Top 5 Essential Facts About PUBG: Blindspot You Need to Know

Introduction to PUBG: Blindspot

PUBG: Blindspot is an exciting spin-off of the popular battlegrounds game, currently in development and showcased at IGN Live. This game offers a fresh take on tactical combat with a top-down perspective, combining classic team deathmatch gameplay with innovative modes. During the event, attendees got a chance to try out the game firsthand, and it quickly became clear that this title is more than just another shooter — it’s a strategic puzzle that tests your brain as much as your reflexes.

1. Think ‘Peekaboo with Bullets’ — Strategy Over Reflexes

Unlike traditional first-person shooters, PUBG: Blindspot emphasizes stealth, planning, and cunning over muscle memory. Players are dropped into detailed maps filled with cover points like corners, windows, and doorways, making line-of-sight a crucial element. Your goal is to hunt down opponents before they catch you off guard. While you can see the entire map, enemies only appear within your field of vision or when spotted by teammates. This creates tense moments, such as being sniped through a window while focused on a distant doorway, demanding sharp situational awareness and strategic positioning.

2. Demolition Mode: A New Challenge on the Horizon

Although we didn’t get to experience Demolition Mode firsthand, it promises a significant increase in tactical depth. This mode involves two teams — attackers and defenders — working against each other in a classic breaching scenario. The defending team aims to block the attackers from entering a building, while the attackers plan their entry and overcome obstacles using traps and teamwork. This mode draws inspiration from popular tactical shooters like Counter-Strike and Valorant but from a unique top-down perspective, adding a fresh twist to the genre.

3. Master the Controls: W, A, S, D and Mouse Skills

Gameplay relies on a control scheme that resembles twin-stick shooters, which might initially feel unfamiliar. You control movement with the WASD keys, while your cone of vision is managed with the mouse. To aim and shoot, you hold down the right mouse button, which slows your movement — a trade-off between staying hidden and taking accurate shots. Once you get comfortable with this setup, you can fine-tune your aim for headshots or body shots using the mouse wheel and keyboard shortcuts. Precision and timing are key to winning engagements.

4. Character Selection: Choosing Your Team’s Secret Weapon

Building a balanced and effective team depends heavily on choosing the right characters. The game features ten distinct characters, each with unique looks, abilities, and loadouts. For players who prefer close-quarters combat, characters like Collision — a rugged cowboy armed with a Winchester 1300 shotgun and traps — are ideal. Others, such as Kayak, wield semi-automatic shotguns and remote bombs for tactical strikes. Support roles are filled by characters like Fanatic, with her P90 and healing gear, or Buddy, who commands scanning drones. Some players might be drawn to characters with eye-catching designs, like Dropdown with her dystopian Harley Quinn vibe, even if their abilities are unconventional.

5. Release Timeline and Expectations

While the full game doesn’t have an official release date yet, a beta version for PC is scheduled for August. Interested players should stay tuned to the game’s official channels for updates and announcements. This early access will give gamers a taste of what’s to come and help shape the final experience.

About the Author

Rachel Weber is the Senior Editorial Director of Games at IGN and a dedicated gaming enthusiast with a background dating back to 2006. She’s contributed to several gaming publications, including Official PlayStation Magazine, GamesIndustry.Biz, Rolling Stone, and GamesRadar. A horror fan at heart, Rachel loves horror movies, games, and her French Bulldog. Her face carries the marks of countless late-night gaming marathons and sidequests in RPGs like Fallout and Witcher 3.

Alex "Pixel" Petrov

Gaming journalist & industry insider. Covers the latest game releases, updates, and behind-the-scenes dev stories. Knows every Easter egg, patch note, and upcoming title worth hyping. Always gaming, always analyzing.