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Patch Notes7/14/2026

Patch Notes - Update 42.2

Update 42.2 adds revamped Basic and Beginner Training, new Hot Drop and Solo Deathmatch modes, and extensive Taego and Rondo map updates. Communication, map, marker, console control, and graphics options are improved. Taego and Rondo Secret Room loot pools are adjusted, while Ranked EU Squad (TPP) PC hours change to 13:00–24:00 UTC.

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Structured changes

Basic TrainingAdditionPCconsole

Added a 17-chapter step-by-step tutorial with NPC guidance, checklist-based Clear Ranks, and chapter completion rewards.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Beginner TrainingAdditionPCconsole

Added daily missions through Day 14, with rewards and a 30-day completion period; available to all players.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Console Graphics ModeAdditionconsole

Added Resolution Priority mode targeting stable performance up to 60 FPS and Framerate Priority mode supporting up to 120 FPS on compatible 120Hz displays.

Effective 7/23/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Console Inventory ControlsAdjustmentconsole

Changed Radio Message input from L3 to R3; item use, attachment actions, and slot switching moved from R3 to L3, with some actions requiring held L3.

Effective 7/23/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Console Driving ControlsAdjustmentconsole

Changed Driver/Aim mode switching from holding R3 to pressing R3 twice.

Effective 7/23/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Console World Map ControlsAdjustmentconsole

Added R Stick cursor movement and R3 confirmation for markers and other World Map functions.

Effective 7/23/2026, 1:00:00 AM
TaegoMap changePCconsole

Restructured parts of the Go Dok area.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Taego Secret Room LootAdditionPCconsole

Added possible spawns for Ghillie Suits, Pickaxe, Jammer Pack, Folded Shield, Mountain Bike, Mortar, Repair Kit, M79, Stun Gun, Zipline Gun, and Emergency Cover Flare.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Taego Secret Room Weapon PoolAdjustmentPCconsole

Added Vector, ACE32, M24, Kar98k, Micro UZI, UMP, and S12K; removed K2, VSS, and S686.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
RondoMap changePCconsole

Reworked the map with new roads, adjusted water depth and ridgelines, removed peripheral buildings, and modified or added buildings to improve traversal and looting.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Rondo Secret Room Care Package WeaponsAdjustmentPCconsole

Care Package weapons now have a chance to spawn only in the dedicated Care Package weapon slot instead of any weapon category slot.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Rondo Secret Room Weapon PoolAdjustmentPCconsole

Added S12K, UMP, MP5K, and JS9; removed VSS.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
World MapAdditionPCconsole

Added Map, Missions, and Match Log tabs, consolidating access to map information, missions, and match history.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Message RadialAdjustmentPCconsole

Improved icon and text presentation, visibility, layout, opening speed, marker previews, and inventory section-specific radial menus.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
PC Message Radial ControlsAdditionPC

PC players can open the World Message Radial while aiming or shouldering and can crouch, go prone, and lean while it is open.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Action RadialAdditionPCconsole

Renamed the Emote Wheel to Action Radial and added Inspect Weapon in Slot 1 and Join Group Emote in Slot 5; Inspect Weapon no longer has a separate key binding.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
MarkersAdjustmentPCconsole

Regular markers now notify teammates via radio message; item markers are independent and clear when items are moved, Del removes both marker types, and Enemy Spotted markers can be placed through the World Message Radial.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Hot Drop ModeAdditionPCconsole

Added the TPP squad mode on Erangel, Miramar, Vikendi, and Taego, with small fast-closing safe zones, heavy out-of-zone damage, and no vehicles, Care Packages, boats, or trains.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Hot Drop Mode Service PeriodAdditionPCconsole

PC service runs from 2026-07-15 00:00 to 2026-07-29 07:00 UTC; console service runs from 2026-07-23 01:00 to 2026-08-06 07:00 UTC.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Solo DeathmatchAdditionPCconsole

Added a 10-player FPP mode with 10-minute rounds, kill and damage scoring, respawns with brief invincibility, boost-based health regeneration, and selectable Spawn Kits.

Effective 7/29/2026, 7:00:00 AM
Ranked EU Squad (TPP)AdjustmentPC

Adjusted PC EU Squad (TPP) operating hours to 13:00–24:00 UTC.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Sanhok PerformanceAdjustmentPCconsole

Optimized Sanhok to reduce frame drops.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Combat PerformanceAdjustmentPCconsole

Improved combat performance to reduce stuttering.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Gameplay AnimationsBug fixPCconsole

Fixed an issue where incorrect animations were occasionally displayed during gameplay.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Blue Zone Elimination MessageBug fixPCconsole

Fixed the incorrect “You were killed by you” message when a player was knocked out and killed by the Blue Zone.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Pony CoupeBug fixPCconsole

Fixed a broken character pose that could occur when changing seats while firing.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Console Audio SettingsBug fixconsole

Fixed an issue where audio did not play according to configured sound settings.

Effective 7/23/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Taego World Collision, Texture, and PerformanceBug fixPCconsole

Fixed collision, texture, performance, and other general issues on Taego.

Effective 7/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM

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