I still remember the hype like it was yesterday. Back in March 2023, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS dropped a Store update that had everyone talking. Three years later, in 2026, I'm looking back at that wild month with a nostalgic grin. It was a time when BLACKPINK graced the battlegrounds again, mad scientists ran rampant, and the AUG finally got its moment in the spotlight. Let me take you on a trip down memory lane.
BLACKPINK Returns: Ready For Love? 💖
The K-pop sensation BLACKPINK made a comeback with another collaborative bundle. I remember shelling out 4,490 G-COIN for the All-In-One Bundle, which included sets for JISOO, JENNIE, ROSÉ, and LISA. Each individual set cost 1,750 G-COIN, and there was a bonus item too. The sales period ran from March 14 to June 13 on PC, and a bit later on consoles. I grabbed the JISOO set because I'm a sucker for her style. The whole lobby was filled with BLINKs showing off their biases.
Mad Science: Eerie Skins and Lab Experiments 🧪
Then there was the Mad Science update. The hospital went completely bonkers, and we got skins like the Mad Patient, Mad Nurse, and Mad Science sets. The Mega Bundle cost 4,990 G-COIN and came with a Jammer Pack, an emote, and a nameplate. I bought the Mad Nurse Set for 1,550 G-COIN and got the Mad Nurse's Gloves as a bonus. The whole vibe was creepy and cool. These items stuck around until September 2023, so I had plenty of time to scare my squadmates.
AUG Progressive Weapon Skin: Neon Dream 🌈
The AUG became a world spawn item, and to celebrate, PUBG introduced the [PROGRESSIVE] Neon Dream – AUG skin. This thing was a beast to upgrade, but it looked incredible. The unlockable cosmetics were found in the Hideout – Weapon page. The sales period was from March to June 2023. I remember grinding for those materials just to get the final tier. It was a grind, but worth it.
Last Chance: Items Leaving the Store 🚨
Not everything stayed forever. The Colored Smoke Grenade skins from Contraband Crates were fading out by March 30. The Burning Chicken sets were getting overcooked by March 21. And Your Shop was temporarily closing on March 14. I snagged the Burning Chicken Festival Helmet Set for 650 G-COIN before it was gone. Those were the days when you had to act fast or miss out.
Sales Periods at a Glance 📅
| Item | PC Sales Period | Console Sales Period |
|---|---|---|
| BLACKPINK Bundle | Mar 14 – Jun 13, 2023 | Mar 22 – Jun 13, 2023 |
| Mad Science | Mar 28 – Sep 5, 2023 | Apr 5 – Sep 13, 2023 |
| AUG Neon Dream | Mar 14 – Jun 29, 2023 | Mar 22 – Jun 29, 2023 |
| Colored Smoke Grenade | Ends Mar 30, 2023 | Ends Mar 30, 2023 |
| Burning Chicken | Ends Mar 21, 2023 | Ends Mar 21, 2023 |
| Your Shop | Ends Mar 14, 2023 | Ends Mar 14, 2023 |
A Look Back from 2026
Now, in 2026, many of these items have reappeared through the Workshop or events, just as the disclaimer said. But there's something special about being there when it all first dropped. The March 2023 Store update was a rollercoaster of emotions—from the excitement of BLACKPINK to the creepiness of Mad Science. If you're a newer player, you might not get the hype, but trust me, it was lit. And for those of us who were there, it's a fond memory of a time when PUBG kept us on our toes.
So, what's the takeaway? Keep an eye on the Store, because you never know when something legendary will drop. And don't forget to check the Hideout for those progressive skins. Happy looting! 🎮