KRAFTON, the studio behind PUBG, has officially confirmed the comeback of the PUBG Nations Cup in 2025. This year, the event will see significant growth with a total of 24 national teams slated to compete.
Scheduled to take place in late July, the fifth edition of this prestigious tournament will be hosted at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium in Seoul, South Korea.
Recap of Last Year’s Success
In 2024, the PUBG Nations Cup welcomed 16 national teams, with the competition unfolding at the KyungHee Grand Peace Hall in Seoul. The South Korean team triumphed over the United States, earning the majority share of the $548,932 prize pool. This pool included a fixed prize of $300,000, with the remainder funded through 30% of sales from the PNC 2024 in-game skins.
Viewership numbers also reflected the event’s popularity. Data from Esports Charts indicated a peak of 510,997 viewers, marking it as the third most-watched PUBG esports tournament at the time.
New and Returning Nations in 2025
The defending champions from South Korea are set to compete once again, joined by 15 teams returning from the previous year. Notably, Denmark and India will re-enter the tournament following a break, while France, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Philippines, and Malaysia will participate for the first time.
Full List of Participating Countries for PNC 2025:
| Americas | Asia | Europe | APAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | South Korea | Denmark | Australia |
| Brazil | China | France | Indonesia |
| Canada | Chinese Taipei | Germany | Malaysia |
| United States | India | Norway | Philippines |
| Japan | Poland | Thailand | |
| Spain | Vietnam | ||
| Sweden | |||
| Türkiye | |||
| United Kingdom |
Rosters for each team are yet to be confirmed. Traditionally, national representatives are chosen by fellow professional PUBG players, although the exact selection procedure may differ between countries.
What to Expect from the 2025 Edition
KRAFTON has hinted at an extended event schedule for this year, going beyond the previous three-day format. Details regarding any changes in structure will be announced soon. Additionally, information about ticket availability and the fan experience will be released in the coming weeks.
Fans can also anticipate the return of the on-site fanfest, which is set to offer various interactive activities tailored for the PUBG community, adding another layer of excitement to the competition.
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