BGMI update version 1.6 update will also allow players to record their gameplay and share the clips on social media.
BGMI update also brings an auto-bandage option for players
Battlegrounds Mobile India update version 1.6, dubbed the September Update, is now rolling out for players. The new update brings a new ‘Flora Menace' mode, a new Vs AI Mode, the return of Zombie Mode ‘Survive Till Dawn', and many gameplay improvements. The BGMI update version 1.6 is rolling out for both Android and iOS users. The update will be rolling out in a sequential manner and it is likely to take a while before it appears on the app stores. Krafton says that users will be getting two Classic Crate coupons in the Event Center with the update.
BGMI version 1.6 update introduces a new ‘Flora Menace' mode that will have alien plants pop up at different times. It will show up in the Erangel lobby on September 17, in Sanhok on September 18, and finally in Livik on September 22. Users must check the “Mode” checkbox to get Flora Menace mode maps. The game is also getting a new Vs AI mode.
The latest BGMI update is also said to bring surprises later in the month as EvoGround will feature the popular Zombie mode “Survive Till Dawn”. Many more popular game modes such as the Payload Mode will be appearing in EvoGround. Krafton says as many as eight different game modes will appear over a period of time.
The new Battlegrounds Mobile India version 1.6 update is bringing a recording option that allows players to record their gameplay and share the clips on social media. The update also brings an “auto-bandage” option. Distance information is now included in the universal mark on the mini-Map. The BGMI update also brings the ability to replay flight paths after landing.
Additionally, players will be able to test out weapons like P90, MG3, ASM Abakan. In addition, the BGMI update brings improved camera vibration effect on grenade detonation, configurable headshot sound adjustments, and dynamic scope adjustment options. There's also the introduction of Royale Pass Month 3, which is priced similar to other months. Starting at 360UC, it brings a slew of outfits to choose from. There will also be month-long in-game events around Dusshera and Diwali beginning from the second half of the month, lasting right up to Diwali week.
To download the new BGMI version 1.6 update, Android users need to head to the Google Play store and click on ‘Update'. iOS users need to go into the App Store and update to the latest version. Krafton recommends installing the update on a strong Wi-Fi connection.
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