Krafton has announced PubG Ded.Net, a multiplayer first-person shooter set in the same universe as PubG: Battlegrounds. Revealed at Gamescom 2026, the spin-off combines standard shooter mechanics with roguelite progression.
Quick Facts
- Developer/Publisher: Krafton
- Platforms: Unannounced (though assumed to match PubG: Battlegrounds)
- Release Date: Unconfirmed
- Access: Closed beta sign-ups available now via Krafton player accounts
What Is PubG Ded.Net?
Unlike the traditional military aesthetic of PubG: Battlegrounds, Ded.Net features a bright, 1990s punk visual style complete with neon colors, flashy outfits, and guns akimbo. The game takes place in the strange and unpredictable world of 1990s Cascadia. According to Krafton, the roguelite progression system is designed to give players new ways to experiment, adapt, and build their own approach during matches.
How to Join the Closed Beta
Players can sign up right now for the PubG Ded.Net closed beta by visiting the official registration portal and logging in with a Krafton player account. Because spots are limited, participants will need to wait for an email confirmation containing an invite before they can access the test. Krafton has not yet announced the start and end dates for the closed beta period.
Release Date and Platform Availability
As of the initial announcement, Krafton has not provided a confirmed release date or a list of supported platforms for PubG Ded.Net. However, industry expectations point toward availability on the same platforms as the main PubG title once further details are revealed.