PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds

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4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 2012 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 630 out of 2012
  2. Mixed: 456 out of 2012
  3. Negative: 926 out of 2012

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  1. azgoodaz
    Dec 22, 2017
    8
    Note: I did get this game for free. I got it for free because I took part in the Pre-Alpha that happened (I think) in July of 2016. Getting the game for free doesn’t affect my review at all (it gets nit and gritty towards the end).

    --- For those wondering, why is this so familiar? - Well, because the person behind this game is PLAYERUNKNOWN (as stated in the title of the game).    Note: I did get this game for free. I got it for free because I took part in the Pre-Alpha that happened (I think) in July of 2016. Getting the game for free doesn’t affect my review at all (it gets nit and gritty towards the end).

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    For those wondering, why is this so familiar?

    - Well, because the person behind this game is PLAYERUNKNOWN (as stated in the title of the game). It’s his standalone game. He first started his Battle Royale work in Arma 2/3 as Mods. Than Daybreak licensed Battle Royale gamemode from him and they implemented that his game mode in their game called ‘H1Z1,’ later on they saw the potential of Battle Royale and they split the game into 2 games with one game that only has the Battle Royale game mode called H1Z1.

    What does BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG) feel like?

    - It’s a mixture of Arma 3 and H1Z1, but more or less it feels like Arma (but not clunky) since it’s not arcadey like H1Z1 and it actually takes skill to learn. It’s not just about getting kills. It’s about surviving. If you like tactical’ness, outsmarting your opponent, a non-clucky engine like Arma 3 and just an overall fun time. This is the game for you. In Arma 3, it’s slow pace and walking everywhere, sometimes taking a vehicle. In H1Z1, almost everyone is in a car and if you get near someone they jump out (while the car is going full speed) and they try to shoot you. In this game, it’s medium pace, the vehicles in BATTLEGROUNDS will get you killed if you randomly jump out to kill someone at full or half speed.

    In BATTLEGROUNDS, you have servers where you can go Solo or find a teammate(s) in Duo and SQUAD, just like in H1Z1. Unlike in H1Z1, but like in Arma 3, if you team in Solo servers you will get banned. PLAYERUNKNOWN promised that Mod support would be coming at official release. But, Mod support is nowhere to be found in 1.0. They stated that Mod support to the point where you can create your own Battle Royale game mode (and publish it to the Steam Workshop), host it (maybe rent a server like in the Battlefield series) and have your own community or group of friends play it. Weapon-wise, all these weapons don’t have predicable weapon recoil, they’re all different, as well with the bullet drop/travel. Attachments like forgrips, compensators and more all can decrease the recoil and change the final outcome of the game when it comes down to that 1v1 at the end. You can’t use 3rd person shooting all the time, it’s not accurate as 1st person shooting (like in H1Z1, both 1st and 2nd can be used at medium/long).

    As I mentioned in the beginning, getting the game for free doesn’t affect my review at all. But because this is a review, I have to be unbiased and review all aspects of the game, even the company behind the game. I give the score what I gave it because of one issue. Due to the fact that the Community Manager/Community Team of the game, Sammie and FWG (go on my Twitter for that link/story). They were very disrespectful, closed minded and banned me on many platforms to censor me. I would have given this game a 9/10 if this situation didn’t happen/taken place.

    In the end, I’m glad PU made the Mod in Arma 2/3 and Daybreak licensed the Battle Royale mode from PLAYERUNKNOWN. He got rid of the clucky’ness from Arma and understood all of H1Z1 mistakes, downfalls, lack of communication/game updates and made his own game. And to be honest with you, this game is pretty bada** and worth the buy. I’m glad that I was able to see this game grow when when Pre-Alpha was going on. And let's face it, H1Z1 is still in Early Access just this upcoming January in 2018, it will be 3 years in Early Access... PUBG put H1Z1 in it's coffin.

    It’s one of those games that you will come back and play each day just because how fun it is, H1Z1 (or other BR related titles) can’t do this.

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    My Review Score: 8/10    … Expand
  2. jidon333
    Dec 20, 2017
    10
    Best multiplay shooting game ever!
    Although this game still have bad optimization and server lag issues, It's getting better at every patch and even some bugs make my gameplay experience so fun.
    New desert map with parkour system on the test server is also amazing. Fancy graphic, better optimization, better game design. This game was great example of early access. And from today, this    Best multiplay shooting game ever!
    Although this game still have bad optimization and server lag issues, It's getting better at every patch and even some bugs make my gameplay experience so fun.
    New desert map with parkour system on the test server is also amazing. Fancy graphic, better optimization, better game design.
    This game was great example of early access. And from today, this game is great example of new age multiplay shooting game.    … Expand
  3. Tijk
    Mar 23, 2018
    8
    I love this game. Every game is different and there is nothing wrong with it. But the servers are not the best tho. That is Why I give pubg a 9/10!
  4. GescheertSchaap
    Mar 28, 2018
    10
    Best game ever! Way more realistic than **** Guns actually take skill to shoot.
  5. melonboy
    Apr 16, 2018
    8
    There's a steep learning curve if you are new but the game is easy to understand and play. First person mode works well and the guns feel and sound good but the hackers and grass despawning through scope need to be dealt with.
  6. skitthecrit
    Dec 21, 2017
    8
    It's a pretty fun game made more fun when playing with friends. There are still bugs a plenty, but most are either hilarious (flying cars) or moderately rare(getting stuck in objects). I'm not forgiving the devs for this, no. If they are going to come out of early access, I think they should have worked to iron out the bugs a bit more. However, this game has a lot of potential, and what isIt's a pretty fun game made more fun when playing with friends. There are still bugs a plenty, but most are either hilarious (flying cars) or moderately rare(getting stuck in objects). I'm not forgiving the devs for this, no. If they are going to come out of early access, I think they should have worked to iron out the bugs a bit more. However, this game has a lot of potential, and what is already there is a blast when playing with good friends.… Expand
  7. Humboldt1337
    Mar 26, 2018
    10
    This is my favorite FPS of all time. It hits on all points - Good game play, good graphics, realistic weapons and vehicles. Don't listen to the haters, this game is amazing.
  8. Hack
    Dec 26, 2017
    8
    1.0 is in a much better state than I expected 3 months ago, I've put nearly 300 hours into the game and while it does still have many problems it's extremely fun and rewarding, the highs always outweigh the lows. Once they fix the server rubber-band issue the game will feel quite nice to play as they've optimised the client a lot since beta and it now runs so much better. It's a long road1.0 is in a much better state than I expected 3 months ago, I've put nearly 300 hours into the game and while it does still have many problems it's extremely fun and rewarding, the highs always outweigh the lows. Once they fix the server rubber-band issue the game will feel quite nice to play as they've optimised the client a lot since beta and it now runs so much better. It's a long road ahead from here, but after seeing the work that went into 1.0 I have faith the devs are in this for the long haul.… Expand
  9. Sokar
    Jan 5, 2018
    8
    This game has of course some problems, that doesn't mean that it's nto fun...i play on pc and have 6 hours, i know its not mutch but its enough to have an idea of this awesome game.
  10. reetaplays
    Feb 21, 2018
    8
    Fortnite is worse. #ChaseMccain4life
  11. DONTPANIC919
    Feb 25, 2018
    10
    The game definitely needs work but it's addictive af. Great game! Dropping at the school or Pecado
  12. signam96
    Feb 27, 2018
    8
    Really nice game to spend your time, but there is few problems(cheaters bugs and few sound problems, that really affect the game-play)
  13. Brcoleman78
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    There are a lot of reasons why this game shouldn't have a 10. But honestly I like this game a lot despite the problems it has. Nothing is perfect. I have tons of fun while playing and have made some gaming buddies along the way.
  14. Dukay66
    May 25, 2018
    8
    PUBG is one of the most addictive multiplayer games I've ever played, as well as extremely rewarding when you receive a chicken dinner in solo, with a partner, or with a whole squad. The game is extremely tactile in how you can play it, it's up to you. The game does look and sometimes play like an outdated game, hopefully we can get some graphical and performance boost in the future. Also,PUBG is one of the most addictive multiplayer games I've ever played, as well as extremely rewarding when you receive a chicken dinner in solo, with a partner, or with a whole squad. The game is extremely tactile in how you can play it, it's up to you. The game does look and sometimes play like an outdated game, hopefully we can get some graphical and performance boost in the future. Also, they need to add more content. Add a player rank system to make it feel like your playing for something more than just that match. Overall, there's a great foundation here.… Expand
  15. Cam7592
    Dec 5, 2019
    10
    great game but they many hakers in ............................................................
  16. AlucardPE
    Jul 30, 2018
    9
    Gostei bastante do game. Inovador e muito divertido. Precisa melhorar muito ainda - isso é fato - mas o resto, tá de boa.
  17. auditbadger
    May 6, 2018
    9
    I think that this is truly a unique game and I would recommend that if you are a fan of this type of genre then I think you should give this game a try.
  18. JamalenUK
    Jan 10, 2018
    8
    This game has a split personality, it swings wildly from being nothing but irritating and frustrating to being the most exciting game you have ever played.. My advice, play it with someone either in squads or in a duo with voice communication.. it it much better then going in solo..
  19. RIKCAMandNOAH
    Feb 21, 2018
    9
    This is a really great game, but this game is ruined because of server problems and Chinese hackers
  20. Neatqt
    Feb 25, 2019
    8
    Cast: n/a
    Story: n/a
    Fun: 8/10
    Gameplay: 8/10

    Recommended
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  21. PXpropox
    May 19, 2018
    8
    Pubg es un juego que en sus inicios tenia bastantes bugs, y es comprensible ya que no se esperaba tal numero de jugadores. A mejorado bastante desde entonces, y de hecho a hecho famoso el genero BatleRoyale. Actualmente tiene tres mapas muy bien diferenciados entre ellos, con muchas armas y vehiculo. Ademas se actualiza constantemente cada par de meses.
  22. DenKo027
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    This is the best genre of shooter in the last few years. Many technical drawbacks but I hope the developers will not stop improving the game.
  23. vlad2009
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    круьая игра каждый деоь играю игра крута игпрпа мне нрпавится
  24. gloom15
    Nov 18, 2018
    9
    Очень вариативный геймплей, никогда не знаешь в каком доме, за каким камнем или в каких кустах кто-то сидит, топ1 взять конечно не сверхсложно, постараться придеться, причем надо уметь не только стрелять, но и тактически мыслить. В общем рекомендую!Очень вариативный геймплей, никогда не знаешь в каком доме, за каким камнем или в каких кустах кто-то сидит, топ1 взять конечно не сверхсложно, постараться придеться, причем надо уметь не только стрелять, но и тактически мыслить. В общем рекомендую!
  25. lsolorzanom112
    Dec 11, 2018
    10
    Great ambience and atmosphere of tension. Technical and slow-paced, it takes time to get used to your survival mechanics. But after the first victory you can't stop playing. Technically fulfilled but not the best. Its gameplay is a recycling of several market shooter. What makes the game really special is the feeling of the cat and the mouse in the games which makes it the best BattleGreat ambience and atmosphere of tension. Technical and slow-paced, it takes time to get used to your survival mechanics. But after the first victory you can't stop playing. Technically fulfilled but not the best. Its gameplay is a recycling of several market shooter. What makes the game really special is the feeling of the cat and the mouse in the games which makes it the best Battle royale on the market.… Expand
  26. ferdswa
    Dec 31, 2018
    10
    Good game which has gotten a lot better over the last year. I have a 2011 PC with a 2016 mid range GPU and I dont see a single performance or server issue.
  27. rocketking85
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Great game which has gotten a lot better over the last year. I have a 2017 PC with a mid range GPU and I dont see a single performance or server issue.
  28. VielkiBobaz
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    People are making bad reviews for this game are 99%: - fortcrap kids, - ppl which sux in the game, - console peasants which have broken game on their bad hardware.
  29. rNc
    Mar 18, 2019
    8
    I like to play PUBG with my friends,it's really funny.But sometimes this game lags a lot without any reason to lag.This game still full of bugs,curve textures,but it is not very important.Reputation of PUBG is reputation of reliable and interesting battle royale.I like this game
  30. tgijeff
    Aug 11, 2019
    10
    PUBG is a great game if you have a decent computer (I'm talking AT LEAST a GTX 1060 or higher). If your computer can handle the game, it is incredibly fun. There was a major issue with hackers for a long, long time on the North American servers up until the most recent patch 2 weeks ago. I honestly hated the game during that period of time. Bluehole fixed it. Seeing that 99% of the hackersPUBG is a great game if you have a decent computer (I'm talking AT LEAST a GTX 1060 or higher). If your computer can handle the game, it is incredibly fun. There was a major issue with hackers for a long, long time on the North American servers up until the most recent patch 2 weeks ago. I honestly hated the game during that period of time. Bluehole fixed it. Seeing that 99% of the hackers were from China, they made it so that everyone with China's ping ended up in the same match (i.e., the hackers were placed with each other in the same game - the ultimate troll). PUBG is beautiful, challenging, and addictive. Bluehole has worked so hard to make this game the way it is. There will always be room for improvement, but at the moment, with my 1000 hours logged since 2017, I can honestly say that there is nothing wrong with the game (assuming you have a decent computer, once again. The players that complain usually have cheap computers or are not skilled at the game - if you get killed by a camper, that's your fault for not stocking up on flash grenades or being more alert - it's not rocket science.… Expand
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#17 Best PC Game of 2017
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#8 Most Discussed PC Game of 2017
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#3 Most Shared PC Game of 2017

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Games.cz
    Apr 24, 2018
    90
    The whole madness around PUBG is well-deserved. This is the best possible praise for this great battle-royale-genre shooter. What a pity there are so many bugs, mad vehicle physics and occasional cheaters, but it bothers you only for a while. When you frantically get into the hectic, slightly frightening struggle for life and death you’ll forget anything else.
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  2. CD-Action
    Mar 14, 2018
    90
    PUBG’s version 1.0 not only brings a new map, but primarily introduces numerous crucial gameplay improvements to a game which was already hard to resist. [02/2018, p.28]
  3. games(TM)
    Feb 22, 2018
    90
    PUBG lives up to its monstrously large reputation. [Issue#197, p.74]
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