PUBG MOBILE version 2.1 launches the Global Chicken Cup featuring Lionel Messi, football-themed items and events, an updated game mode, and much more.

PUBG MOBILE is based on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, which burst onto the interactive entertainment scene in 2017. Up to 100 players parachute onto a remote island to fight in a decisive battle royale match where the last one standing wins.

The game is releasing a new 2.3 update, which includes:

— Global Chicken Cup featuring Lionel Messi, showcasing new items, events, and updated areas to explore

— the "Together Towards One Goal" event, where players can boost their ranking together with friends

— new items for Season 9, Cycle 3, and Royale Pass 17.

On November 17, PUBG MOBILE released the 2.3 update, featuring a range of football-themed items, events, and more, as Lionel Messi joins PUBG MOBILE as the honorary captain of the Global Chicken Cup.

In the 2.3 update, Lionel Messi will take on the role of captain for the PUBG MOBILE Global Chicken Cup, introducing a "football mania" mode along with numerous resources and rewards for players ready to fully immerse themselves in the game. More exclusive Messi items and equipment will also become available later in the updated 2.3 version, starting from November 23.

In the "Football Carnival" zone, players can travel along specially designed tracks on football-themed Zorb vehicles to sightsee the beautiful new urban complex. Players are also invited to access a new treasure vault, which will open after a certain period, where even more valuable supplies can be purchased.

From November 20 to December 3, those who play in teams daily will have access to a wide range of special benefits, such as protected rankings, bonus points for reaching the top 30, and doubled challenge points.

The 2.3 update for PUBG MOBILE marks the beginning of Cycle 3 of Season 9, along with a series of new legendary items and updates to the target rank mechanics: additional rewards are issued for achieving the season's set goals.

PUBG MOBILE has also introduced several other improvements, including weather and vehicle updates for the Erangel, Livik, and Nusa maps, security enhancements, weapon updates, and more. The official "Aftermath" mode will also become available later in the updated 2.3 version.