KRAFTON India has announced that BGMI Air, a lighter edition of its popular mobile title BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA, will officially launch in India on December 10, 2026. The announcement follows the game surpassing 14 million pre-registrations on Google Play prior to the confirmation of an official release date.
Designed with an initial download size of approximately 1GB, BGMI Air targets users with entry-level hardware or limited device storage, aiming to make the core battle royale gameplay more accessible. The title operates as an independent application, though existing BGMI players will be able to access the game without migrating their accounts.
Ahead of the public rollout, KRAFTON will host a Closed Beta Test running from November 20 to November 24, 2026. The testing phase will take place across select regions, including Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata, to gather player feedback and optimize performance prior to the December launch.
Access to the Closed Beta requires participants to post a short video explaining why they should be selected, tag the official game handle, and complete an application form accessible via the official Instagram account @battlegroundsmobilein_official.
The publisher indicated that additional details regarding pre-launch events and associated rewards will be released across official community channels leading up to December 10.