PUBG Creator Reveals Prologue: Go Wayback! – Early Access Launches November 20
- Sagar Mankar
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PLAYERUNKNOWN Productions has announced that its new project, Prologue: Go Wayback!, will launch in Steam Early Access on November 20, 2025.
This marks a big shift for the studio best known for PUBG. Instead of another multiplayer shooter, Brendan Greene’s team is diving into a single‑player, open‑world survival roguelike. If you’ve been following the beta, which ran for nearly two months, you’ll know the developers have been gathering feedback from players worldwide to fine‑tune the experience before release.
Unlike PUBG, which thrives on fast‑paced competitive matches, Prologue: Go Wayback! is all about emergent storytelling and survival in a procedurally generated wilderness. Every time you start a new run, the world is different. You’ll be crafting, exploring, and managing resources while trying to survive the elements. It’s a slower, more personal journey compared to the chaos of battle royale.
At launch, players will have access to three game modes:
Go Wayback! – the default mode where you survive and make your way to the Weather Tower.
Objective: Survive – a challenge mode focused on lasting as long as possible with limited resources.
Free Roam – a relaxed mode where you can explore without worrying about hunger, thirst, or hypothermia.
Early Access will also introduce custom game settings, letting you tweak weather, spawn rates, and even day/night cycles. On top of that, a Map Editor will be available, allowing you to design rivers, lakes, or even import PNG images to generate maps.
The team is also adding map seed sharing, so if you stumble upon a breathtaking view, you can share it with friends. And yes, a save system is being finalized so you can pause your journey and pick it up later.
Some FAQs Answered
Is it free to play?
No, it's not free-to-play. It will be available for purchase at $20 during its Early Access launch on Steam.
Is it multiplayer?
No, it's strictly single-player. There's no multiplayer or co-op mode. The focus is on solo emergent journeys in procedurally generated worlds.
Is it from Krafton?
No, it's not developed or published by Krafton. PLAYERUNKNOWN Productions began the project in collaboration with Krafton around 2019, but parted ways after a few years. The studio is now independent, though it retains ties to the PUBG legacy through its founder.
How It Differs from PUBG
PUBG (PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds) is a fast-paced, competitive multiplayer battle royale shooter, while Prologue: Go Wayback! shifts toward a slower, narrative-driven survival experience.
Is it coming to console?
No, Prologue: Go Wayback! is not available on consoles like PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch. It's launching exclusively on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in Early Access.
How do I access the open beta or playtest?
Currently, players can still join in on the playtest for Prologue: Go Wayback! by checking out the Steam page and signing up.