The KRAFTON India team has finally made the announcement of the highly awaited BGMI 4.5 update, which features one of the biggest collaborations ever seen in the game. Battlegrounds Mobile India has partnered with the legendary anime series, Naruto, adding a new thematic mode, iconic locations, and unique in-game items.
Check out everything you should know about the BGMI 4.5 update release date and installation, along with the new features coming with the update.
BGMI 4.5 Update Release Date: Check All Details
According to KRAFTON, the update is scheduled for release on July 16, 2026.
This BGMI x Naruto collaboration will remain available from July 16 to September 14, 2026.
How to Download the BGMI 4.5 Update
Once the update becomes available, players can install it by following these steps.
For Android Users
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Search for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA.
- Tap the Update button.
- Launch the game after the installation is complete.
- Download the required in-game resource packs for the complete experience.
For iPhone and iPad Users
- Open the Apple App Store.
- Search for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA.
- Tap Update.
- Start the game and install the additional resource files when prompted.
Downloading the in-game resources is recommended to avoid missing textures, character models, and event assets.
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What to Expect
BGMI’s community of gamers will experience the game like never before with this new update. This collaboration effectively replaces both Erangel and Livik with Konohagakure where players can visit various sites of Naruto anime including the Ninja Academy, Naruto’s Apartment, Ichiraku Ramen Shop, and the Great Naruto Bridge and Valley of the End.
This update not only has changes to the maps but also comes with interactive cinematics that include a Naruto In-Flight Sequence, a Kurama Memory Space, and lobby music as well. So get ready for action because the shinobi world has arrived.
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