PUBG and Free Fire Groups: Find Squad Mates, Join Tournaments and Stay Safe

Battle royale games like PUBG Mobile and Free Fire are more fun with a regular squad. Gaming groups on WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook and Discord help players find teammates at their level, organise custom rooms, join local tournaments, share tips and celebrate chicken dinners and Booyahs together. Many friendships and even esports teams started in these groups.

Gaming groups are also a magnet for scams aimed at young players: "free UC" and "free diamonds" links, account selling, fake tournament fees and hacked app downloads. This guide explains how to find good gaming groups, how to get the most out of them and how to keep your account safe. Browse PUBG and Free Fire groups and gaming groups in our directory.

Types of gaming groups

• Squad-finding groups: players post their level, rank, region, device and play times to find teammates.
• Custom room groups: admins host private matches and share room IDs and passwords.
• Tournament groups: local and online tournaments with registration and schedules.
• Tips and strategy channels: sensitivity settings, loadouts, maps and updates.
• Clan and guild groups: members of one clan or guild coordinate events.
• Content creator communities: streamers' fan groups and channels.

Which platform is best for gamers?

WhatsApp groups are good for small squads and local communities. Telegram is popular for larger communities, tournament announcements and sharing files like schedules and brackets. Discord is common for voice chat during games. Facebook groups are useful for local tournaments and finding players in your city. See WhatsApp vs Telegram for the differences.

Finding a good squad

When you post in a squad-finding group, include the details players need:

Looking for squad 🎮 | PUBG Mobile | Rank: Ace | Region: Asia | Device: 90 FPS | Play time: 9–12 pm PKT | Mic: yes | Role: support/IGL

Try a few matches with new players before forming a permanent squad. Good squads communicate clearly, play at similar times and stay positive after losses.

Custom rooms and tournaments

Custom rooms are private matches hosted by admins, often with prizes. Legitimate rooms:

• share clear rules, schedules and prize details;
• publish results and send prizes as promised;
• have admins with a history in the community.

Be careful with tournaments that charge entry fees through personal accounts and are run by unknown admins. Some take entry fees and disappear. Prefer tournaments organised by known communities, sponsors or the game's official events. Follow local laws on paid competitions.

Scams that target gamers

"Free UC" and "free diamonds"

Websites and links promising free in-game currency ask you to log in with your game, Facebook or Google account. They steal accounts. In-game currency comes only from official purchases and official events.

Account selling and buying

Buying or selling accounts often breaks the game's terms and is full of scams: sellers recover the account after payment, or buyers pay with reversed transfers. Many players lose both money and the account.

Hacks, mods and "unban" services

Cheat apps and modded game files can get your account permanently banned and may contain malware. "Unban" services that ask for payment are scams.

Fake giveaways by "streamers"

Scammers copy streamers' names and photos to run fake giveaways that require a "registration fee". Check the official channel of the streamer.

Read our full guide to group scams.

Protecting your gaming account

• Link your game account to a secure email or account with two-step verification.
• Never share login details, verification codes or recovery information with squad mates or admins.
• Do not log in through links shared in groups; open the game or official website directly.
• Do not install apps from outside official stores.
• Review linked devices and log out of old sessions.

Healthy gaming habits

Gaming groups can keep you up late with "one more match". Set a play schedule, take breaks, and keep gaming from affecting studies, work and sleep. Parents can use parental controls on phones and in game settings to set time limits for younger players. A good squad respects each other's time and does not pressure members to play all night.

Respect in gaming communities

• No abuse in voice chat or group messages, even after a loss.
• No cheating; it ruins the game for everyone and gets accounts banned.
• No sharing of other players' personal details.
• Be welcoming to new players; everyone starts as a noob.

Running a gaming group

1. Choose a clear focus: one game, one region, one type (squads, custom rooms, tournaments).
2. Write rules: no hacks, no account selling, no abuse, no unapproved links.
3. Use admin approval to keep scammers out.
4. Post a schedule for custom rooms and keep results transparent.
5. If you run tournaments with prizes, publish rules and winners clearly.

Need a name? See gaming names in our list of WhatsApp group names. For setup and rules, see creating a WhatsApp group and creating a Telegram group. Then submit your gaming group.

Improving your skills with groups

Tips channels and experienced players can help you improve faster. Ask specific questions: sensitivity settings for your device, landing spots on a map, how to rotate in late game. Watch replays of your matches and ask your squad for honest feedback. Practise in training mode and team deathmatch to improve aim and recoil control.

Communication tips for squads

Good communication wins more fights than perfect aim. Agree on simple call-outs: compass directions ("enemy 210"), distances, and short status updates ("knocked one", "reloading", "need meds"). Choose one in-game leader to make final decisions on rotations and drops, so the squad does not argue mid-fight. After each session, spend five minutes in the group discussing what worked and what to try next time. Squads that review their games improve much faster than squads that only play.

Device and network tips shared in gaming groups

• Close background apps before playing to reduce lag and overheating.
• Use a stable Wi-Fi connection where possible, and choose the nearest server region.
• Lower graphics settings slightly for higher, smoother frame rates.
• Keep the game updated through the official store to avoid connection problems.
• Take breaks to let your phone cool down during long sessions.

For parents: understanding your child's gaming groups

Many young players join gaming groups where most members are strangers, often older. Parents do not need to ban gaming, but they should know which groups their children are in, keep groups limited to people they know where possible, and teach clear rules: never share personal details, photos, school names or location; never send money or account details; and tell a parent if someone asks for private chats or makes them uncomfortable. Use the game's parental controls and phone settings to manage spending and play time.

Women in gaming communities

More and more women play competitive mobile games, and some groups are women-only for comfort and safety. In mixed groups, admins should act firmly against harassment so everyone can enjoy the game. Players of any gender can keep their in-game names neutral and voice chat only with trusted squads.

Gaming as a career: realistic expectations

Some players dream of becoming professional esports athletes or full-time streamers. It is possible for a small number of very skilled and dedicated players, usually after years of practice, consistent tournament results or steady content creation. Groups can connect you with teams and tryouts, but be wary of anyone who asks for money to "guarantee" a place in a team or a sponsorship. If you want to create gaming content, treat it like any other skill: learn video editing and streaming, post regularly and build an audience gradually. Our guide to honest online earning applies to gaming content too.

Choosing the right group size

Huge gaming groups with thousands of members are useful for finding custom rooms and tournament announcements, but they are noisy and attract more scammers. Smaller groups of a few dozen regular players feel friendlier, make it easier to find a consistent squad and are easier for admins to keep safe. Many players use one large group for announcements and one small group for their regular squad and friends.

Whatever group you choose, the basics stay the same: protect your account, play fair, respect your squad and keep gaming balanced with the rest of your life. That is how gaming groups stay fun for years.

Frequently asked questions

How can I find a PUBG or Free Fire squad?

Join squad-finding groups for your game and region, post your rank, device, play times and role, and try a few matches with players before forming a regular squad.

Are free UC or free diamond links real?

No. Links offering free in-game currency are scams designed to steal accounts. Get currency only through official purchases and events.

Is it safe to buy a gaming account?

It is risky and often against the game's terms. Sellers can recover accounts after payment, and accounts may be banned.

How do custom rooms work?

Admins create a private match and share the room ID and password with registered players. Good custom room groups publish rules, schedules and results clearly.

How can I protect my game account?

Link it to a secure email with two-step verification, never share login codes, and avoid logging in through links from groups.