BGMI Lite launch set for late 2026 as Krafton expands mobile lineup - The Times of India

Krafton India has announced that Battlegrounds Mobile India Lite (BGMI Lite) will launch in India by the end of 2026. The upcoming title is expected to arrive as a new way for players nationwide to engage with the popular online multiplayer battle royale game. While Krafton has not yet revealed its gameplay features or complete details, it says more information will be shared closer to launch.“The announcement marks the next chapter in KRAFTON India’s efforts to expand the BGMI experience and make it accessible to an even wider community of players across the country. With BGMI Lite, KRAFTON India continues its focus on bringing new and engaging experiences to India’s rapidly growing gaming ecosystem,” the company said in an official announcement.However, the company has yet to disclose the specifications or requirements needed to run BGMI Lite on phones. The ‘Lite’ naming suggests that it could offer better gaming performance on lower-end smartphones. This comes as smartphone makers have taken a step back when including high-capacity RAM in upcoming smartphones due to a global shortage of chips.BGMI 5th Anniversary Edition 4.5 updateRecently, BGMI announced its 5th Anniversary Edition 4.5 update. As part of its fifth anniversary celebrations, Krafton India released a set of redeem codes that allow players an opportunity to claim in-game rewards for a limited time. These provide players with complimentary access to exclusive in-game rewards like skins, outfits, UC (Unknown Cash), and more.Among the notable rewards are the Mecha Ant Backpack and the Smiling Pal Backpack. The update carries collaborations with three global IPs: Naruto, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and Ferrari. Players can access recreated locations from the Naruto anime series through modified versions of the Erangel and Livik maps, while there is also a new ninjutsu-based combat system. The Spider-Man: Brand New Day collaboration brings new traversal mechanics including Web Swing, Web Attack, and Spider Climb across Erangel.With the Ferrari collaboration, four new models are available in BGMI. These include Ferrari SF90 XX Spider, Ferrari LaFerrari, Ferrari Purosangue, and Ferrari Roma. Krafton added that BGMI has surpassed 260 million downloads in India.Get the latest technology news and updates. Download the TOI App.