Summary:
- All 12 partnered teams for PUBG Global Series 2026 were revealed on February 11.
- PUBG partnered teams gain a lot of perks, from automatic qualification in major events, to financial support.
- Non-partnered teams who perform well at regional events can still qualify for PGS tournaments, and may enter the PUBG Global Championship as well.
PUBG Esports has officially revealed the full list of teams chosen for its 2026 Global Partner Teams program. Revealed on February 11, 2026, the list includes 12 top squads that will receive extra support as PUBG partnered teams. These teams will also get guaranteed spots in PUBG’s competitive events all year. This program is part of KRAFTON’s push to grow the esports scene by giving partnered teams more stability. Here are the full details.
The Complete List of PUBG Partnered Teams
For 2026, a total of 12 organizations were selected through a competitive application process. These official PUBG partnered teams are:
- 17 Gaming
- 4AM
- Anyone’s Legend
- DN SOOPers
- eArena
- FULL SENSE
- Gen.G Esports
- Natus Vincere
- Petrichor Road
- Team Falcons
- Twisted Minds
- Virtus.pro
PUBG Esports said picking just 12 partner teams wasn’t easy, since a lot of organizations were interested in joining. To choose the final teams, the committee reviewed key factors. These included things like how well each org is run, how engaged their fans are, their competitive track record, financial stability, and their long-term commitment to PUBG esports.
What Benefits Do Partner Teams Receive?
Becoming PUBG partnered teams comes with big benefits that help organizations stay competitive.
First, partner teams get automatic spots in every PUBG Global Series (PGS) event in 2026. That includes four Global Circuits and 12 total events across the year. This helps because these teams don’t have to worry about constantly qualifying and can focus on performing their best.
On top of that, they can get extra income through revenue-sharing, like team-branded skins sold in the game. That money can go toward better facilities, stronger coaching, and higher player salaries.
KRAFTON also provides yearly support funding to give teams more stability. With guaranteed event slots and financial help, partner teams can focus on building strong rosters and long-term plans instead of stressing over funding or qualifications.
Changes to the 2026 Roster
The 2026 partnered lineup features three new teams compared to last year: FULL SENSE, Anyone’s Legend, and Virtus.pro.
On the other hand, Vietnamese champions The Expendables are notably missing from the lineup. Despite winning the 2024 PUBG Global Championship, they didn’t return after a tough 2025 season.
Open Pathways for Aspiring Teams
Even though PUBG partnered teams get guaranteed spots, KRAFTON says there’s still room for rising challengers.
Non-partner teams can earn a shot at PGS events by performing well in Regional Series tournaments. The PUBG Global Championship (PGC) path also remains open to anyone who proves themselves, both at PGS and regional competitions.
This keeps things fair for both partnered teams and underdogs. PUBG Esports notes that even teams sitting out today could be tomorrow’s global stars.
Conclusion
PUBG Esports’ plans for the future largely include the partnership program with chosen teams. In 2026, fans can look forward to three big events: the PUBG Nations Cup in June, the PUBG Esports World Cup in July, and the PUBG Global Championship in December. With PUBG partnered teams in place, we can expect bigger rivalries, more exciting storylines, and steady competition all year. For the teams, it means extra support and stability, helping the game’s esports grow into an even more thrilling global scene.
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