PUBG MOBILE transforms Bangkok with its largest-ever PMGC celebration
From December 12th-14th, PUBG MOBILE launches its largest-ever PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) Player Festival in Bangkok, Thailand:
A star-studded lineup takes to the PMGC Stage, featuring Thailand's top stars BUS because of you i shine and Butterbear, plus the first-ever PUBG MOBILE Ultimate Runway fashion show
Global creators celebrated through the Annual Creator Awards, WonderPick Co-creation Show, and new WOW and PDP award categories, with interactive workshops and live experiences bringing their designs to life
The Bangkok PUBG MOBILE Carnival featuring Porsche collaboration experiences, the PDP CREATIVE ZONE showcasing a giant Lone Survivor Helmet, and interactive creative activities
BALENCIAGA collaboration includes the exclusive BALENCIAGA | PMGC 2025 Champion Jacket, and highlights the exclusive BALENCIAGA | PUBG | PUBG MOBILE Airdrop art installation, limited-edition merchandise, and more
The PUBG UNITED Fan Zone immerses attendees in the Metro Royale Battle Experience, The #1 Player Camera, Frosty Barber Shop, and PDP Creative Zone, offering live competitions, interactive creations, and exclusive rewards
Bangkok transformed into a PUBG MOBILE playground with immersive citywide visuals, tuk-tuks, plus the PUBG MOBILE giant boat,themed restaurants, collectible merch, and the city’s largest-ever drone light show on the Chao Phraya River
PUBG MOBILE AIR DROP STAGE EVENT delivers live performances by top Thai artists PAPER PLANES, MEAN BAND, and MILLI, plus thrilling Muay Thai matches starring Aida Looksaikongdin, Zaidania Looksaikongdin, Buakao Banchamek, Pinpetch Banchamek, and Antoine Pinto VS Leo Pinto
PUBG MOBILE, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, launches its largest-ever citywide celebration as Bangkok, Thailand, plays host to the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC). Throughout December, 16 of the world’s best PUBG MOBILE teams will compete to be in with a chance of lifting the trophy and taking home the lion’s share of a $3,000,000 prize pool from 12/12-12/14 at the 2025 PMGC Grand Finals. Players and fans around the world can experience the thrill of the 2025 PMGC live, streaming the action on PUBG MOBILE Esports’ YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch channels, to stay front-row for all the PUBG MOBILE action.
THE PMGC STAGE
The PMGC Stage is set to be nothing short of spectacular. Fans can look forward to exclusive appearances and special live performances by three of Thailand’s top stars-BUS because of you i shine, and Butterbear-each bringing their unique flair to the event. This isn’t just the ultimate esports showdown; it’s a crossover celebration that fuses T-pop and adorable charm into one unforgettable experience. Their presence promises to ignite the arena and create a truly immersive audio-visual spectacle for fans worldwide.
Adding to the excitement, 2025 PUBG MOBILE SUPERSTARS UNITED will bring together 16 celebrity and influencer teams from across the globe - including T-POP super idol group BUS because of you i shine - for a high-energy, reality show-style showdown packed with surprises and competitive flair. Fans worldwide can catch the excitement live on 12/13, at 17:00 ICT via the official online broadcast.
The spectacle continues with the debut of PUBG MOBILE Ultimate Runway, the game’s first-ever global X-Suit runway show, taking place live at the PMGC Grand Finals on 12/14 at 16:30 ICT, and broadcast worldwide via the official live stream, available here. Sixteen fan-favorite X-Suits and Gilt sets will be brought to life by sixteen renowned Thai models and cosplayers, authentically capturing the iconic essence of each suit. Taking to the stage alongside the 16 PMGC finalist teams, this one-of-a-kind event fuses the virtual world meets reality, creating a dazzling visual fusion of style and esports that fans won’t want to miss.
Porsche will invigorate the PMGC stage with the prize of a Porsche Cayenne to the MVP player of the 2025 PMGC Grand Finals. The sleek, luxury vehicle will be a perfect prize for the player who shines the brightest in their performance.
CO-CREATION FESTIVAL
2025 PMGC welcomes the return of the Co-Creation Festival - a prestigious year-end gala celebrating the world’s leading PUBG MOBILE creators. The event opens with a global live broadcast of the Creative Vision Awards, where nearly 20 creators from around the world are recognised for their work in World of Wonder (WOW) and the Ptopia Design Project (PDP).
PUBG MOBILE’s World of Wonder (WOW) offers players limitless creative freedom to build, design, and publish their own gameplay experiences. Now a thriving ecosystem with over 5.4 million community-made maps, WOW continues to grow in 2025 with a prize pool of over $10,000,000, empowering global creators and driving innovation across the platform.
Meanwhile, PUBG MOBILE also continues to celebrate the passion and creativity of the community through the Ptopia Design Project (PDP). In 2025, PDP held over 13 contests, added 32 player-made creations added to the game, awarding 1,366 winners and distributing a total prize pool of over $1,000,000. PDP remains committed to collaborating with creators, ensuring that their designs shine on the world stage.
Alongside the Creative Vision Awards, World of Wonder (WOW) presents the WonderPick Co-creation Show, uniting annual gold award creators for an exciting onsite challenge where teams build maps live, showcase their designs, and compete through onsite player voting. Visitors can experience each map, vote for their favourites, and meet the creators, while interactive livestream segments ensure both online and offline participants have a chance to win special rewards.
BALENCIAGA COLLABORATION
During PMGC, fans can experience the recent BALENCIAGA collaboration first-hand by visiting the BALENCIAGA store at Siam Paragon, where an exclusive BALENCIAGA | PUBG | PUBG MOBILE collaborative Airdrop art installation will be available from 12/10-12/14. Fans can take photos, try on limited-edition T-shirts, caps, and keychains, and discover the in-game BALENCIAGA collaboration collection.
Additionally, the BALENCIAGA l PMGC l PGC 2025 Champion Jacket takes center stage at PUBG UNITED 2025. As the PUBG Global Championship (PGC) and PMGC unite for the first time on a global stage, marking a new era where competitive esports meets luxury fashion, the winning team will be rewarded with an exclusive co-branded bomber jacket as a symbol of esports excellence. In total, only 16 jackets were produced worldwide - eight for the PMGC Champions and eight for the PGC Champions. Each piece is entirely unique, created through a handmade stencil technique that ensures no two jackets are ever identical.
Exclusively gifted to the winners of the PUBG competitions, these pieces are not commercial products, nor general team rewards - they are champions-only objects. Beyond the trophies, these jackets stand as the ultimate embodiment of victory, carrying the symbolism of achievement into the real world.
PUBG UNITED POP UP EVENT
The Bangkok PUBG MOBILE Carnival brings a whole host of exciting collaborations and activities to Siam Square Soi 5. From 12/5-12/11, fans on-site can get their own dose of Porsche excitement at the PUBG UNITED x Porsche collaboration booth. Capture photos with two Porsche 911 models, and celebrate the launch of the in-game collaboration which brings co-branded vehicle skins - including popular models such as the 918 Spyder, 911 Carrera, and Cayenne - straight to battlegrounds.
Fans can also explore the PDP CREATIVE ZONE, featuring PDP’s first-ever giant helmet graffiti collaboration created by 10 award-winning global creators. The Zone also showcases the PDP 2025 Outstanding Works Exhibition and the Community Co-creation Helmet Series Exhibit, with interactive activities and creative showcases for attendees to enjoy alongside a range of exclusive rewards. Fans are also invited to visit the Winner Winner Chicken Dinner booth to meet PUBG MOBILE cosplayers and win special gifts.
PUBG UNITED FAN ZONE
In Jewel Hall, fans can dive into a whole host of experiences from 12/12-12/14. Get up close with PMGC Championship trophy, become the star of PUBG MOBILE with The #1 Player Camera and capture your #1 highlight clip with a professional camera setup to earn exclusive player rewards, and team up with friends and dive into the Real-Life Metro Royale Battle Experience to gather supplies, face challenges, and evacuate successfully.
For a touch of style, visit the Frosty Barber Shop to try special hairstyles from Stylist Fox, enjoy exclusive stickers and makeup looks, snap gorgeous photos, and receive an extra gift! Discover unique Lone Survivor Helmet designs from the PDP creator community at the PDP Creative Zone, vote for your favorite design, and enter an exclusive lucky draw. Collect a custom Chibi portrait by a PDP creator, experience PDP Mummy Series toys, enjoy the creativity, and be inspired!
PUBG MOBILE World of Wonder (WOW) annual gold award creators will also be in Bangkok for the WonderPick Co-creation Show. Fans on-site can play their exclusive maps, vote for their favourites, and enjoy special interactions with creators. The challenge will also be livestreamed on WOW’s TikTok and Instagram, giving online players the chance to join the fun with interactive segments, while both onsite and online participants can win exciting rewards.
BANGKOK CITY TAKEOVER
In celebration of PMGC, the city of Bangkok welcomes players, fans, and visitors from across the globe to experience the immersive and action-packed PUBG MOBILE Bangkok Take Over, a groundbreaking fusion of gaming, entertainment, and urban spectacle taking place throughout December. From airports to major metro stations, the city will be transformed into a PUBG MOBILE-themed landscape, creating an unforgettable welcome for attendees.
The Chao Phraya River will become a central attraction, hosting PUBG MOBILE’s first and Bangkok’s largest drone light show, featuring over 2,000 drones on 12/13 from 21:00-21:25 ICT. The 25-minute spectacle will feature 14 animations, including the classic PUBG MOBILE airplane, parachute drop, airdrop, and the PMGC trophy, creating a stunning visual celebration for all to enjoy.
A PUBG MOBILE giant boat will sail along the Chao Phraya River from 12/12-12/14 near ICON SIAM during the PMGC Finals, featuring a massive 7.2-meter-tall Lone Survivor half-body sculpture. The ship will follow the route from Phra Pokklao Bridge to King Taksin the Great Bridge, with arms outstretched in a welcoming gesture to greet players and visitors from around the world.
From 12/1-12/31, ten PUBG MOBILE-themed restaurants will arrive across the city, with special drinks in stores, and fans can also get their hands on special PUBG MOBILE merchandise, available at NAISNOW and Maidreamin. Attendees can also jump on a fleet of over 40 co-branded tuk-tuks bearing PUBG MOBILE-themed designs that will be scattered around the PMGC Finals venue at Siam Paragon from 12/1-12/15. From 12/1-12/14, Grab, the ride-hailing service, will also join forces with PUBG MOBILE to promote PMGC, with themed Grab vehicles riding around central Bangkok (Siam-Silom) and nearby areas.
PUBG MOBILE AIR DROP STAGE EVENT
From 12/12-12/14, the PUBG MOBILE Airdrop stage on the 5th floor of Siam Paragon inside the PUBG UNITED FANZONE(Jewel Hall) will host an action-packed, free-for-all weekend of thrilling entertainment and gaming experiences. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere including live performances by renowned Thai artists PAPER PLANES, MEAN BAND, and MILLI, alongside thrilling Muay Thai matches featuring Aida Looksaikongdin, Zaidania Looksaikongdin, Buakao Banchamek, Pinpetch Banchamek, and Antoine Pinto VS Leo Pinto.
Finally, PUBG MOBILE will unveil its new vision of going “Beyond Battle Royale,” outlining major updates and initiatives for 2026 on 12/12. Stay tuned for more details!