PUBG: Blindspot, the latest free-to-play title from KRAFTON's PUBG Studios, is set to launch in Early Access on PC via Steam just days from now. This 5v5 top-down tactical shooter shifts away from the battle royale roots of PUBG: Battlegrounds, focusing instead on intense team-based combat, gadget usage, and strategic vision control.
Early Access Release Date and Global Launch Times
PUBG: Blindspot enters Early Access on February 5, 2026, at 6:00 AM CET (Central European Time), marking a simultaneous global rollout on Steam. Due to timezones, the exact local date and time will vary:
| Timezone | Launch Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 9:00 PM, February 4 |
| Central Time (CT) | 11:00 PM, February 4 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 12:00 AM, February 5 |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | 5:00 AM, February 5 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 4:00 PM, February 5 |
This timing aligns with Steam's standard global unlock schedule. The Steam store page lists February 4 in some regions due to UTC offsets.
Early Access is planned to last approximately 12 months, with monthly updates incorporating player feedback via Steam forums and the official Discord.
What to Expect from Gameplay
Blindspot emphasizes clever positioning, tight teamwork, and shared vision in fast-paced 5v5 PvP matches. Players select from unique Agents (nine available at launch), each with specialized gadgets, weapons, and abilities that encourage squad synergies. Modes include Demolition (attackers hack a central "Crypt" while defenders hold them off, similar to bomb defuse) and Team Deathmatch.
The top-down perspective delivers realistic gunplay typically seen in first-person shooters, blended with strategic depth.
Key Features and Roadmap
- Agent Progression: Level up to unlock Agents and master gadgets.
- Live Development: Regular patches, new Agents with exclusive gear, maps, voice-overs, accessibility options, and cosmetics in the full release.
- Free-to-Play: No upfront cost during Early Access, with in-game purchases for cosmetics.
Post-launch excitement includes creator tournaments like the DokiBird Creator Event (February 6-16, $15K prize pool) and a live OST performance by IDIOTAPE on February 4 (KST).
System Requirements
| Category | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4430 / AMD FX-6300 or better |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 / AMD Radeon R7 370 or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband Internet |
| Storage | 8 GB available space |
Recommended specs match minimum (64-bit OS required); full details on Steam.