PUBG Black Budget is back from the dead as KRAFTON has announced a closed alpha test to take place in the last month of this year.
2025 appears to be the year of extraction shooters, and there could be more good news waiting if you have been enjoying games like ARC Raiders and Escape from Tarkov. The closed alpha test will give you an early taste of what's being developed, and this guide will provide all the vital details.
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PUBG Black Budget closed alpha test release countdown
The closed alpha test starts on the second weekend of December and continues until the third. It will take place across two phases. The countdown here will help you keep track of when Week 1 begins on Dec. 12.
The countdown is based on the following timings.
- 1am PT
- 3am CT
- 4am ET
- 9pm UTC
- 10pm CET
Week 1 will conclude on Dec. 14 (2am CT on Dec. 15). This will be followed by Week 2, which commences at the same time on Dec. 19. Week 2 will conclude at the end of Dec. 21, thereby wrapping up the alpha tests.
Players can enjoy up to six days of alpha gameplay if they sign up on time.
How to sign up for the PUBG Black Budget closed alpha test
The PUBG Black Budget closed alpha test is available only to PC players via Steam. To access the alpha, you'll need to have a Steam account.
- Search for PUBG Black Budget. It will take you to the game's Steam page.
- You can request access from the main page.
- Once done, you're all set. You should automatically get access when the alpha test goes live.
The alpha test will be available in North America, Europe, and Asia, and participation will be limited to those regions.
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