A new PUBG PC update is now live on test servers, introducing a variety of tweaks, fixes, and improvements.

　　The new update #23 introduces a new weapon, gameplay tweaks, such as changes to blue zones, performance improvements, and a new report system. Some graphics tweaks are also introduced.

　　You can check out the full update notes below.

　　QoL

　　UI GUIDES: Added an on-screen key guide function which shows dynamic key guides depending on the game play situation (on by default, can change to off in gameplay options) 

　　Bug Fixes

　　UNDERWATER: Fixed the issue where players could use weapons while swimming if they kept pushing the weapon equip button near rocksNew Weapon: Skorpion

　　YouTube™ Video: PUBG - New Weapon - Skorpion

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　　The Skorpion is a new full-auto weapon pistol that will be available on all maps. It uses 9mm ammo and is ideal for close, early game encounters. Arriving with PC Patch #23.

　　Added a new handgun, the SkorpionThe Skorpion spawns on all mapsSingle fire and full auto fire modeUses 9mm ammo, it can load up to 20 bullets and 40 with an Extended MagazineAttachments:Sight: Red dot sightMuzzle: SuppressorLower Rail: Vertical Foregrip, Half Grip, Light Grip, Laser SightStock: Stock for Micro UZIMagazine: Extended Magazine onlySkorpion is also available in the Training mode. Have a fun!Lobby Patch Notes

　　Added Patch Notes to the lobby. They can be viewed in a popup by clicking the Patch Notes icon in the top right.Videos included in the patch notes cannot be played directly in the client.When clicking on a video, an external browser will open to play the video.Note: This feature will be applied once the update is moved to live servers.Gameplay

　　Decreased recoil of the P18C.We’ve toned down the opacity of the blue zone so that it less difficult to see through .Thanks to all of our players for the feedback you provided regarding this. Please share your feedback with us once you’ve tested the changes.Mitigated an issue where the blue zone’s opacity difference was too strong depending on the map and weather type.Before and after:

　　Erangel

　　Miramar

　　Sanhok

　　UI/UX

　　Added an on-screen dynamic key map guide which changes based on the gameplay situation.Appears above the minimap.Set to “On” by default, but can be switched off in Settings > Gameplay.We’ve improved the control of wheel menu, making it easier for players to select items.We’ve improved the Page Up/Page Down reticle changing functionality of red dot sight, holographic sight and 2x/3x scopes.Selections are now on a loop, so players can press one button to cycle through the options.The name of the player being watched while spectating teammates, in observer view, or killer spectating will now appear in the top left corner of the screen.World

　　Made fixes and improvements to Training ModeOptimized moving targets. Basic function is same as before but the appearance is slightly changed.Limited the maximum spawns of water vehicles (boat, aqua rail) to 2This is a temporary solution due to a performance issue, we will implement additional improvements in the future.Reduced visual flickering of thin objects such as electrical wires.Performance

　　Improved performance by mitigating an issue causing thin objects to flicker.Optimized particles in rainy weather.Supply System

　　Survival XP can now be earned while observing teammates.This grants 50% less XP than while aliveAnti-Cheat / Report

　　Added the report player function to event mode games.By pressing “R” key when spectating, you can report a player who previously killed you.Players can report other players during a match by clicking the “Report” button on the death screen.Up to 8 recent players who killed you will be displayed as available to report.When reporting a teammate who killed you, the option to report for team killing will be displayed.You can only report a player once per match.Skin & Items

　　Added multi-slot items as a new category.These are single piece clothing items that require multiple slots to wear (Torso and Legs, for example).If you try to wear a multi-slot item while wearing a single slot item in one of those slots, those items will be removed automatically.Changed the reset time of the weekly random crate to Tuesday 5pm PDT (UTC 0).Custom Match

　　Added a new game mode, War Mode: ConquestThis game mode sets two Platoons (up to 50 vs. 50) against each other to capture and hold objectives within an area. Your Platoon earns points as you hold these objectives and the team with the highest score wins.Multiple options, including capture area circle size can be adjusted in the match options.Added a few War Mode: Conquest related presets.A detailed guide for recommended custom match settings for this mode will be announced in a separate article at a later date.Replays are not yet available for War Mode: Conquest matches. This functionality will be added in a future update.Added the option to invite friends to a custom gameAdded an option to adjust damage ratios (from 0 to 500%) in custom game settings.You can adjust the head, upper body, lower body, arm, or leg damage ratio from bullets and melee attacks.You can also adjust the damage ratio from throwables.Corrected issue with default configuration settings for killer spectating and red zone in Esports Mode.Added “Camp Jackal” (Training Mode Map) as an available map for War Mode matches.Bug Fixes

　　Fixed the issue where players could use weapons while swimming if they kept pushing the weapon equip button near rocks.Fixed some exploitable spots which allowed players to enter inside cliff faces.Fixed the issue where in FPP when character holding throwables or ready to throw throwables is moving facing the sky, his/her hand flickers and moves around.Fixed an issue which caused the screen to shake excessively when spectating or viewing the death cam of an opponent who was firing a weapon.Fixed the issue where when freefalling out of the plane and pressing particular movement keys, certain animations didn’t play correctly.Fixed the issue where the footstep sounds of players moving at low speed (walking when crouching) was not played to other players.Fixed the issue where when click the “Play” button, game was frozen in the lobby.Fixed the issue where world map and wheel menu could be opened at the same time.Fixed the issue where a spot at the back of the truck and buggy would block bullets.Fixed the issue where when plane flew around you, the sound of plane was not played.Fixed an issue which caused waves to not be heard momentarily after unmuting the game sounds.PUBG is now available on PC and Xbox One as well as on iOS and Android.