On June 9th, Gizcoupon reported that the 24.1 version of “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds” is set to be launched on June 14th (Beijing time). The new version brings updates to tactical equipment, adjustments to the Vikendi map, and the addition of a competitive map.
The developers aim to give a fresh meaning and significance to tactical equipment. They transform them into essential assets for players rather than mere consumables. They hope that players can utilize the revamped tactical equipment to contribute to the success of their team. This provides both newcomers and veterans with a greater sense of achievement.
Gizcoupon introduces the new tactical equipment mechanics in “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds” as follows:
From now on, at the start of each match, every player will have a tactical equipment crate in their inventory. To ensure that the tactical equipment crate doesn’t burden early gameplay after parachuting. Its weight has been set to zero.
Upon opening the tactical equipment crate, players can choose one desired tactical equipment from the available options. They include emergency handling gear, tactical backpacks, observation scopes, drones, blue chip detectors, and repair kits.
The chosen tactical equipment will be equipped in the 6th weapon slot, specifically designated for tactical equipment. Once equipped, tactical equipment cannot be unequipped. When a player is eliminated, their held tactical equipment and the tactical equipment crate will not drop but disappear from their inventory. Even if a player is revived or returns to the battlefield via a resurrection match, they will not receive a new tactical equipment crate.
