PUBG G-COIN and UC: What They Are and How to Top Up for Less
If you play PUBG on both PC and mobile, you've probably noticed the in-game currencies don't match — PC uses G-COIN, and PUBG Mobile uses UC. They look similar and do similar jobs, but they're not interchangeable, and mixing them up is the most common mistake players make when topping up. Here's what each one actually covers, and how to pay less than the in-game store for both.
G-COIN vs UC: two separate systems
G-COIN is the premium currency for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on PC (and console). It's spent on the Survivor Pass, weapon and character crates, and cosmetic sets in the in-game store.
UC (Unknown Cash) is the premium currency for PUBG Mobile — a completely different game client with its own account system, even though it shares the PUBG name and KRAFTON ownership. UC goes toward the Royale Pass, crates, outfits, and other mobile-exclusive cosmetics.
If you play both, you'll need to top up each one separately — there's no shared wallet between them, and a code for one won't redeem on the other.
Why in-game store prices vary so much by region
Both G-COIN and UC are priced in local currency depending on your account's storefront region, and like most digital goods, that regional pricing doesn't track exchange rates closely. Depending on where you're buying from, the same bundle of coins can end up costing noticeably more than it does elsewhere for the exact same amount.
This is the gap independent top-up sellers close: sourcing the currency where it's priced more fairly and delivering it to you as a redeemable code, credited to your account the same way an official purchase would be — just without the regional markup.
Check current G-COIN and UC prices at Nova Keys →
What to check before buying a top-up code
- Confirm it's a redemption code, not an account login. A legitimate seller gives you a code to redeem yourself in the official store — never asks for your account password.
- Get an exact price before paying. Prices should be quoted against the current exchange rate, not a vague "message for pricing."
- Check the seller's track record. A history on an established marketplace (FunPay and similar) is easy to verify independently.
- Never pay through a channel with no recourse before the details are confirmed in writing.
Frequently asked questions
Are G-COIN and UC the same currency? No. G-COIN belongs to PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on PC, and UC (Unknown Cash) belongs to PUBG Mobile. They run on separate accounts, separate stores, and can't be transferred or combined.
Is it safe to buy G-COIN or UC from a reseller? Yes, as long as the code is a genuine redeemable code activated through the official in-game or account store. You redeem it yourself, so nothing about your account is ever shared with the seller.
Do I need a VPN to redeem a cheaper code? No. Unlike some region-locked subscriptions, G-COIN and UC codes credit directly to your account and work globally without a VPN.
What can I spend G-COIN and UC on? G-COIN covers the Survivor Pass, crates, and cosmetic items on PUBG PC. UC covers the Royale Pass, crates, outfits, and other cosmetics on PUBG Mobile — the two stores are entirely separate.
Which one should you top up first?
If you're only on one platform, the answer is easy — just top up the currency for that game. If you play both, it comes down to where you're spending more: PC players chasing a Survivor Pass need G-COIN, mobile players eyeing the Royale Pass need UC. Either way, the same rule applies: compare the regional price to what an independent top-up service charges before you buy.
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This article is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by KRAFTON, Inc. or Level Infinite. PUBG, G-COIN, and UC are trademarks of their respective owners.