Looking back to 2020, PUBG Mobile’s 3.3 update dropped a pair of desert treasures that still capture our imagination in 2026: the trusty Energy‑dispensing Vending Machines and that one‑of‑a‑kind Golden Mirado. Even though years have passed, these hotspots haven’t budged, and knowing their exact lairs can turn a scrappy run into a victory lap. Let me guide you through the sands like a seasoned desert fox, because—gosh—there’s nothing worse than sprinting low on health while the blue zone nips at your heels.
Why the Vending Machines Still Matter
These tin‑can helpers aren't just decoration. A single beep can yield a handful of Painkillers or a lavish shower of Energy Drinks (once, I saw three cans pop out in one go—talk about a jackpot!). They’re like little oasis nurses scattered across the arid map, quietly murmuring “come here, I’ll fix you up.” The catch is they only appear in Miramar, and only at specific buildings. If you mindlessly wander, you'll pass a dozen warehouses without a single glint, so memorising a few confirm spots is pure gold.
Confirmed Vending Machine Locations
During my countless drops—even recently in 2026—I’ve pinned these places down. Keep in mind the machines are usually on the ground floor of tall blue buildings, inside casinos, or at gas stations. The exact spots:
🏙️ Los Leones – This sprawling industrial maze holds three reliable spots. Look for the 4‑ to 6‑storey big blue buildings marked on any squad’s map. All three of them have a machine on the ground level, often tucked beside a staircase.
🏘️ Chumacera – Only one guaranteed spot, but it’s a sweet one. Head to the two‑storey yellow building near the centre. It’s smaller, less contested, and the machine sits right inside the ground‑floor corridor, almost winking at you as you land.
🥊 Pecado – The city of boxers offers four machine spawns. One sits on the top floor of the arena (stadium). Another hides on the ground‑floor veranda of the L‑shaped building. Of course, the mandatory 6‑storey blue giant has one, and the real show‑stopper waits inside the casino—Krafton officially confirmed that casino machines are permanent.
If you stray beyond these, keep an eye on La Coberia and El Pozo as well. But honestly, the blue‑building rule never fails. If I’m ever choked for supplies, I just scan the horizon for a tall blue silhouette and bee‑line there.
The Golden Mirado – A Desert Unicorn
Close your eyes and imagine a classic muscle car draped in liquid gold, purring like a contented jaguar. That’s the Golden Mirado. It’s a four‑seat coupe that can hit 165 km/h on a flat highway, and it’s the fastest way to outrun both bullets and the blue wall. Add to that its open hood and that blinding paint job, and you become the king of Mad Miramar.
Here’s the secret I’ve relied on since 2020 and that still holds true: only one spawns per match, and it always rests inside the garage of Hacienda del Patron. Yep, that mansion on the eastern edge of the map. The garage door faces the inner courtyard, and the car practically glows, begging to be taken. Every time I land there, my heart does a little backflip—sometimes it’s already stolen, sometimes it waits just for me. The tension is delicious.
💡 Pro tip: your Mirado isn't just eye candy. Its speed lets you rotate across the map in seconds. Just watch out for bumpy dunes; this beauty hates off‑road detours.
A New Shopping Era: Item Shops
While you're busy looting vending machines, don’t overlook the relatively newer Item Shops. By 2026, these shops have settled comfortably in the centre of nearly every big city. You can trade shop tokens for a complete loadout—from helmets to extended mags—without ever touching a floor spawn. It feels like a desert mall appeared overnight, and I love walking in with a pocketful of tokens, coming out an armoured juggernaut.
Staying Safe Around the Machines
Before I let you go, a small, friendly warning. Those vending machines look sturdy, but using them as cover is a risky gamble. The game has embedded an anti‑theft system in them; if anyone—including you—shoots or damages the machine, it might relay your position to nearby enemies. So treat them gently, snatch your drinks, and vanish into the dust.
Final Thoughts
To this day, Miramar’s vending machines and that solitary Golden Mirado inject a rush of excitement into every match. Knowing where they hide transforms you from a frantic scavenger into a prepared survivor. So next time the plane engine roars over the desert, aim for those big blue buildings or the Hacienda garage, and let the loot—and the ride—define your legend.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to chase a golden car. The garage door is calling…