KRAFTON has officially rolled out the BGMI 4.4 update in India as the game celebrates its 5th anniversary in the country. The latest update introduces more than just new gameplay content, as it focuses heavily on creativity, community participation, collaborations, and anniversary celebrations. With features like the BGMI Design Contest Spin, players are now becoming part of the game’s development journey, showing how BGMI is slowly evolving into a larger entertainment and creator platform.
The BGMI Design Contest Spin is a new event that runs from June 16 to July 17, 2026. Through this event, players can collect seven cosmetic items created by members of the BGMI community. One of the special rewards in Spin is Fortune Teller AWM skin. By introducing cosmetics designed by gamers as premium products, BGMI pays closer attention to the creativity of its community.
Glacier Spin and Mummy Crate
The popular Glacier Spin event is set to return to BGMI from May 26 to June 1, 2026. The main attraction of the event is the M416 skin, which has become known as the most famous weapon skin in BGMI over time. Players will also get one final chance to use the UC option during this Spin event. Before BGMI turns 5 in India, KRAFTON will also introduce the AKM Glacier skin in the Classic Crate for a limited time.
As part of the BGMI 4.4 update, the Mummy Crate event is returning with several exclusive cosmetic rewards. The highlight of the event is the new Chaosphage Set and the Chaos Calamity AWM skin. Popular returning skins, including Psychophage and Inferno Fiend, will also make a comeback for players. Apart from this, the Spartan King Gold Spin will feature an upgradeable M1 Garand skin along with other returning Gold skins in BGMI.
Hero’s Crown Theme Mode Explained
Hero’s Crown is the latest themed mode arriving in BGMI through the 4.4 update. The mode draws inspiration from Greek mythology and introduces a floating location called Crown’s Abode. Inside the mode, players can experience both PvP battles against other teams and PvE gameplay through boss encounters. One of the main attractions is the Helios boss fight, where players can earn Glory points by completing various trials and objectives. The update also adds mythology-themed weapons and new gameplay activities.
Furthermore, the Dinoground Theme Mode is expected to launch in BGMI with the 4.4 update for the first time. It has been reported by KRAFTON that the Dinoground Theme Mode will only be available in the Erangel map of the game.
New Brand and Creator Collaborations Arrive in BGMI 4.4
With the recent update, KRAFTON is enhancing its collaborations with BGMI and international and local companies. Players will be able to ride unique vehicles created in collaboration with Ford Motor Company and Harley-Davidson.
Alongside the vehicle collaborations, BGMI is also adding creator voice packs to the game. Bhuvan Bam’s voice pack will launch through a Spin event, while Ravi Gupta will receive his own QV Spin event later in the update cycle. These additions highlight BGMI’s growing focus on entertainment and creator-driven content.
BGMI 4.4 Update: Key Dates and Events
- May 20: Ford Collaboration and Hellenistic Theme Mode launch; Eid Mubarak Login Event begins
- May 22: Blue Lock Collaboration launches
- May 26: Glacier Spin launches with UC option (through June 1)
- May 27: Spartan King Gold Spin launches; Festival Special DSB begins
- May 28: Toxic Exchange Event begins
- May 29: Harley-Davidson Special Crate and Buddy Spin launch
- Jun 2: Toxic Voice Pack Crate launches
- Jun 5: Gemini’s Favor Blessing Gold Spin launches (through September 1)
- Jun 8: Dinoground Theme Mode – first-ever BGMI release on Erangel
- Jun 10: Bhuvan Bam Voice Pack Spin launches
- Jun 16: BGMI Design Contest Spin launches; BMPS Exchange Event begins
- Jun 19: Ravi Gupta QV Spin launches
- Jun 25: 5th Anniversary Exchange Event begins on Erangel and Livik
- Jun 28: AKM Glacier in Classic Crate (through July 2)
- Jul 1 & 5: 5th Anniversary Fireworks Display – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM IST
- Jul 2: BGMI 5th Anniversary
- Jul 3: Mummy Crate launches (through September 1)
As BGMI completes five years in India on July 2, 2026, KRAFTON is preparing several anniversary-themed activities for players. The company stated that the game has surpassed 260 million downloads in India over the past five years. Players will be able to join the 5th Anniversary Exchange Event to collect rewards and special anniversary items. Fireworks celebrations scheduled for July 1 and July 5 will further add to the in-game festivities.