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BGMI 4.2 Update Release Date Confirmed — Here’s What It Brings

BGMI 4.2 Update showing team players and flora wings, one of the features of this new update player of india getting.
Flora Wings in BGMI 4.2 Update | Image: Krafton

The release date for the much-awaited BGMI 4.2 Update has officially been confirmed, and it’s bringing a massive content drop for fans across the board.


Scheduled to go live on January 15, 2026, the update introduces the Primewood Genesis mode, a nature-corruption themed experience, alongside gameplay improvements, weapon balance changes, and upgrades to popular modes like Metro Royale and Ranked Arena.


Release Date and Rollout in India

The update will roll out in phases across platforms on January 15:

  • Android (Google Play Store): Around 6:30 AM IST

  • iOS (App Store): Around 9:30 AM IST

  • Official APK: Expected by 12:30 PM IST


As always, players are advised to wait for the update to appear on official stores rather than relying on third-party download links.


Primewood Genesis Mode – The Highlight of BGMI 4.2

The centerpiece of this update is the Primewood Genesis theme, which transforms familiar battlegrounds into green, nature-filled zones filled with unique loot and special powers. These areas promise high rewards but also attract heavy early-game action, making survival more challenging.


Key features include:

  • Tree of Life: A massive tree in Pochinki for dynamic movement.

  • Corrupting Flower: A poisonous red plant that turns players into green smoke.

  • Cross Cultivation: Seeds that grow into magical fruits, with golden fruits granting abilities like bulletproof jackets and teammate revival.

  • New Companion: A “Groot-like” ally offering protection and revival.

  • Thorn Scorpion & Cherry Blossom Deer: New transport options.

  • Flora Wings: A feature allowing players to fly.

  • Prime Eye: A tactical item with abilities such as Barrier, Teleport, Heal, and Corrupting Flower.


Gameplay Enhancements

The update also introduces several quality-of-life improvements:

  • Parachutes can now be opened closer to the ground.

  • Automatic reconnection if Wi-Fi drops.

  • Improved gyroscope controls for smoother gunplay.

  • Cooperative climbing mechanics, allowing teammates to boost each other to higher spots.


Metro Royale and Other Modes

Metro Royale receives new updates, including:

  • Glacix Arbiter: A powerful melee weapon.

  • Vine Crates: Containing high-value loot.

  • Mutated Plant Boss: Adding PvE challenges.


The mode also receives weapon balance changes, with assault rifles like the AKM and M762 getting damage buffs, while shotguns see slight reductions


Additionally, the Skyhigh Spectacle mode makes a return, while a new weapon, the Honey Badger, boosts health upon eliminating enemies.


BGMI will also now support the Bhojpuri language, voiced by content creator Harsh Rajpoot, expanding accessibility for regional players.


According to details shared by Level Infinite, BGMI 4.2 aligns closely with PUBG Mobile’s global 4.2 patch, ensuring Indian players get the same cutting-edge features after regulatory checks.


With new modes, weapons, and abilities, BGMI 4.2 is set to redefine how squads strategize and fight. Whether you’re into competitive ranked matches, Metro Royale adventures, or casual fun with friends, there’s something fresh to explore once the update goes live on January 15, 2026.

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