Spooky Soiree in BGMI 4.0 – Will This Update Change Your Gameplay?
BGMI 4.0 Spooky Soiree update introduces Ghostie companions, new weapons, and Erangel Lipovka redesign. How will these changes affect your gameplay?
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Krafton has officially rolled out the Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) 4.0 update, themed “Spooky Soiree,” bringing a host of gameplay changes and additions. The update, which began on September 11, 2025, introduces new weapons, reworked maps, advanced animations, and the Ghostie companion system that provides players with unique abilities. The update is currently available for Android devices, with iOS users expected to receive it soon.
Android users can download the BGMI 4.0 update through the Google Play Store. To install, players need to open the Play Store, search for “Battlegrounds Mobile India,” select the official Krafton app, and tap “Update” or “Install” depending on their version. After installation, an in-game resource download is required. Krafton has confirmed that iOS support for the update will be added in the near future.
BGMI 4.0 Key Features
The Spooky Soiree update introduces several new gameplay mechanics:
* Mortar Weapon: A long-range explosive that allows players to target enemies from a distance, adding strategic depth to combat.
* Ghostie Companion System: This support system brings both active and passive abilities, including shields, health restoration, speed boosts, and armor repair. Ghosties can also transform into a balloon, bomb, or shield.
* Erangel Lipovka Redesign: The town’s structures and tactical areas have been updated, offering more strategic gameplay options.
* Combat Improvements: Reload animations and pistol handling have been enhanced to provide more realistic and immersive combat.
Ghostie Abilities at a Glance
* Floating Balloon: Elevates players above the battlefield.
* Guardian Shield: Deploys a protective shield to repel enemies.
* Armourer: Repairs armor, with increased efficiency at higher levels.
* Heal: Restores health and helps revive teammates.
* Prankster Ghost: Offers limited combat capability after defeat.
* Bomb: Converts into a high-speed explosive to damage opponents.
The BGMI 4.0 Spooky Soiree update adds tactical variety with new weapons, companions, and reworked maps, enhancing the gaming experience. Android users can access it immediately, while iOS availability is expected soon.