PUBG: Dednet director says the game is all about 'spreading the gospel of PUBG to an audience that hasn't historically connected with it'

Dednet, an upcoming shooter slated for Gamescom 2026, aims to bring the PUBG franchise to players who haven't typically engaged with it, according to its creative director, Dave Curd. The game, revealed at the event, incorporates roguelike elements and unconventional abilities, distinguishing itself from traditional battle royale titles. Curd emphasized that PUBG: Dednet is all about the franchise's core: "desperate survival, a dark sense of humor, and survival of the fittest."

Developed console first, Dednet offers faster-paced matches, with players gaining unique abilities and suffering humorous injuries between rounds. The concept of persistence is integral to the game, as each match builds upon the last, allowing players to progress towards a perfect build. Curd described Dednet as "an unhinged, f***** up adult sandbox" that encourages players to tell compelling stories.

While an official release date remains undisclosed, eager gamers can pre-register for the closed beta to experience this innovative spinoff.