In an unexpected but exciting update, PUBG Mobile is partnering with the highly praised anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. Recently announced, this crossover is getting attention across both gaming and anime communities due to how different these two series are.
The official X account of Frieren announced the collab. Launching on April 1, 2025, the collaboration prompts questions about how Frieren will fit into the PUBG Mobile universe.
Promotional images of Frieren hugging a Level 3 helmet, symbolizing top-level protection in PUBG, suggest that this partnership could be more than just cosmetics. Fans speculate about potential game features inspired by Frieren’s defensive magic.
This is not PUBG Mobile’s first anime collaboration; the game previously teamed up with series like Jujutsu Kaisen, Hunter x Hunter, Spy x Family, Dragon Ball Super, and Neon Genesis Evangelion. These partnerships usually feature popular characters and themes directly in gameplay, including cosmetic items and new mechanics.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is known for its thoughtful storytelling, focusing on the elf mage Frieren, who explores the complexities of human emotions and the passing of time after defeating the Demon King.
Starting on September 29, 2023, the anime’s first season wrapped up in March 2024 after 28 episodes, including an engaging two-hour premiere. Animation studio Madhouse, famous for popular series like Death Note and One Punch Man, brings its high-quality work to Frieren, further establishing the anime’s popularity.
Season 2 has already been confirmed for January 2026, highlighting the show’s solid fanbase and critical success.
In contrast, PUBG Mobile represents intense, fast-paced gameplay. The battle royale format places 100 players onto a shrinking battlefield, where they must find weapons and equipment to survive. This high-adrenaline gameplay strongly contrasts with Frieren’s slower, thoughtful pace, making this collaboration particularly interesting.
