A second alpha test for PUBG: New State has been announced. This one, however, is only available in Asia, MENA, and Turkey. Unlike the first test though, this one is open to Android and iOS users. The second test begins on August 27 and ends on August 29.
The first alpha test was back in June and was only for Android users in the US. For this second test, the application period is from August 9 to August 23.
In terms of what’s being tested, the first one focused on measuring the stability of the server and network. Tested as well as were performance and in-development gameplay systems.
The second test continues with those, particularly measuring an early version of those mentioned. For this upcoming test, players can try out the 8x8 Toi map where they can test unique game features. They can also explore a section of the PUBG universe.
The second test is available for these regions:
- Asia
- Cambodia
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Laos
- Macao
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Philippines
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Sri Lanka
- Chinese Taipei
- Thailand
- MENA and Turkey
- Bahrain
- Egypt
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
You can learn more details about this second alpha test here. Register for the test here.
The PUBG team revealed in a post that players from other regions may need to wait a little longer. The notion behind limiting the alpha test to certain regions is to allow the team to get key data without needing to divert many resources away from development.
Features
PUBG: New State is like the original version where 100 players are dropped into a single map and fight to be the last one standing. While the game is to be released on mobile, the use of new technology ensures that the graphics are better than ever.
Players can also expect gunplay that’s not only dynamic but also more realistic. Gunplay has been optimized for the mobile experience. There’s also a new weapon attachment system that players can use to customize their weapons. In terms of gameplay, there are interesting new mechanics like dodging and support requests. Players can even call for drones.
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