PUBG Mobile in 2021 featured a slew of collaborations, including one with English Premier League's Liverpool FC team and Riot Games' famous League of Legends anime adaptation Arcane. Other partnerships in 2021 for Tencent's popular mobile battle royale game include Marvel's Spider-Man film, No Way Home. These crossover events also brought iconic items and outfits.
The following are the most anticipated releases and collaborations in early 2022 for PUBG Mobile in the Philippines.
PUBG Mobile x Jujutsu Kaisen
This is the one that is most anticipated for PUBG Mobile this year. In August 2021, a teaser for the Jujutsu Kaisen x PUBG Mobile crossover collaboration was released.
While no specifics were provided regarding the collaboration, we can expect the hit anime's main characters, Itadori Yuji, Fushiguro Megumi, and Kugisaki Nobara, to have character suits and possibly even voice lines in PUBG Mobile.
Moreover, it would be a betrayal of the fandom if Satoru Goju were not included in the collaboration. Satoru's pretty-boy looks and badass Domain Expansion ability are highlights of both the anime and the manga. Considering how similar PUBG Mobile's shrinking Playzone mechanic and the concept of Domain Expansion are, this collaboration is a perfect fit.
Rise of K-Pop
Dominating music charts and esports scene – that is one of the outcomes of PUBG Mobile's 2020 collaboration with global K-pop sensation Blackpink. Will PUBG Mobile collaborate with another well-known K-pop artist this year?
Given how K-pop fandom has taken over the Philippines in recent years, and in light of the success of the PUBG Mobile x Blackpink collaboration, it will come as no surprise if another one of the Philippines' favorite K-pop idols joins PUBG Mobile for another successful run.
Will the sequel feature BTS, TWICE, or a BLACKPINK collaboration? After all, it's no secret that many popular K-pop idols are avid PUBG Mobile fans. This year's event would undoubtedly include fantastic events and rewards, with the PUBG Mobile map littered with elements inspired by the K-pop group collaborating. Keep an eye out for another collaboration from PUBG Mobile this year for its devoted Filipino players.
Filipino-themed Items
With PUBG Mobile's growing popularity among the Filipino community, there have been rumors of Filipino-themed items and events. With the Philippines having an active community engagement and fanbase in the game, it wouldn't be unreasonable for PUBG Mobile to pay tribute to them in any way possible, mainly through in-game challenges.
Players can anticipate in-game wearables with a Filipino theme, possibly inspired by the traditional Barong Tagalog or Filipiniana Dress. There have even been discussions about developing Filipino voice packs. Perhaps Filipino mythological legends centered on Ibong Adarna or the Encantos? Could there be a chance for Filipino Superheroes such as Darna or Gagamboy to make an appearance in the game?
What are you most excited about, or what would you like to see added to PUBG Mobile? You can leave your comment below.
