PUBG Mobile has made headlines again by announcing its return to India after a government ban. In its new avatar, the game will be called PUBG Mobile India and will apparently retain all of the badges, achievements, and cosmetic items Indian players possessed. PUBG Corp and Krafton announced that they will be rebranding PUBG Mobile to comply with the Indian standards that led to the ban. But apparently the government has yet to be impressed with the new efforts, which means the game hasn't even hit the market yet.
PUBG Mobile India - All data is saved
According to a report by MySmartPrice, the developers have confirmed that the data for the global version of the game will be retained for PUBG Mobile India. The report states that the old identifiers will be preserved, as well as their content. This means that all achievements, cosmetics, and currency will be available. But it also mentions that IDs that were banned for cheating and other illegal activities will not be restored.
PUBG Mobile India: What's New
PUBG Corporation has partnered with Microsoft to use their Azure server services. These game servers will be located in India. The Korean company announced that PUBG Mobile India is a new game designed with local interests in mind. In response to data storage issues, it will conduct frequent audits and checks of storage systems to ensure that Indian users' personal information is handled securely. In addition, there will be region-exclusive adjustments to reflect local needs. For starters, the new game will take place in a virtual simulation training ground. TechRadar is awaiting clarification on whether this means existing maps will fail in the new game or if this is an additional game mode. All the characters will also start dressed in the Indian version, unlike the previous one where they would be in their underwear. Effects like bleed will be replaced with green markers to indicate the virtual nature of the game. To promote healthier gaming habits and control the time users spend on PUBG Mobile India, the game will also introduce a feature that will limit users. extended sessions. It also seeks to create a local video game, e-sports, entertainment culture, and computer related industries. This will take the form of PUB Corporation creating an Indian subsidiary to better serve and engage gamers. More than 100 employees will be hired in verticals such as business, esports, and game development. The company has not publicly quoted the positions that will be created. The new office will also look at local collaborations and partnerships with other companies. India-only eSports events and tournaments are also in the works. Despite the company's efforts, it seems that the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) is still not convinced. According to a Times of India report, a ministry source said: "Unless they address the concerns, it will be difficult to grant relaxation." Krafton, the parent company of PUBG Corporation, is also planning to invest €100 million in India to facilitate the new unit. It is supposed to be the largest investment a Korean company has ever made outside of manufacturing.