TL;DR : PUBG Mobile’s 4.0 update, released on September 4, 2025, introduces the Halloween-themed Spooky Soiree event with the Ghostie companion, Prankster Ghost comeback system, new Mortar weapon, and Magic Broom vehicle, alongside seasonal rewards and cosmetics. It also delivers major gameplay, competitive, and technical upgrades, including improved gunplay, a new PvP mode, Metro Royale Chapter 28, and the launch of World of Wonder 1.0.
Main Features and Gameplay Additions
- Spooky Soiree Event launched across Erangel, Livik, and Rondo; includes the haunted Wraithmoor Mansion, Ghostie companion, and Prankster Ghost comeback mechanics. Runs until Nov. 11.
- Ghostie provides tactical support including:
- Active skills: "Floating Balloon" (aerial mobility) and "Guardian Shield" (defensive charge).
- Passive skills: armor repair, sprint boost, healing support, and enemy scanning.
- Eliminated players return as Prankster Ghosts with abilities to explode, scan enemies, or become a shield.
New Weapons and Vehicles
- Mortar weapon added with dual firing modes for short- and long-range combat; features realistic reload animations and explosive area-of-effect damage.
- Magic Broom introduced as a flying vehicle with speeds up to 120 km/h and sweeping attacks, but low durability.
Seasonal and Cosmetic Updates
- New Halloweeks Eve Lobby theme, Halloween Battle Pass cosmetics, and Soiree Candies reward system tied to seasonal challenges.
Gameplay and Competitive Enhancements
- Classic Mode updates: weapon rebalancing, reload animation overhaul, and Lipovka (Erangel) terrain changes.
- Path of Glory adds enhanced Ace Dominator rewards and better rank tracking.
- Asymmetric PvP mode added, featuring predator vs survivor mechanics.
- Metro Royale Chapter 28 includes 1v1 combat scenarios for high-stakes engagements.
Technical and Performance Improvements
- New Super Smooth graphics mode improves frame rates, reduces heating, and optimizes performance across devices.
- World of Wonder 1.0 officially launched, expanding creative tools for community-generated maps and modes.
- Weapon handling improved with reworked attachments, stocks, and foregrips.