PUBG MOBILE Creators Shape Future of Gaming

The PUBG United 2025 event in Bangkok highlighted the creative ecosystem of PUBG MOBILE, moving beyond competitive play to celebrate user-generated content. The event featured the PUBG MOBILE Creative Vision Awards 2025, which honored 16 creators across the World of Wonder (WOW) and Ptopia Design Project (PDP) platforms.

Creators discussed how accessible tools, such as visual programming and AI support, allow them to build complex maps and designs without prior coding experience. With prize pools totaling $10 million for WOW and $1 million for PDP, the platforms serve as launchpads for aspiring artists and designers to turn ideas into playable content.

Beyond the competitive matches and "Winner Winner Chicken Dinners," the host city of Bangkok reminded fans that PUBG MOBILE is more than just a game. It serves as a platform where creators, artists, and players can bring ideas to life, contribute to the creative ecosystem, and receive recognition and rewards. The event showcased the World of Wonder (WOW) and Ptopia Design Project (PDP) as launchpads for ambition and imagination.

This month, creators from around the world gathered at the PMGC in Bangkok. There, 16 standout creators were celebrated on a global stage at the PUBG MOBILE Creative Vision Awards 2025. This event recognizes contributions across two main areas:

• World of Wonder (WOW): PUBG MOBILE’s in-game creation platform.
• Ptopia Design Project (PDP): The platform hosting the game’s global design contests.

The incentives for participation are significant. WOW features a $10 million dollar prize pool, while PDP contests offer additional rewards. Combined with modern creator tools and a supportive community, the barrier to entry is designed to be low.

The World of Wonder (WOW) platform is undeniably huge, boasting over 5.4 million maps created and over 8.5 million peak daily players. However, for aspiring creators, the hardest part is often the first step. PUBG MOBILE aims to minimize the gap between an initial idea and active creation, allowing users to turn complex ideas into clear systems without needing prior coding experience.

Several top creators shared their experiences at the event:

Naail (?) - Creator of the Year (Best Story)
Based in Kuwait, Naail was driven by "curiosity" and the desire to turn simple ideas into something players could enjoy. He drew inspiration from his culture, environment, and personal stories. Naail noted that seeing players enjoy his work made him realize his creative potential and encouraged him to pursue creation on a professional level. His advice for newcomers is to "start simple, build small ideas first, explore the tools, and most crucially experiment and learn from mistakes."

CaiCai - Creator of the Year (Best Scene Designer)
This Australian creator started with a simple goal: creating triathlon challenges for teammates to try, fail, and laugh together. While CaiCai had a background in design and architecture, they credited WOW’s tools for making the process possible. They stated that visual programming "expands the creative possibilities and greatly enhances interaction and flexibility within my maps," noting that it removes limits and empowers creators.

Y O Y O - Creator of the Year (Best Stage Design)
Y O Y O, an Egyptian creator, praised the platform's ease of use. They explained that the mix of visual programming, AI support, and open logic tools allows them to "build ideas exactly the way I imagine them." Instead of spending hours translating ideas into code, they can see everything laid out clearly and make changes instantly.

MURSHAD - Creator of the Year (Best Creative Gameplay)
MURSHAD highlighted how WOW turns ordinary players' imagination into playable worlds. He noted that visual programming and AI support have made map creation "much easier," allowing him to design and implement complex mechanics visually without writing extensive code. This makes the process more intuitive and efficient.

NexusSPIKE - Popular Creator Award Winner (Arena - Themed Maps)
NexusSPIKE emphasized patience and originality. He advised new creators to take their time learning how to build maps and to focus on making original content. He warned that while copying maps may seem like a quick way to get plays, it is "not a sustainable practice."

The Ptopia Design Project (PDP) empowers designers globally to create outfit, weapon, and vehicle designs that can be added to PUBG MOBILE. The platform is highly active, featuring over 13 diverse contests and a prize pool totaling $1,000,000. In 2025 alone, there were 1,366 PDP winners, offering ample opportunity for recognition regardless of skill level.

Ariestrada - Best Outfit Design Silver Award
Ariestrada found success through the open-themed contests, which allowed him to flex his creative muscles and design items players actually want. His journey began with winning an Outstanding Award in PDP in 2023. Since then, he has accumulated multiple accolades, including Silver and Bronze awards in the first Ultimate Set Design contest, a Gold Award in the third contest, and various Best Design Awards.

PUBG United 2025 demonstrated that PUBG MOBILE is evolving into a comprehensive creative suite. By providing accessible tools like visual programming and AI support, alongside substantial financial incentives, the platform allows players to transition from consumers to creators. Whether through building immersive maps in WOW or designing cosmetic items in PDP, the community is actively shaping the future of the game's content.