PUBG esports is known for its focus on first-person perspective (FPP) gameplay. This format has shaped the competitive scene, attracting players and fans alike. However, the PUBG Players Tour (PPT) marks a major shift towards third-person perspective (TPP) competition. 

This change raises a big question: Is this a smart move to grow PUBG esports, or does it risk splitting the core audience? The answer depends on how well PUBG can balance its vision.

What is the PUBG Players Tour (PPT)?

The PUBG Players Tour is a year-long official TPP-focused tournament series kicking off in 2025. It’s built on a three-tier structure across five regions: Korea, China, APAC, EMEA, and the Americas. 

The PPT will feature open scrims (PPS), regional cups (PPC), and masters, bringing the best players into a global showdown. Its goals are to open the doors to more players, align competition with how most people play PUBG and create a steady path for rising talent.

Pros of the shift to TPP in PUBG esports

The shift to TPP connects PUBG esports with its casual player base and opens new gameplay styles. Here are the key advantages of this move:

• Accessibility: Many players prefer this perspective, making it easier for them to connect with the competitive scene.
• Creative gameplay: Players can explore different tactics, leading to more dynamic and entertaining matches.
• Increased viewer engagement: Following player movement and tactics is easier without the disorienting FPP camera.
• Support for fresh talents: The PPT supports grassroots players and rising talents through open scrims and cups.

Cons and risks of the TPP focus

TPP adds new opportunities, but it also creates risks for PUBG esports. These are the main concerns to watch:

• Divides resources and attention: It takes time, staff, and money to run FPP and TPP formats. This could spread the esports team thin or force hard choices about where to invest.
• FPP dominates the core competitive scene: Many pros and longtime fans still prefer FPP for its raw, high-skill feel.
• Weaken brand identity: The shift to TPP could weaken PUBG's brand identity, which has been closely tied to FPP gameplay.

Can PUBG’s PPT broaden without fragmenting?

The PPT has the potential to expand PUBG esports if managed well. However, careful community engagement is required to ensure that FPP and TPP players feel included. PUBG esports is working to connect ranked play with esports, promoting better gameplay. 

Other games have juggled multiple formats before. PUBG now has a chance to show it can do the same—and make TPP esports a permanent part of its identity. The PUBG Players Tour may be a gamble, but it could also be a game-changer.

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The PUBG Global Series 7 (PGS 7) 2025 ended, and 17 Gaming came out on top. After many exciting matches, they proved they were the best with great teamwork, smart moves, and sharp aim. 

However, their win wasn’t just about where they went or how they moved—it was also about the weapons they used. Check out their arsenal today and discover how each of their weapon choices helped secure this win. 

Yang �?7owo�?Yuxuan

During Finals Day 3, 77owo was one of the fighters who liked to take down his enemies up close and personal. He switched between his assault rifle and marksman rifle to engage enemies of varying distances. 

Here are his weapons: 

Beryl M762

The Beryl M762 is an AK-pattern assault rifle that can be found in multiple PUBG maps. It shoots the commonly found 7.62mm rounds, and has a fairly low damage offset by its fire rate. This weapon is best at close to medium ranges. 

Ace 32

The Ace 32 is a 7.62mm rifle and is considered a better rifle than the Beryl. Its lower recoil makes it more controllable and easier to use for continuous suppressive fire. However, it is 1 point lower in damage compared to Beryl. 

Mini 14

The Mini 14 is a marksman rifle with a decent fire rate without too much accuracy falloff. It shoots further than the two rifles above, making it a good choice for long to medium-range engagements. It shoots 5.56mm rounds, a fairly common world drop. 

Tu ‘Xbei�?Zhanya

In the Finals match, Xbei chose four weapons that helped him take down enemies from closer and longer distances. His arsenal is among the widest, switching between two sets of marksman and assault rifles. 

Have a look at his chosen guns:

Mini 14

Similar to 77owo, Xbei also picked up this rifle since it is one of the easiest found world drop marksman rifles. However, he switched to a much harder-hitting MR in the game's final stages. 

SLR

The SLR is a 7.62mm rifle and is considered the 2nd best MR in the game. Its muzzle velocity and damage are almost similar to sniper rifles. However, the recoil can be uncontrollable without the proper attachments.

AKM

The AKM is another 7.62mm assault rifle that offers minimal customisability. However, what it lacks in attachments is equalled by its incredibly high damage and decent fire rate. Because of this, most pro players choose this rifle for close quarters. 

Beryl M762

Xbei also held the Beryl in the late stages of the game. Since this rifle is more controllable than the AKM, it is normal to switch to it now that the match is getting more intense. He also used his weapon to finish off DNF_DIEL to win the tournament. 

Wu ‘xwudd�?Bo

Xwudd had an interesting loadout in the earlier stages of the match. After they landed, he had a specialised role: it was to take down incoming vehicles. 

Take a peek at his weapons during the game: 

Beryl M762

xwudd is the last member in the group who favoured the Beryl in the Finals match. He found this weapon early in the game, but replaced it with something better and more controllable.

Panzerfaust

The Panzerfaust is a single-shot, anti-vehicle weapon that shoots a highly explosive rocket. Once shot, you cannot use it again and need to find another one. A few minutes into landing, xwudd equipped himself with one since there are tons of enemies in vehicles that need to be taken care of. 

AUG

The AUG is an assault rifle that shoots 5.56mm rounds. Due to its low recoil and decent damage, it is a favourite among competitive players. It also accepts almost all AR attachments, except the stock. 

SLR

xwudd’s choice of long-range weapon is the SLR. Because it shoots 7.62mm rounds, the high damage helped him engage and kill enemies from hundreds of metres away. He used this weapon until the game ended. 

Luo ‘LilGhost�?Shengjun

LilGhost took the initiative to be a support role by picking up a machine gun that could be used for suppressive fire. However, as the game gets deeper, he drops it and opts for a much lighter assault rifle, which increases its capacity using attachments. 

M249

The M249 is a light machine gun that shoots 5.56mm rounds. It also has one of the highest ammo capacities in the game, making it the ultimate suppressive fire weapon. LilGhost picked up this weapon so they could harass enemies who came close to their area.

Mini 14

The Mini 14 is 17 Gaming’s favourite marksman rifle, alongside the SLR. Since long-range engagements cannot be avoided, even LilGhost had to carry one. It worked well for him since his light machine gun also shoots 5.56mm, so he only had to bring one type of ammo. 

AUG

Another fan of the 5.56mm rifle, he switched out his M249 for something lighter—the AUG. However, since it only holds 30 rounds without attachments, he had to increase its capacity using an ‘extended magazine�?attachment. 

Choosing the perfect weapons for the right purpose

These are the weapons that the winning team, 17 Gaming, chose in the PUBG Global Series 7 Final Stage. It is clear that they picked up these weapons to fulfil a role, and later on changed to lighter weapons as the game progresses. 

They had their favourite firearms such as the M762 Beryl, AUG, Mini 14, and the SLR. However, some of them picked up weapons for a specialised purpose, such as the M249’s superior suppressive fire abilities and the Panzerfaust’s capability to destroy vehicles in one shot. 

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With the ongoing PUBG Champions League 2025, Team PeRo’s Zuo ‘Aixleft�?Zixuan has left a lot of esports fans stunned and in awe. His approaches and tactics wowed the industry, which led to enthusiasts asking: What makes him a great player? Explore his tactics, strategies, and arsenal to discover why Aixleft became the MVP of the current PCL 2025’s leading team. 

Aggressive pushes

In the replays and streams, Aixleft is always seen pushing enemies and cornering them. Although this might be seen as careless, his approaches are always well–calculated. By advancing in areas where the enemies have no line of sight, his aggressive pushes help teammates gain an advantage over the enemies—even if they are in a fortified building. 

Effective use of utilities 

Aixleft combines his pushes and use of utilities to create panic in the enemy team. By using grenades, flashbangs, and other explosives, he disorients the enemies before breaching to minimise damage to him and his teammates. 

He also uses smoke grenades to escape firefights for concealment and diversion. In some instances, Aixleft employs area denial using Molotovs and blue zone grenades.  

Constant communication

He always keeps his teammates aware of his next moves, and they do the same for him. This back-and-forth communication has saved them from difficult situations multiple times. Whether coordinating a grenade throw or pinpointing the location of enemy snipers, their clarity and teamwork make all the difference on the battlefield. 

Choice of weaponry

Every player has their choice of weapons, but Aixleft’s choice of firearms speaks a lot about his gameplay. He uses the airdrop-only AUG A3 for close to medium combat, and the Mini-14 or Mk.12 for long-range engagements. This choice mirrors his aggressive yet clean playstyle. 

If the choices were limited, he’s also picking up the 416 assault rifle and the SKS designated marksman rifle. His versatile usage of these weapons helped him become one of Team PeRo’s best. 

Awareness of surroundings

Whether it be footsteps or engine sounds, Aixleft seems aware of what’s happening around him. Although not perfect, his grasp of his surroundings allows him to decide quickly or tell his team about what’s happening. 

This situational awareness often gives his squad the edge—reacting faster, avoiding ambushes, or capitalising on enemy mistakes before others notice them. Their use of vehicles as cover was also seen during the last match, and it helped them push a well-planted squad. 

Why Aixleft is a vital player for PeRo

Zuo ‘Aixleft�?Zixuan has displayed mastery of the game by creating his unique playstyle and strategies. That’s why he is a reliable player of Team PeRo. To become a better player, he studied which one worked best for him and found out that these traits worked best for him.

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The PUBG Mobile Super League (PMSL) SEA 2025 Spring Grand Finals is ready. Sixteen teams moved forward from the Group Stage. Indonesia dominated the list, showing the country’s strong presence in the region.

Below are the top 16 teams moving forward to the championship round:

The PMSL SEA 2025 Spring Grand Finals will occur from March 14-16 at the IOI Grand Exhibition and Convention Center, IOI City Mall, Putrajaya, Malaysia. Teams will compete in 18 matches, with six played each day. 

The winner earns a spot in the PUBG Mobile Global Open 2025 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Their region also gets an extra slot for PMSL SEA Fall 2025. With six Indonesian teams in the mix, fans are excited to see if one will take the title.

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