The PUBG Global Series Phase 1 (PGS 1) was originally scheduled as the inaugural event in the PGS circuit, set to take place at the Messe Berlin in Germany from March 31 to April 12, 2020. Featuring a US$500,000 prize pool and 32 teams from across the globe, PGS Berlin was poised to be a landmark event in competitive PUBG. However, the tournament was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and replaced by the PUBG Continental Series.
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PGS Phase 1 event details
- Event: PUBG Global Series 1: Berlin
- Scheduled date: March 31 – April 12, 2020
- Location: Messe Berlin, Germany
- Teams: 32
- Prize pool: US$500,000
- Status: Cancelled (COVID-19)
PGS Phase 1 overview
PGS 1 was set to use the Squads FPP format on PC, with 32 teams split into two groups of 16 during a group stage, followed by an elimination bracket and a 16-team grand final. Qualification paths included regional qualifiers from the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Asia-Pacific circuits.
With the event never taking place, no results were recorded. The prize pool and competitive format were later adapted for the PUBG Continental Series, which served as the replacement circuit throughout 2020.
Betting angle
While PGS 1 never produced results, the teams that qualified — including many rosters that went on to dominate later PGS phases — provided early indicators of regional strength. The cancellation marked a significant gap in the competitive calendar that reshaped how bettors evaluated form heading into 2023 when the PGS circuit resumed.
For more PUBG esports betting coverage, visit our PGS hub page or the PGC betting guide.
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