The era of PUBG on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One is coming to a close. Krafton and PUBG Studios have confirmed that support for these consoles will officially end on November 13, marking the end of an almost decade-long chapter for the battle royale’s console history.
For many players, these platforms were where they first dropped into Erangel, Miramar, or Sanhok, battling it out for that elusive chicken dinner. But as hardware ages and communities shift to newer devices, developers face the challenge of balancing legacy support with the demands of modern gaming.
Why Krafton Made the Call
According to the publisher, the decision to retire last-gen console support aligns with their goal of keeping PUBG competitive and future-ready. Removing the technical limitations of PS4 and Xbox One will allow:
- Higher, more stable framerates
- Enhanced visual fidelity
- Faster load times and smoother gameplay
- More ambitious updates without hardware bottlenecks
This change follows a growing industry trend, where live-service games phase out older systems to maintain performance and streamline development. Genshin Impact will also be doing the same thing.
What Happens to Player Progress in PUBG?
Krafton reassured its player base that no hard-earned progress will be lost. All stats, cosmetics, and unlocks will carry over to PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S, as long as players log in with the same account credentials.
For those making the jump, the move promises a significantly better gameplay experience, free from the technical compromises required on previous-gen consoles.
Looking Ahead
As of November 14, PUBG will be a current-gen exclusive on consoles. This shift is expected to speed up development cycles and open the door for more technically demanding content.
While the news may be bittersweet for PS4 and Xbox One loyalists, it also signals KRAFTON’s commitment to ensuring PUBG remains at the forefront of the battle royale genre. In the ever-changing landscape of competitive shooters, leaving older hardware behind is a necessary step toward bigger, better battlegrounds.
