PUBG Mobile Light, the smaller version of PUBG Mobile, now has a new name: PUBG Mobile Flash. The official PUBG Mobile social accounts announced the change on September 24, 2026. The developers say nothing else is changing and the game is still set to launch in November 2026.
If you already pre-registered for PUBG Mobile Light, you don’t need to do anything. Your pre-registration carries over to PUBG Mobile Flash automatically.
PUBG Mobile Flash: quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| New name | PUBG Mobile Flash |
| Old name | PUBG Mobile Light |
| Name change announced | September 24, 2026 |
| Launch window | November 2026 |
| Platforms | Android and iOS |
| Pre-registration | Open on Google Play and the App Store |
| Existing pre-registrations | Carried over automatically |
| Publisher | Level Infinite |
| Account | Same account as PUBG Mobile |
What changed with the PUBG Mobile Flash rename
Only the name has changed. PUBG Mobile’s announcement said the game will offer the same experience that was planned under the Light name.
| Before | After | |
|---|---|---|
| Name | PUBG Mobile Light | PUBG Mobile Flash |
| Launch window | November 2026 | November 2026 (unchanged) |
| Pre-registration | Open | Open and carried over |
| Features | Smaller download, modular maps | Same |
The Google Play listing has already been updated with the new branding. Its tagline now presents the game as the original PUBG Mobile “now in a flash.” PUBG Mobile has not said why it changed the name.
PUBG Mobile Flash release date
PUBG Mobile Flash is still set to launch in November 2026. Level Infinite has not announced an exact date.
Some fan sites that track the store listings report that the App Store lists November 12, 2026 as the expected release date. Treat that as unconfirmed until PUBG Mobile announces a date. Our PUBG Mobile Light release date guide has the full timeline up to this point.
How to pre-register for PUBG Mobile Flash
Pre-registration opened on August 25, 2026, when the game was still called PUBG Mobile Light. It is still open under the new name.
- Open the official PUBG Mobile Flash pre-registration link. It sends you to the right store for your device.
- On Android, tap Pre-register on the Google Play listing.
- On iPhone, tap Get on the App Store listing.
- The game will download automatically on launch day if you have auto-download turned on.
Only download the game from the official stores. PUBG Mobile has not released any APK files, so third party APK downloads are not official. On Android, the official app ID is com.tencent.igfit.
What is PUBG Mobile Flash?
PUBG Mobile Flash is a lighter version of PUBG Mobile. It is made for phones with less storage or less processing power. It is not a separate game with different content. It uses the same account system as PUBG Mobile.
PUBG Mobile producer Rick Li revealed the game on the final day of the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026. Our PUBG Mobile Light announcement coverage has the full details from that reveal.
PUBG Mobile Flash features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| First download size | Under 1GB on Android, under 2GB on iOS |
| Extra download before first match | None required |
| Map at install | Erangel |
| Download on demand | Miramar, Sanhok, Team Deathmatch, Metro Royale |
| Account | Existing PUBG Mobile account, friends list and game data |
| Cross-play | Yes, with standard PUBG Mobile |
The main difference from PUBG Mobile is that Flash is modular. Erangel comes with the first install, and you choose which other maps and modes to download. That keeps the app smaller on your phone.
Cross-play means Flash players can squad up with friends on the standard version of PUBG Mobile.
Is PUBG Mobile Flash the same as PUBG Mobile Lite?
No. PUBG Mobile Lite was an older, separate game with its own account system, and it shut down in 2023. PUBG Mobile Flash is a new app that runs the current PUBG Mobile on a smaller install.
| PUBG Mobile Lite (old) | PUBG Mobile Flash (new) | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued | Launching November 2026 |
| Account | Separate | Shared with PUBG Mobile |
| Cross-play with PUBG Mobile | No | Yes |
| Content | Its own smaller version of the game | Same game, with maps downloaded on demand |
PUBG Mobile Flash closed beta test
A Closed Beta Test (CBT) is running in selected countries before launch. PUBG Mobile has said the beta uses an unfinished build, so features and performance may change before release. Pre-registering does not guarantee you access to the beta.
Our PUBG Mobile Light pre-registration and CBT guide has more on how the beta works.
What about BGMI Lite in India?
PUBG Mobile Flash is the global version. Players in India will get BGMI Lite from KRAFTON India instead. KRAFTON India has not announced whether BGMI Lite will also be renamed.
PUBG Mobile Flash FAQ
Why was PUBG Mobile Light renamed?
PUBG Mobile has not given a reason. It only confirmed that the name is new and the experience is the same.
Do I need to pre-register again for PUBG Mobile Flash?
No. Existing PUBG Mobile Light pre-registrations carry over automatically.
When does PUBG Mobile Flash release?
November 2026. No exact date has been officially announced.
Can I use my PUBG Mobile account in PUBG Mobile Flash?
Yes. You can log in with your existing account and keep your friends list and game data.
Is PUBG Mobile Flash free?
Yes. Pre-registration is free on Google Play and the App Store.
