Illegal Software in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS - Terrain Passing Function

Illegal software in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has been a persistent issue that undermines fair gameplay. One such function is the terrain passing function, which allows characters or vehicles to pass through physical boundaries and objects. This function not only disrupts gameplay but also induces visual discomfort. In this Dev Letter, the PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Team discusses the countermeasures taken and future plans to combat this function.

The Terrain Passing Function

The terrain passing function grants cheaters an unfair advantage by allowing them to pass through physical boundaries like doors, walls, and rocks that are impassable under normal circumstances. This function significantly disrupts gameplay and leads to visual discomfort. Due to its conspicuous nature, it has been reported by numerous players. Recognizing its detrimental impact on game fairness, the PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Team has undertaken various endeavors to combat it.

Countermeasures Taken

The PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Team has implemented defensive measures to rectify instances where characters or vehicles were positioned abnormally, returning them to normal positions. Verification logic was also incorporated to address cases of players shooting from inside the terrain towards targets outside. The team has also enhanced Zakynthos' code modulation detection feature to efficiently detect tampering without impacting players' gaming performance. As a result, the number of accounts identified as engaging in code tampering increased by approximately threefold compared to the previous period, leading to an 81% decrease in the number of illegal software providing the terrain passing function.

Future Plans

The PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Team is diligently working on refining the verification logic for the data tampering method and expects to implement fortified measures against it in the near future. The team remains dedicated to advancing machine learning technology and anti-cheat measures, while simultaneously conducting real-time monitoring of ongoing matches. The team urges players to continue actively reporting cheaters to foster a fairer PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS experience.

Thank you for reading.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Team