BGMI custom rooms are the foundation of every scrim and tournament. Unlike standard matchmaking, custom rooms let you control exactly who joins, what map is played, and what settings are active. This guide covers everything: how to get room cards, how to create the room, recommended settings for scrims, and how to run your first lobby smoothly.
A custom room in BGMI is a private lobby that an organizer creates and controls. Unlike public matchmaking where the game automatically fills a lobby with random players, a custom room requires a password to enter — only players you share the password with can join. The organizer decides the map, mode, player count, and all match settings before the lobby opens.
Custom rooms are used for three main purposes: scrimmage sessions (scrims) between competitive teams, community tournaments with registered participants, and custom matches organized by content creators or clans. In all of these contexts, the organizer needs an Advanced Room Card to create the lobby. Without one, the option to create a custom room is unavailable.
Standard matchmaking places you in a random server-assigned match. Custom rooms give you a controlled, private environment — which is why every serious BGMI scrim and tournament is run through custom rooms rather than public lobbies.
An Advanced Room Card is a consumable item that is spent each time you create a custom room. One card = one match. You need to have at least one in your inventory before the “Create Room” option becomes available. Here are the four main ways to obtain them:
In-Game Shop
Buy directly with BC (Battle Coins) — the most straightforward method. Each card costs approximately 60 BC. Navigate to the Shop tab in BGMI, search for Room Card, and purchase as many as you need for your event.
Clan Shop
Buy with Clan Points — completely free if your clan has accumulated enough points. Check with your clan leader to see if room cards are available. Clan Points are earned through clan activities and missions.
Events and Missions
Occasionally given as event rewards during special BGMI events and seasonal missions. Check the Events tab in the game daily — room cards appear as rewards during tournaments, anniversaries, and collaboration events.
Level-Up Rewards
Sometimes awarded at certain account level milestones. If you are a newer player, leveling up your account may grant room cards as progression rewards automatically.
Room Card Tip
Buy room cards in bulk before a tournament. Running out mid-event is one of the most common organizer mistakes. If you are running a 5-match tournament with 2 lobbies per day, purchase at least 12 cards before day one — extras carry over to future events.
Follow these steps exactly to create and open a custom room lobby in BGMI:
Open BGMI and tap the arrow next to the "Start" button on the main screen. This reveals a dropdown of game mode options.
Select "Room" from the dropdown options that appear next to the Start button.
Tap "Create Room" — you will be prompted to confirm the use of one Advanced Room Card from your inventory.
Configure your room settings — set the mode, map, player count, friendly fire toggle, and spectator options (see recommended settings in the next section).
Set a room password — choose something unique that is not reused from previous events. Share this password only with registered team captains.
Tap "Create" — your lobby is now live and waiting for players to join.
Announce the room name and password to registered team captains at the scheduled start time, using your private captain channel (Discord or WhatsApp).
These settings are the standard for competitive BGMI custom rooms. Using the wrong settings — especially friendly fire being left on — can ruin a match. Configure these before you share the room password.
| Setting | Recommended Value | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Mode | Squad TPP | Standard for all competitive BGMI — used in BGIS, BMPS, and all major tournaments. |
| Map | Erangel | Most used in official tournaments; teams practice rotations here and know the meta positions. |
| Player Count | Match your team count (16 teams = 64 slots) | Avoid empty slots which affect zone behavior and can cause the lobby to behave unexpectedly. |
| Friendly Fire | Off | Prevents accidental team kills during scrims. Always disable this — there is no reason to have it on. |
| Spectators | Off (or organizer only) | Prevents stream sniping from the spectator view. Only the organizer should spectate if needed. |
| Wait Time | 60-90 seconds | Enough time for all teams to load in before the match begins. Shorter times cause players to spawn late. |
The room name and password system is simple: you share both to registered team captains and they distribute to their own players. The security of your lobby depends entirely on how you share this information. Follow these practices to keep your lobby clean:
Once the lobby is open and teams start joining, your job as the organizer is to verify attendance and maintain lobby integrity. Here is the standard procedure:
Even experienced organizers encounter these issues. Here is how to resolve each one quickly so your tournament stays on schedule.
Room Card Not Working
Make sure you have an Advanced Room Card — not a Basic Room Card. Basic cards only work for casual custom matches, not tournament or scrim lobbies. Check your inventory under the consumables tab.
Players Can't Find the Room
Double-check the room name spelling. Room names in BGMI are case-sensitive. Share the exact name exactly as it appears in the lobby — copy-paste it rather than retyping.
Random Players Joining
Your room password has leaked to unauthorized players. Kick all uninvited players immediately, end the lobby, and create a new room with a completely different password before starting the match.
Lobby Stuck / Won't Start
A lobby with unfilled squad slots may fail to launch correctly. Either fill all slots, or adjust the player count setting in room configuration to match the exact number of players present.
Do I need a Room Card for every match in BGMI?
Yes, each match in BGMI requires one Advanced Room Card. For a 5-match tournament, you need 5 room cards. Always purchase extras before your event starts — running out between matches will delay your entire schedule.
How much does an Advanced Room Card cost in BGMI?
Advanced Room Cards cost approximately 60 BC (Battle Coins) each in the in-game shop. They can also be obtained free through the Clan Shop using Clan Points, making them effectively free if your clan is active.
Can I create a custom room in BGMI for free?
Not completely free — each custom room requires one Advanced Room Card. However, if your clan has enough Clan Points, you can get room cards from the Clan Shop without spending any BC.
How many players can join a BGMI custom room?
BGMI custom rooms support up to 100 players (25 squads of 4). For standard tournament lobbies, 16-20 teams (64-80 players) is the recommended range for a clean, competitive experience.
What settings should I use for BGMI scrim custom rooms?
Use Squad TPP mode, Erangel map, set player count to match your registered teams exactly, disable friendly fire, restrict spectators, and use a unique password for every match. These settings mirror the official BGIS and BMPS competitive format.
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