed. That chaos can be fun in some situations, but many players will become frustrated when they can’t find a competitive weapon or a good set of armor.

The combat itself is relatively straightforward, and you will need to kill combatants with a wide array of weapons. Everything from sniper rifles to machetes can be found in PUBG, and each item has its own pros and cons. You can also outfit your guns with many different accessories ranging from powerful scopes to extended magazines. While finding the right weapons is going to be very important in your matches, you must also make sure that you put on a good set of armor. With a solid set of body armor and a strong helmet, you will be exponentially more difficult to kill.

If you are playing with a squad, then teamwork is going to be absolutely vital. Players can drop and pick up various items and accessories in order to help one another build their kits. You will also need to communicate when you find new caches or catch a glimpse of enemy combatants. Without that level of teamwork, it will be nearly impossible to defeat other teams that are working together.

After you land, a circle is going to appear on your map, and that circle is going to become smaller once every few minutes. If you don’t make your way to the circle by the time it shrinks, poisonous gas will quickly begin to kill you. As the circle continues to shrink, the battles are going to become very chaotic as multiple combatants must fight over a very small patch of land. You can also use vehicles to your advantage if you want to run over enemies or get to better positions. When there is only a single combatant or team left, the game is over.

The biggest drawback of this game is the random chaos that often takes place. In one game, you might make it all the way to the final few circles without ever encountering another combatant. Following that game, a sniper could take you out within a few seconds of landing. That chaos can be very addictive, but it might turn away some competitive players who want to put their skills to the test. Tactics will be very important once you reach the final few circles, but everything leading up to that point tends to be random.

Even with those drawbacks, PUBG is still an entertaining game that creates some hilarious moments. With a group of friends, you could easily sink hundreds of hours into this game without realizing it.

Pros

  • Large maps to explore
  • Many different weapons and items
  • Intuitive controls

Cons

  • Matches can be random
  • Framerate dips