PUBG: New State Launch in India Delayed as Krafton Faces Data Privacy Hurdles

Jul, 8 2025

Krafton Presses Pause on PUBG: New State Launch in India

If you’re waiting for PUBG New State to drop in India, it looks like you’ll need to hold onto that excitement a bit longer. Krafton, the company behind the game, has come forward with a clear message. They won’t be releasing PUBG: New State in India anytime soon—not until PUBG Mobile India (often referred to as BGMI) finds firmer ground in the country.

What’s holding things up? It’s not game development issues. The headache comes from something bigger: government concerns around data security and privacy. Remember, late in 2020, India banned PUBG Mobile along with dozens of other apps, citing worries about user data being sent overseas. Krafton did try to make amends by designing a custom version for India, recruiting local talent, and setting up servers closer to home. But that didn’t resolve everything.

Data Privacy: The Biggest Roadblock

Krafton’s latest statement doesn’t beat around the bush. They acknowledge India’s strict stance when it comes to safeguarding personal information and digital sovereignty. Talks between Krafton and Indian officials are ongoing, focusing on how user data will be managed and what guarantees can be put in place to prevent leaks or misuse.

Security agencies haven’t just sat back and watched. According to several industry updates, the Indian government wants ironclad assurance that all sensitive details about players stay within national borders. They’re demanding visible changes—not just on paper, but in real practice. This means Krafton needs to invest more in local partnerships and infrastructure before any green light appears.

If you’ve seen social media buzz about pre-registration opening for PUBG: New State, remember—those offers don’t mean an actual launch in India. Krafton is still looking for the right time and environment, which only comes once regulators give their formal approval. No official launch date means Indian gamers are still stuck watching as the rest of the world tries out the new game features and graphics.

Krafton insists it’s still committed to the Indian market. The company says they’re actively recruiting staff in India, collaborating with esports organizers, and even planning events meant just for Indian fans. But for now, the bottom line is simple: unless the privacy and security questions get sorted, PUBG: New State’s launch in India stays on ice.