Players in PUBG Mobile often encounter a situation when the game begins to work unstable, the graphics settings are lost, or the controls become inconvenient after an unsuccessful experiment. Sometimes the culprit is accumulated software garbage, which causes micro-freezes during firefights. In such cases, the most effective solution is to completely reset the application configuration to factory settings.
This procedure allows you to return the game to the state in which it was immediately after installation from Google Play. It is important to understand that there is a difference between simply logging out of your account and completely clearing your data. Reset settings affects local configuration files, sensitivity, button layout and video parameters, but does not delete your game progress if it is linked to social networks.
Before you start radical measures, it is worth assessing the scale of the problem. If you simply have no sound or a couple of buttons are lost, it may be enough to change them manually in the menu. However, if critical errors, crashes, or image artifacts are observed, complete data clearing is a necessary step to restore client functionality.
Account preparation and saving progress
Before you begin clearing application data, it is critical to ensure that your game profile is securely saved on the server. resetting settings at the operating system level Android will delete all local information, including temporary login files. If you played as a "Guest", you risk losing all your progress forever.
Login the game and open the main menu. In the upper right corner, find the settings icon (gear). Go to tab Basic and scroll down to the bindings section. Make sure that you have an active connection with at least one service: Facebook, Twitter, Google Play Games or Tencent. Having a checkmark next to one of these items ensures that after the reset you will be able to restore access to your level and skins.
⚠️ Attention: Never clear data if you play in the "Guest" mode without being linked to social networks. This action will irreversibly delete your account along with all progress.
It is also recommended to check if two-factor authentication is enabled if you are linking your account for the first time after a long break. This will take a couple of minutes, but will save you from possible login problems after reinstalling the configuration. Remember that local files and server progress are different things, and we are deleting only the first.
Method 1: Cleaning through Android system settings
The most reliable and in-depth method of resetting all parameters is performed directly through the menu of your smartphone. This method guarantees the removal of not only game settings, but also cached files that may have become damaged. To do this, you will need access to the application management section in the system.
Open the settings of your device and find the section Applications or All applications. Find PUBG Mobilein the list. Tap on the name to open the control menu. Here you will see two important buttons: Clear cache and Clear data. We need the second option, since it deletes the configuration files.
After clicking on Clear data the system will ask for confirmation. Agree with the action. Now, when you launch the game, it will welcome you as a new user, offering to download resources and set up controls from scratch. All your previous sensitivity and graphics settings will be deleted.
☑️ Check before clearing data
It is worth noting that this method does not delete the game installation file itself (APK), so you do not have to download it again from the store. However, the game will ask you to download additional resources when you first launch it, since local maps and textures may have been affected by the cleaning process.
Method 2: Reset inside the game interface
If you don’t want to go into the phone’s system settings or are afraid to delete unnecessary things, the developers have provided a built-in function to return to factory settings. This method is more gentle and affects only the parameters stored in the game configuration files, without touching the texture cache.
Run PUBG Mobile and wait until it loads into the main menu (lobby). Click on the settings icon in the upper right corner of the screen. In the menu that opens, scroll the list to the very bottom. There you will find a button labeled Reset or Reset, often located next to the exit button.
Click on this button. The system will display a warning window asking if you really want to return all settings to default. Confirm the action. After this, the game can restart or simply update the interface. Your sensitivity, button layout and sound settings will return to the default values set by the developers.
Use the built-in reset if you are not satisfied with only the controls or sound. To solve problems with graphics and crashes, it is better to use data clearing through Android settings.
This method is ideal for those who accidentally changed many parameters and want to quickly return to a comfortable game. However, it may not help if the problem is caused by corrupted cache files or a version conflict.
Adjusting graphics and performance after a reset
After you perform a reset, the game will revert to basic graphics settings, which are often not optimal for specific smartphone models. Standard values may be too high for budget devices or too low for flagships. Your task is to configure them again to achieve the maximum FPS (frames per second).
Go to the graphics settings. Depending on the power of your processor (Snapdragon, Exynos or MediaTek), select the highest available quality. For competitive play, the priority should be smoothness rather than beautiful shadows. Therefore, it is often recommended to set the graphics to Smooth, and the frame rate to Extreme or 90 FPS.
Below is a table of recommended settings for various game scenarios. Choose the option that best suits your style and device.
| Option | For low-end devices | For mid-range devices | For flagships |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphics | Smooth | Balanced | HDR / Ultra HD |
| Frames per second | High | Ultra | Extreme / 90 FPS |
| Style | Classic | Soft | Bright / Realistic |
| Shadows | Off | Off | On |
Don't forget to also check the style settings. Mode Vivid often helps to better see enemies in the dark corners of buildings, which gives a tactical advantage. However, on some screens this may cause excessive color saturation, so select the option individually.
Secret anti-aliasing setting
In some versions of the game, a hidden "Anti-aliasing" item appears after a reset. Enabling this option makes the picture less grainy, but can reduce FPS by 5-10 units. Turn it on only if you have a performance reserve.
Restoring control and sensitivity
One of the most painful moments after a reset is the loss of the usual button layout and sensitivity settings. If you play on 4-finger scheme or use complex combinations for jumping and crouching, you will have to recreate them manually. Fortunately, the game offers functions to speed up this process.
In the control settings menu, you can select one of the preset schemes. For example, the scheme for 4 fingers or 3 fingers will automatically place the main buttons for shooting, aiming and jumping in convenient areas of the screen. This is a great starting point that you can then refine.
- 🎯 Adjust the transparency of the buttons so that they do not block the view of enemies, but remain visible in peripheral vision.
- 📐 Change the size of the shooting buttons: for accurate shooting you can make them smaller, for quick reaction - larger.
- 🔄 Adjust the gyroscope: if you use it for recoil control, after resetting its settings will be reset, and you will have to recalibrate the sensitivity.
Pay special attention to the sensitivity of the camera and sight. Once reset they revert to average values which may be too fast or slow for your hand. Spend 10-15 minutes in training mode (range) to find the optimal values for each scope, from Red Dot to 6x.
⚠️ Attention: Do not blindly copy sensitivity settings from professional players. Their parameters depend on the specific device, screen size and play style. Use other people's codes only as a basis for your customization.
Solving problems with loading resources
After performing a factory reset, especially through the system menu, the game may require you to reload maps and resources. This is normal behavior since the local files have been deleted. However, sometimes this process may freeze or produce errors.
If you see an endless loading circle or a connection error, check your Internet connection. To download heavy resources (Erangel, Livik cards etc.) a stable communication channel is required. It is recommended to use Wi-Fias mobile traffic may be limited or unstable.
Also make sure that you have enough free space on your device. After resetting and downloading again, the entire resource pack may take up 2 to 4 GB of memory. If there is little space, the game may crash during the loading process. Free up space by deleting unnecessary photos or applications.
If loading resources gets stuck at a certain percentage (for example, 99%), try switching the network type (from Wi-Fi to mobile data and back) or restarting the application.
In rare cases, the problem may be related to the game servers. If other players are also having problems, you should wait a while. Do not try to reinstall the game repeatedly, this may lead to temporary blocking of downloads from your IP address.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Will my skins and level be deleted after resetting the settings?
No, your skins, level, rank and friends will not be deleted, since this information is stored on the game servers. The reset only affects local files on your phone: graphics settings, controls and cache. The main thing is to remember to link your account before resetting.
Do you need to completely delete the game to reset the settings?
Completely deleting the game (Uninstall) gives the same effect as clearing data through Android settings, but requires re-downloading the installation file. Clearing data is a faster way, since the application itself remains on the device.
Why did the game slow down even more after the reset?
This may be due to the fact that the game has reset the graphics to maximum settings, which your device cannot handle, or it is in the process of background cache optimization. Go to the graphics settings and lower them to the “Smooth” or “Balanced” level.
Is it possible to restore the old button layout after a reset?
You cannot automatically restore the old layout unless you took a screenshot of it or saved the circuit code to the cloud (if such a function was available in your version). You will have to configure the buttons manually or use standard templates.
How long does it take to reload resources?
The time depends on the speed of your Internet and processor power. On fast Wi-Fi, loading all maps can take from 15 to 40 minutes. On the mobile data, this process can take an hour or more.