PUBG has had some hits lately, seemed to be a lot of stories every time I looked at a newsreader about how much people were playing PUBG and it was causing issues in Asian communities.
Well, they've had to do some adjustments and are rolling out those adjustments globally now (kids playing too many video games isn't just a single geographical region issue, it's worldwide).
The new 'gameplay management' is rolling out globally now to help remind players to enjoy the game 'sustainably' and have a balanced experience.
Your move Fortnite!
Press Release:
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Well, they've had to do some adjustments and are rolling out those adjustments globally now (kids playing too many video games isn't just a single geographical region issue, it's worldwide).
The new 'gameplay management' is rolling out globally now to help remind players to enjoy the game 'sustainably' and have a balanced experience.
Your move Fortnite!
Press Release:
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PUBG MOBILE TO ROLL OUT GAMEPLAY MANAGEMENT WORLDWIDE
PUBG MOBILE reveals plans to help build a sustainable gaming ecosystem in one of the world’s most popular mobile games
LOS ANGELES – May 14, 2019 – PUBG MOBILE is introducing a new “Gameplay Management” system that encourages players to enjoy a sustainable and balanced PUBG MOBILE experience. Upon logging in for the first time, players will be asked to confirm their age to activate the Gameplay Management system. Players under the age of 18 will have to acknowledge a gaming advisory before they can start the game. Also, the system will use pop-up notifications about game time to reminder players to rest or stop the game.
The Gameplay Management system has been deployed recently in certain areas, including Asian and North African countries, including Indonesia, India, Nepal, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. The Gameplay Management system will deploy in other markets in stages. PUBG MOBILE will soon be one of the first mobile games to deploy a Gameplay Management system on a global basis. Releasing globally in various stages, the system will help gamers make informed time management choices when playing PUBG MOBILE. As PUBG MOBILE grows into one of the world’s most trending mobile games, it is devoted to providing a better gaming environment and being proactive in building a balanced and sustainable online gaming ecosystem.
“PUBG MOBILE is committed to being a responsible interactive entertainment provider. With experts worldwide examining the impacts of technology and videogames on players of all ages, our team wants to ensure our community is equipped to make informed choices when it comes to PUBG MOBILE,” said Vincent Wang, General Manager of Global Publishing Department, TencentGames. “Today’s announcement is a proactive step in ensuring that hundreds of millions of players worldwide can continue to enjoy PUBG MOBILE in a sustainable manner.”
PUBG MOBILE will assess user feedback and experience to adjust and enhance the Gameplay Management system as it scales to a global deployment. PUBG MOBILE will also launch initiatives to educate players on the benefits of the Gameplay Management system. PUBG MOBILE strives to further encourage players around the world to develop a positive mindset while they enjoyPUBG MOBILE.