PUBG Maps: Every Map, Size and Current Rotation

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has nine battle royale maps: Erangel, Miramar, Taego, Deston, Vikendi and Rondo at 8x8 km, plus the smaller Sanhok (4x4), Paramo (3x3) and Karakin (2x2). Not every map is playable at once. Each region gets a weekly map rotation, and Erangel is in every region's pool. Ranked currently uses Erangel, Miramar, Taego and Rondo.

Last checked: November 9, 2026.

All PUBG maps at a glance

Map	Size	Setting	Known for
Erangel	8x8 km	Grasslands, mountains and Soviet-style towns	The original map, Pochinki, Georgopol, Military Base
Miramar	8x8 km	Desert	Long sightlines that favor snipers
Taego	8x8 km	Reed fields, villages and a prison	Ho San Prison, Buk San Sa, Terminal
Deston	8x8 km	Hurricane-ruined city and swamps	Ripton's towers, Hydroelectric Dam
Vikendi	8x8 km	Snow and ice	Blizzards, Lab Camp, Train Station
Rondo	8x8 km	Modern city mixed with traditional areas	Jadena City, NEOX Factory, Stadium
Sanhok	4x4 km	Tropical jungle	Fast fights, Bootcamp, Paradise, Ruins
Paramo	3x3 km	Volcano	Lava and a layout that changes each match
Karakin	2x2 km	Desert island	The smallest map, tunnels, Black Zone

The sizes are the official figures from KRAFTON's map pages. An 8x8 km map covers 64 square kilometers, while Karakin covers just 4.

The large maps (8x8 km)

Erangel

Erangel is the original Battlegrounds map and still the core of PUBG. It mixes open fields, hills and forests with towns and cities, so you'll fight at every range. Well-known landing spots include Pochinki, Georgopol, Stalber and the Military Base. KRAFTON lists the Erangel Ferry, the UAZ and hidden Secret Rooms among its main features.

Erangel is the one map that's fixed in every region's rotation, and it's part of the Ranked pool, so it's the best map to learn first.

Miramar

Miramar is a large, rugged desert map with a lot of barren, open ground. Cover is scarce between towns, which makes it a favorite for snipers and DMR players. KRAFTON highlights its sandstorms and ziplines. Landmarks include Partona, the Resort, the Truck Stop and the southern island. Bring a scope and a vehicle, because you'll often be crossing open ground.

Taego

Taego's terrain ranges from open reed fields to the walls of Ho San Prison. Buk San Sa, the Terminal and the School are other well-known spots. KRAFTON lists the Self AED, which lets you revive yourself, and multiple care package drops among its features. Taego is in the Ranked pool and fixed in Asian rotations.

Deston

Deston is a city wrecked by a hurricane, with desalination plants, algae farms and flooded streets. The skyscrapers of Ripton make for very vertical fights. KRAFTON lists Ascenders (to climb tall buildings), the Utility Parachute and the Air Boat as key features. The swamp areas and the Hydroelectric Dam are other notable zones.

Vikendi

Vikendi is the snow map. Its relaunched version brought blizzards that roll across the island, plus areas like the Observatory, the Glacier and Lab Camp, the Train Station and the Lumber Yard. KRAFTON lists the Snowmobile and the Train among its features.

Rondo

Rondo blends traditional and modern areas. The southwest has bamboo groves and a calm lake, while the northeast is a rougher land of ridges. Jadena City, the NEOX Factory, the Stadium and the Test Track are its biggest named areas. KRAFTON lists the Market, EMP effects and the JS9 SMG as Rondo features. Since Update 44.1, destroyed terrain on Rondo shows darker textures, so damaged ground is easier to spot.

The small maps

Sanhok (4x4 km)

Sanhok is a jungle map a quarter the size of Erangel. With enemies always close, matches are faster and fights start sooner. Bootcamp, Paradise, the Ruins and the Cave are its best-known spots. KRAFTON lists the Tukshai, a three-wheeled vehicle, as one of its signature features.

Paramo (3x3 km)

Paramo is built around an active volcano with flowing lava. Its terrain is randomly generated, so the layout shifts from match to match and you can't fully memorize it. KRAFTON lists the helicopter, Secret Rooms and volcanic ash among its features. Named spots include Capaco, Atahul and Makalpa.

Karakin (2x2 km)

Karakin is the smallest map, a desert island. Its signature features are the Black Zone, which bombards and destroys buildings, and sticky bombs that can break through some walls. Underground tunnels and hidden spaces run below the surface, and the Cargo Ship, Al Habar and Bashara are notable locations.

Map rotation for November 2026

KRAFTON publishes a Map Service Report with every update. For Update 44.1, the PC rotation changes every Wednesday at 02:00 UTC and the console rotation every Thursday at 07:00 UTC.

Week	PC start	Console start
Week 1	November 4	November 12
Week 2	November 11	November 19
Week 3	November 18	November 26
Week 4	November 25	December 3

NA, EU, SA, RU and all consoles

These regions get three maps per week, with Erangel always in the pool:

Week	Maps
Week 1	Erangel, Vikendi, Rondo
Week 2	Erangel, Deston, Rondo
Week 3	Erangel, Rondo, Sanhok
Week 4	Erangel, Taego, Karakin

Rondo stays in the pool for Weeks 1 to 3 so everyone can try its latest world updates.

AS, SEA and KAKAO (PC)

These regions get five maps per week, with Erangel and Taego always included:

Week	AS	SEA	KAKAO
Week 1	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Vikendi, Rondo	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Rondo, Paramo	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Miramar, Rondo
Week 2	Erangel, Taego, Miramar, Sanhok, Rondo	Erangel, Taego, Miramar, Sanhok, Rondo	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Vikendi, Rondo
Week 3	Erangel, Taego, Vikendi, Miramar, Rondo	Erangel, Taego, Rondo, Miramar, Karakin	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Miramar, Rondo
Week 4	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Vikendi, Paramo	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Rondo, Deston	Erangel, Taego, Sanhok, Vikendi, Paramo

KRAFTON builds these pools from regional map preference data, measured from playtime, match counts, select rates and leave rates. A new report comes out with each update, so expect the pools to change in December.

Can you choose your map?

It depends on your region. According to PUBG Support, some regions can select a map or use Quick Join, while NA, SA and OC are fully random among the maps in rotation. Either way, you can only get maps from your region's current pool.

Ranked map pool

For the current Ranked season, the map pool is:

Erangel (25%)
Miramar (25%)
Taego (25%)
Rondo (25%)

KRAFTON updates the Ranked map pool season by season, not weekly. If you're preparing for Ranked, these four are the maps to learn. Our PUBG ranked guide explains how tiers and RP work.

Training map: Camp Jackal

Camp Jackal is PUBG's practice map, available in Training Mode. You can try different weapons and equipment, practice recoil control, drive vehicles and practice parachuting without anyone shooting back. It's the best place to learn the basics before you drop into a real match.

Frequently asked questions

How many maps are in PUBG?

PUBG has nine battle royale maps: Erangel, Miramar, Taego, Deston, Vikendi, Rondo, Sanhok, Paramo and Karakin. There's also Camp Jackal, a training map with no opponents.

What is the biggest map in PUBG?

Six maps share the largest size of 8x8 km: Erangel, Miramar, Taego, Deston, Vikendi and Rondo. The smallest is Karakin at 2x2 km.

Which PUBG maps are in Ranked?

The current Ranked pool is Erangel, Miramar, Taego and Rondo, each with a 25% share. KRAFTON changes the Ranked pool from season to season.

Why can't I play my favorite map?

Each region has a weekly rotation, and maps outside it can't be played in Normal Matches that week. PC rotations change every Wednesday at 02:00 UTC and console rotations every Thursday at 07:00 UTC.

What is the best PUBG map for beginners?

Erangel is the best one to learn first. It's in every region's rotation and in the Ranked pool, and it has a balanced mix of open ground, towns and cover.

When does the PUBG map rotation change?

On PC, the rotation changes every Wednesday at 02:00 UTC. On console, it changes every Thursday at 07:00 UTC.