eSports Insider · Dec 2, 2025
Could PUBG: Black Budget challenge Arc Raiders’ dominance?
Can PUBG: Black Budget unlock Arc Raiders’ recipe for success? / Image credit: Krafton PUBG: Black Budget’s gameplay cycle is currently unknown, but we’ll know more from the closed alpha.
It may look a bit like Tarkov, but Black Budget has some unique elements, including a time loop and a paranormal backdrop.
If Black Budget is to reach the same level of success as Arc Raiders, a cross-platform launch and player freedom are key.
We don’t yet know if Black Budget will launch on consoles, but to experience massive success, it feels like a requirement.