PUBG Beginner’s Guide: How to Survive Your First Match
New to PUBG and feeling overwhelmed?
Don’t worry — we’ve all dropped into the battleground, grabbed a frying pan, and wondered what the heck was going on. 
This guide will give you the must-know survival tips to stay alive, win fights, and maybe even snag that sweet first Chicken Dinner! 
Let’s gear up and get you battle-ready!
Step 1: Choose Your Landing Spot Wisely
Where you land can decide your whole match.
Pro Tip: Don’t land in the hot zones (Pochinki, School, Bootcamp) right away!
Look for smaller towns or outlying compounds — places with decent loot but fewer enemies.
Stay away from the plane’s direct flight path if you’re nervous about early fights.
Practice landing faster by aiming just short of your spot and parachuting early.
Safer land = More time to loot = Better chance to survive.
Checkout: Top 5 Landing Spots in PUBG
Step 2: Loot Smart, Not Hard
It’s not about grabbing everything — it’s about grabbing the right things.
Your early priority should be:
- Helmet + Vest (Protection first!)
- One Close-Range Gun (SMG or shotgun)
- One Long-Range Gun (Assault Rifle, DMR, or Sniper)
- Healing Items (First-aid kits, bandages, energy drinks)
Tip: Always grab a backpack quickly so you can carry more gear without stress.
Checkout: Best Early-Game Loot Routes in PUBG
Step 3: Play it Slow (At First)
PUBG isn’t Fortnite — running around like crazy will just get you shot. 
Move carefully, stay near cover (buildings, trees, rocks).
Use third-person view to peek around corners without exposing yourself.
Listen for footsteps — PUBG’s audio is your best friend.
Only take fights when you have the advantage.
If you see enemies fighting?
Let them wear each other down first, then clean up the survivors!
Step 4: Always Keep an Eye on the Circle
The blue zone hurts — and it gets deadlier over time.
Keep an eye on your map — plan your moves early.
Don’t be the guy sprinting 1,000 meters at the last second.
Get into the safe zone and find a good spot before everyone else arrives.
Pro Tip: If you’re already inside the next circle, pick a high ground or hidden spot to ambush late runners.
Step 5: Use Vehicles Carefully
Vehicles are great for escaping the blue zone — but they’re loud!
If you’re far from the safe zone, grab a car and move fast.
Park vehicles behind cover (trees, rocks) when you arrive — don’t leave them out in the open.
Be ready: driving will alert nearby players, so expect trouble when you stop.
Quick Beginner Survival Cheat Sheet
Land safely at quieter spots.
Loot armor, weapons, and healing fast.
Move slowly, carefully, and stay near cover.
Watch and plan around the circle.
Use vehicles smartly — and expect a fight when you stop.
Pro Tip: You don’t have to chase kills to win — surviving smart is the real goal!
Conclusion: Stay Calm, Stay Alive
Your first few matches in PUBG are all about learning to stay calm under pressure.
The more you survive, the better you’ll get at spotting danger, planning moves, and winning fights.
Follow this guide, practice smart plays, and before you know it… you’ll hear those sweet words:
“Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!”