Sep 19, 2026COREOther

KRAFTON announces lineup changes and broadcast delays

KRAFTON said lineup adjustments, broadcast delays, renewed guidance on operating rules and closer match monitoring would apply from Day 2. The initial notice did not name the participants involved or specify their conduct.

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PUBG Asia Stars 2026 Stream-Sniping and Tournament Response Controversy

What is this about? A controversy over participants accessing outside information during PUBG Asia Stars 2026 and KRAFTON's handling of the tournament. The story at a glance Outside-information controversy → Boycott by all eight Korean participants → Sponsorship activities paused → Remaining matches canceled → Official apology Where do things stand? In its September 21, 2026 announcement, KRAFTON said it had confirmed stream sniping by HIMASS and TANVUU and that disciplinary proceedings against both participants were underway.

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