Loot Trucks and Recall System on Sanhok. PUBG Patch 33.2 Unveiled

PUBG Studios has announced Patch 33.2 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, scheduled for release on January 15, 2025. This update introduces the Recall System to the Sanhok map, allowing players to revive teammates, and brings back the popular Loot Trucks, which offer valuable rewards. These changes aim to enhance gameplay dynamics on the map.

Additionally, the patch includes updates to shooting mechanics in Labs, a new Crafting Ticket, interface improvements, and various bug fixes and performance adjustments. The developers have ensured that the update addresses both player feedback and technical improvements to deliver an enriched gaming experience.

Live Maintenance Schedule

※ The times shown below are subject to change.

• PC: January 15, 00:00 - 08:30 (UTC)
• Console: January 23, 01:00 - 09:00 (UTC)

Map Service

※ PC players can anticipate the next rotation every Wednesday at 02:00 UTC, while Console players can expect the same every Thursday at 07:00 UTC.

Schedule

Start Date	PC	Console
Week 1	January 15	January 23
Week 2	January 22	January 30
Week 3	January 29	February 6
Week 4	February 5	February 13

Live Server - Featured Map

• Sanhok
  
  • Selectable in all regions during Week 1.
  • Offers the same party types and perspectives as Normal Match.

Live Server - Normal Match

Random Map Regions - NA, SA, EU, RU & Console

※ Rotations featuring Deston will have a 20% probability for each map. For Week 3, fixed and favored maps will each have a 22% probability and etc. maps will be 11% each.

Fixed	Favored Map (Taego, Rondo, Vikendi, Miramar) Rotation			Etc. (Deston, Sanhok, Karakin, Paramo)
Week 1	Erangel	—	Vikendi	Miramar	Paramo
Week 2	Erangel	Sanhok	Miramar	Taego	Deston
Week 3	Erangel	Sanhok	Taego	Rondo	Karakin
Week 4	Erangel	Sanhok	Rondo	Vikendi	Deston

Map Select Regions (AS, SEA)

Fixed		Favored Map (Rondo, Miramar, Taego) Rotation		Etc. (Paramo, Vikendi, Karakin, Deston)
Week 1	Erangel	—	Miramar	Rondo	Vikendi
Week 2	Erangel	Sanhok	Rondo	Taego	Karakin
Week 3	Erangel	Sanhok	Taego	Miramar	Deston
Week 4	Erangel	Sanhok	Miramar	Rondo	Paramo

Map Select Regions - KAKAO

Fixed			Favored Map (Miramar, Rondo) Rotation	Etc. (Paramo, Vikendi, Karakin, Deston)
Week 1	Erangel	Taego	—	Rondo	Karakin
Week 2	Erangel	Taego	Sanhok	Miramar	Deston
Week 3	Erangel	Taego	Sanhok	Rondo	Paramo
Week 4	Erangel	Taego	Sanhok	Miramar	Vikendi

Live Server - Ranked

• Erangel (25%) / Miramar (25%) / Taego (20%) / Rondo (20%) / Deston (10%)
• The map service for Ranked is updated on a season-by-season basis.

※ Please note that the features and updates described below are subject to change or removal due to issues such as bugs, in-game problems, and community feedback. The images are intended as visual references only; the actual game may look different as the builds are continually developed and refined before release.

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World: Sanhok

Loot Truck
The Loot Truck is making a comeback in the revamped Sanhok! It's been updated to fit the new environment, so whether your memory is a bit hazy or you're seeing it for the first time, don't worry—we've got all the details for you below.

• The Loot Truck offers players an additional way to loot items.
• After the match begins, four Loot Trucks will spawn at designated locations and travel along predetermined routes.
  
  • The truck will stop operating when destroyed, and no new Loot Trucks will spawn.
• Loot Trucks can be damaged or destroyed using weapons and throwables.
  
  • Loot Trucks take reduced damage due to their heavy armor, but attacking them from the sides deals increased damage.
• When the Loot Truck takes damage, small or large lootable containers will drop.
• Upon being destroyed, the Loot Truck will explode, granting access to its cargo hold.
  
  • The cargo hold contains a large amount of lootable gear.
• The explosion deals significant damage within a 10-meter radius.
  
  • Players hit by the rear door blown off during the explosion may be knocked down or killed.
• Available in Normal Match, Custom Match, and Arcade.
  
  • Does not apply to Team Deathmatch.

Dev's comment: The Loot Truck, first introduced in Sanhok four years ago, returns with Update 33.2! Destroying the Loot Truck, which offers a new looting opportunity, will reward you with enough gear to fully equip your entire squad. You might also find special weapons from the Loot Truck, so keep a close eye on it. However, always stay alert when attacking the Loot Truck. Its heavy armor allows it to withstand significant damage, and you might not notice other teams approaching while you're too focused on the truck!

Recall System

We heard your feedback! The Recall system is coming to Sanhok with Update 33.2.

• Recall flights are available every 2 minutes and 30 seconds but will not appear from Phase 6 onwards.
• Also applies to Custom Match.

Miscellaneous

• The shape of fences has been changed in some areas.

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Gunplay Labs: Aim Punch

The enhanced aim punch system is now available in the Arcade. We'll also be conducting a survey later to gather player feedback on the changes, so let us know what you think!

Schedule (UTC)

• PC
  
  • January 22, 07:00 - February 4, 07:00
• Console
  
  • January 30, 07:00 - February 11, 07:00

Details

• Map: Erangel
• Perspective: TPP Only
• Party type: Squad Only
• Misc.
  
  • The spawn rates of firearms are increased.
  • A faster-paced Blue Zone is applied.

※ Arcade Points are not granted for Gunplay Labs: Aim Punch play sessions.

Aim Punch

Improved aim punch mechanics have been applied to all firearms, with varying levels depending on the weapon category.

SRs

• The highest level of aim punch is applied.

Shotguns / SMGs

• A high level of aim punch is applied.

ARs / LMGs / DMRs

• Feature a low level of aim punch, with 7.62mm ammo demonstrating stronger aim punch than 5.56mm ammo.

Other Weapons (Handguns, Crossbow, etc.)

• A very low level of aim punch is applied.

Dev's comment: This update's Gunplay Labs features improved aim punch mechanics. Aim punch, which refers to the impact applied to opponents when they are shot, has been improved based on the characteristics of each weapon and the current weapon balance, resulting in different aim punch values for each weapon category. For this Gunplay Labs, we've also implemented a faster-paced Blue Zone and increased weapon spawn rates, reflecting feedback from the previous Gunplay Labs: SMG Rebalance. In Gunplay Labs: Aim Punch, you'll get an early look at the aim punch improvements, which are planned for a future update across all modes. Please note that details may be fine-tuned based on gameplay data and player feedback gathered through surveys, so your participation is greatly appreciated! For more information on the aim punch changes, stay tuned for the upcoming Gunplay Dev Letter.

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Crafter Pass: Spring Fest 2025

A new Crafter Pass is prepared for the first festival of the year. Read more details on the upcoming Spring Fest 2025 announcement!

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Workshop

Introducing the new Progressive weapon skins and Chromas - craftable only through Special Crafting at the Workshop! Check out the full details on the Spring Fest 2025 announcement.

Special Crafting Closing Date (UTC)

※ The Special Crafting - Spring Fest 2025 tab will be accessible only until the following dates. Make sure to use up your Tokens before the closing date!

• PC
  
  • March 17, 00:00
• Console
  
  • March 25, 00:00

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Mastery Medal

We've improved the Mastery Medal UIs to make it easier to check out your medal status.

• On the Career - Medals page:
  
  • The number of medals you own is now displayed by tier.
  • Each medal's description now shows the percentage of players who own that medal.
  • The 'Edit Profile' button has been moved to the bottom-left corner.
• On the Career - Overview page, the 'Last Medal Earned' section has been changed to a 'Medals' section.
• (PC) You can now view medal names and descriptions on the End of Match screen.

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Custom Match

• Hot Drop mode has been added.

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Lobby

• A new lobby music, "New Year 2025," has been added.

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Miscellaneous

• The Brightness setting in Settings - Graphics - Basic now only applies to the gameplay environment and no longer affects the brightness of the lobby.
• The brightness level of the entire lobby, including all menu screens, is now unified to maintain a consistent brightness at all times.

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UX/UI

• A 'Panzerfaust' tab, which appears when you own a Panzerfaust skin, has been added to the Misc category on the Customize - Weapons - Skins page.
• The description for the 'Brightness' setting on the Settings - Graphics - Basic page has been updated.

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Performance

• Improved some hitching and frame drop issues that occurred while players were moving in the Sanhok map.

Origin: pubg.com