Jumping into the battlegrounds of PUBG Mobile 2025 for the first time can be a thrilling yet overwhelming experience. With seasoned players sporting flashy skins and pulling off incredible feats, it’s easy to feel like a small fish in a very large, very dangerous pond. But every pro player started as a beginner, and with the right guidance, you can fast-track your journey from being the first one eliminated to securing that coveted Chicken Dinner. This guide is designed to give you, the new player, a solid foundation with ten essential tips that cover survival, combat, and strategy. Let’s drop in and get you on the path to victory.
Mastering the Basics: Survival Before Glory
Before you can become a champion, you must first become a survivor. The core objective isn’t to get the most kills; it’s to be the last person or team standing.
Choose Your Landing Spot Wisely
Your first and most crucial decision happens before your feet even touch the ground. The map is dotted with locations, each offering a different risk-reward ratio. High-tier loot zones like Military Base or School are tempting but are also hotbeds for early-game combat. As a beginner, avoid these chaotic hotspots. Instead, opt for quieter, unnamed compounds or smaller towns on the outskirts of the map. This gives you precious time to loot essential gear without immediate threat, allowing you to gear up for the mid-game fights.
Loot Efficiently and Prioritize Essentials
When you land, you need to gather equipment quickly. Open your inventory and enable auto-loot in the settings to speed up the process. Your immediate priorities should be:
- A Primary Weapon: An Assault Rifle (AR) like the M416 or SCAR-L is versatile and perfect for beginners.
- Armor: Find at least a Level 2 Vest and Helmet as soon as possible.
- Healing Items: Grab Med Kits, First Aid Kits, Energy Drinks, and Bandages.
- Backpack: A bigger backpack allows you to carry more supplies.
Don’t get distracted by attachments until you have these core items secured.
Understand the Play Zone Mechanics
The shrinking play zone is the heartbeat of a PUBG Mobile match. Never ignore the blue zone, especially in the later stages. Always be aware of the timer and your distance to the safe, white circle. Start moving early to avoid getting caught in the damaging blue and having to run across open fields while being shot at. Use vehicles strategically for long rotations but be cautious, as their noise attracts a lot of attention.
Winning Your Fights: Combat Fundamentals
Surviving is one thing, but you’ll eventually have to fight. Winning engagements is a skill built on good habits.
Peek and Fire to Minimize Exposure
Never stand still in the open while shooting. Use the peek feature (the buttons on either side of the aim button) to lean out from behind cover to take your shots. This exposes only a small part of your body, making you a much harder target to hit. After firing a few shots, lean back into cover to reload and reassess the situation. Mastering this technique will dramatically increase your survivability in gunfights.
Control Your Recoil
Weapons in PUBG Mobile have recoil, causing your gun to kick upwards and sideways when firing on full-auto. This is the biggest hurdle for new players. To control it, gently pull your right thumb down on the screen as you fire to counter the upward motion. Spend time in the Training Grounds to practice with different weapons and attachments like compensators and vertical foregrips, which significantly reduce recoil. A controlled spray is far more deadly than a wild one.
Utilize Sound to Your Advantage
Wear headphones. This is non-negotiable if you want to get serious. PUBG Mobile’s audio cues are incredibly detailed. You can hear the direction of footsteps, gunshots, and vehicle engines. This auditory information is vital for locating enemies before they locate you. Is that footsteps on wood? Someone is in the house with you. Grass footsteps? They’re outside. Constantly listen to pinpoint enemy positions and gain the upper hand.
Advanced Strategy for the Win
Once you have the basics down, these higher-level strategies will help you close out games.
Positioning is Everything
In the final circles, having a strong position is often more important than having the best gear. Always try to hold the high ground, as it gives you a visual advantage over opponents. Use natural cover like ridges, rocks, and trees. If you must move in the late game, move from cover to cover and avoid open areas. Let other players fight each other while you stay hidden; the fewer people who know your position, the better.
Communicate Effectively With Your Squad
If you’re playing in a duo or squad, communication is your greatest weapon. Use the in-game voice chat or markers to call out enemy positions, share loot, and coordinate movements. Simple calls like “Enemy at 120 degrees, behind the blue car” are incredibly effective. A coordinated team that shares resources and information will always have a massive advantage over a group of individuals playing alone together.
Customize Your Controls and Settings
Do not stick with the default control layout. Go into the settings and visit the Training Ground to find a custom control scheme that feels comfortable for you. Adjust the sensitivity settings for your camera and scopes until you can track and aim at targets smoothly. Also, enable the gyroscope for fine aim adjustments; many top players swear by it. These tweaks can feel awkward at first but will greatly improve your performance in the long run.
Stay Calm Under Pressure
It’s easy to panic when you’re in the top 10 and the circle is closing. However, nervous players make rushed decisions and miss easy shots. Take a deep breath. Trust your instincts and the skills you’ve been practicing. Make deliberate moves and aim carefully. Often, the player who remains calmest in the chaotic final moments is the one who wins.
Conclusion
Becoming a PUBG Mobile champion doesn’t happen overnight. It requires practice, patience, and a willingness to learn from each match, whether you win or lose. Start by focusing on survival and looting efficiently. Then, gradually incorporate advanced combat techniques like peeking and recoil control. Finally, use strategic thinking about positioning and communication to secure those final, victory-clinching moments. Take these ten essential tips into your next match, and you’ll be well on your way to claiming your first Chicken Dinner of 2025. See you on the battlegrounds!
