The year 2021 had a smorgasbord of collaborations that included the English Premier League’s Liverpool FC team and Riot’s League of Legends popular anime adaptation Arcane. Other headline-making collaborations Tencent’s hit mobile game had in 2021 include Marvel’s Spiderman movie, No Way Home. With iconic items and outfits up for grabs, these collaborations were hard to top.
So what can we expect from PUBG Mobile in the Philippines, especially in terms of releases and collaborations in the early part of 2022?
Jujutsu Kaisen.
This is the most anticipated one coming to PUBG Mobile this year. A teaser for the Jujutsu Kaisen x PUBG Mobile crossover collaboration was teased late last year in August.
While no specific details were given to what would be included in the collaboration, we can definitely expect the main characters from the hit anime; Itadori Yuji, Fushiguro Megumi, and Kugisaki Nobara to have character suits, and maybe even voice lines come to PUBG Mobile. It would also be a crime to the fandom if Satoru Goju isn’t included in the collaboration. His pretty boy looks and badass Domain Expansion ability are highlights of the anime and the manga. If you think about it, PUBG Mobile’s shrinking Playzone mechanic and the whole idea of Domain Expansion is pretty similar, so this collaboration is quite the match made in heaven.
Rise of K-Pop
Dominating music charts and the esports realm—that’s one thing we saw when PUBG Mobile collaborated with international K-pop sensation Blackpink in 2020. Will there be another highly regarded K-pop collaboration by PUBG Mobile this year?
Given that K-pop fandom has taken over the Philippines in recent years, and following the successful collaboration with Blackpink, it won’t be a surprise if another one of the Philippines’ favorite K-pop idols signs on with PUBG Mobile for another successful run.
Will we have BTS, TWICE, or a BLACKPINK collab sequel? It’s no secret that many well-loved K-pop idols are avid fans of PUBG Mobile, after all. An event like this for this year would likely include awesome events and rewards, with the PUBG Mobile map littered with elements inspired by the K-pop group that signs on for the collaboration. Keep your eyes peeled this year as PUBG Mobile delivers yet another collaboration for its loyal Filipino players.
Filipino-Themed Items
With PUBG Mobile increasing its reach within the Filipino community, there have also been murmurings that hint towards Filipino-themed items and events. With the Philippines having one of the higher community engagement and fanbase in the game, it wouldn’t be too far-fetched for PUBG MOBILE to pay homage to them in the best way possible, especially through in-game challenges.
Players can look forward to Filipino-themed in-game wearables, perhaps inspired by the traditional Barong Tagalog or Filipiniana Dress. There has even been talks about Filipino voice packs! Perhaps Filipino mythical legends based out of Ibong Adarna or even the Encantos? Could there be a possibility of Filipino Superheroes’ appearance in the game like Darna or Gagamboy?