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Palworld

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Release Date: July 10, 2026

Action, TPP, Sandbox, RPG Elements, Survival, Online, Indie Games, Co-op, Crafting, Xbox Play Anywhere, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet, Xbox Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

A third-person survival action game with RPG elements. Palworld tasks us with traversing a beautiful world, catching creatures known as Pals and exploiting them in various ways. The game supports singleplayer and multiplayer.

7.1

OpenCritic

9.4

Steam

9.0

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[2:33] Palworld 1.0 - Launch Trailer Videos: 38
Screenshot Images: 69
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Palworld is an action survival game with RPG elements, inspired by the iconic Pokemon series. It was developed by Pocketpair, an indie studio known for the warmly received Craftopia.

Plot

Palworld is set in a fictional world where humans co-exist with Pals, Pokemon-like creatures. The player must traverse the land and capture Pals to make use of their unique powers and abilities. It's up to us whether we'll treat them nicely or have them slave away before tossing them aside once their usefulness runs its course.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Xbox One

Xbox One

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

Early Access:January 19, 2024

Developer: Pocketpair

Publisher: Pocketpair

Features

Palworld map and guide
Guide

Last update: June 26, 2025

Palworld map and guide

Palworld guide is mainly an interactive map where we marked all pals, alpha pals, Eggs, Treasure Chests, Limfunk Efiigy, fast travel, dungeons, merchants, NPCs, bosses and a bunch of usefull hints.

Palworld map and guide

News

Pokémon hits a temporary roadblock in Palworld lawsuit

Pokémon hits a temporary roadblock in Palworld lawsuit

The Japan Patent Office has rejected an important patent in Pokémon's lawsuit against Palworld. It's a notable roadblock that could have lasting implications.

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Matt Buckley

October 30, 2025

Pokémon hits a temporary roadblock in Palworld lawsuit
How to start Halloween mission and get Zoe skin in Palworld. The new spooky costume is here

How to start Halloween mission and get Zoe skin in Palworld. The new spooky costume is here

Happy Halloween is the newest quest in Palworld. Unfortunately, some players have problems to start this quest. Here you will learn how to do it and get Zoe's Halloween costume.

How to

Dawid Lubczynski

October 23, 2025

How to start Halloween mission and get Zoe skin in Palworld. The new spooky costume is here
How to get Depresso suit in Palworld. Halloween update just gave us the best outfit ever

How to get Depresso suit in Palworld. Halloween update just gave us the best outfit ever

Halloween in Palworld has already started. If you are gunning for Depresso outfit, here you will learn how to get it. Make haste, as it can be a time-limited event!

How to

Aleksander Kartasinski

October 23, 2025

How to get Depresso suit in Palworld. Halloween update just gave us the best outfit ever
Palworld is getting ready to leave Early Access with 1.0, but the devs have yet to fix many „quirks and shortcomings”

Palworld is getting ready to leave Early Access with 1.0, but the devs have yet to fix many „quirks and shortcomings”

The developers of Palworld have announced when the full version of the game will launch. Before that happens, however, the team wants to eliminate all the quirks and shortcomings of their hit.

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Martin Bukowski

September 16, 2025

Palworld is getting ready to leave Early Access with 1.0, but the devs have yet to fix many „quirks and shortcomings”
The Pokémon Company's new patents are a bad sign, and not just for Palworld

The Pokémon Company's new patents are a bad sign, and not just for Palworld

The Pokémon Company has recently been issued two new patents in the US. This isn't unusual, but it also sends a powerful and threatening message.

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Matt Buckley

September 10, 2025

The Pokémon Company's new patents are a bad sign, and not just for Palworld
Nintendo patents features that Palworld had for a long time. A strange twist in a high-profile court battle

Nintendo patents features that Palworld had for a long time. A strange twist in a high-profile court battle

The lawsuit in Japan against Pocketpair is still ongoing, but it's possible that the case with the Palworld developers isn't going as smoothly for Nintendo as some people thought.

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Jacob Blazewicz

July 18, 2025

Nintendo patents features that Palworld had for a long time. A strange twist in a high-profile court battle
How to start fishing in Palworld. Get new pals and Coralum Ore

How to start fishing in Palworld. Get new pals and Coralum Ore

Tides of Terraria has arrived. It adds a lot of new content, including the fishing mechanic. Our Palworld guide explains how to start fishing.

How to

Dawid Lubczynski

June 27, 2025

How to start fishing in Palworld. Get new pals and Coralum Ore
A guide to the best games and deals of Steam's Creature Collector Fest

A guide to the best games and deals of Steam's Creature Collector Fest

Steam Creature Collector Fest starts today and runs through next week. Some great games are deeply discounted, including some you wouldn't expect.

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Matt Buckley

May 12, 2025

A guide to the best games and deals of Steam's Creature Collector Fest
Palworld developer shares changes made in response to Pokémon lawsuit

Palworld developer shares changes made in response to Pokémon lawsuit

Palworld developer Pocketpair explained recent and upcoming changes to the game and confirmed that they result from the ongoing Nintendo and Pokémon lawsuit.

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Matt Buckley

May 8, 2025

Palworld developer shares changes made in response to Pokémon lawsuit
Palworld More Than Just Pals dating sim might be real

Palworld More Than Just Pals dating sim might be real

Palworld developer Pocketpair has released a follow-up trailer to last year's April Fool's joke, Palworld More Than Just Friends, a dating sim spin-off.

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Matt Buckley

March 31, 2025

Palworld More Than Just Pals dating sim might be real

Downloads

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Palworld Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 1050 or better, 40 GB SSD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i9-9900K 3.6 GHz, 32 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2070 or better, 40 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Palworld Video Game.

7.1

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 44% of Critics. There are 21 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Attack of the Fanboy: 2.5 / 5 by Davi Braid

Although Palworld can provide an enjoyable experience for a while, it's a hard sell .It feels like halves of two different games that, when put together, don't seem to make a whole.

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PC Invasion: 8.5 / 10 by Aidan Lambourne

Palworld offers everything you'd expect, and so much more. From incredible boss fights to satisfying community building, there's something for everyone.

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IGN: 7 / 10 by Travis Northup

The version of Palworld on Xbox and the Microsoft Store might not be nearly as polished as the Steam version right now, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t still a ton of fun.

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94%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (430,250)

STEAM
User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Gameplay: Players find the core gameplay loop of capturing creatures (Pals), building bases, and crafting to be highly addictive and rewarding.
  • Open World Exploration: The game features a vast, diverse world that encourages exploration with various biomes and secrets to uncover.
  • Creativity in Base Building: Users appreciate the extensive base-building mechanics, allowing for creative structures and automation.
  • Multiplayer Experience: Many reviews highlight the fun of playing with friends, making it a great multiplayer experience.
  • Humor and Absurdity: The game’s quirky blend of cute creatures and chaotic combat, including the use of firearms, adds a humorous twist that resonates with players.
  • Customization Options: Players enjoy the ability to tweak gameplay settings to suit their preferences, enhancing the overall experience.

The main cons of the game

  • Grind and Progression Issues: Many users express frustration with the mid to late-game grind, feeling it becomes excessively time-consuming and less enjoyable.
  • AI and Pathfinding Problems: Some players report issues with AI behavior, including poor pathfinding and bugs that hinder gameplay.
  • Limited Building Mechanics: While base building is a highlight, some players feel it lacks variety and polish, with limitations on structure shapes and placements.
  • Lack of Depth in Story and Quests: The narrative and questlines are often seen as shallow or unengaging, leading to a lack of motivation to progress.
  • Balancing Issues: Some reviews mention that certain bosses and endgame content can be unbalanced, particularly for solo players.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • More Diverse NPCs and Quests: Players wish for additional villages, NPCs, and side quests to make the world feel more alive and engaging.
  • Improved AI Control: Users desire better control over their Pals, including commands for combat and tasks, to enhance strategic gameplay.
  • Minimap and Navigation Tools: A minimap or better navigation aids would help players explore the vast world more effectively.
  • Content Beyond Early Access: Many hope for more story content and features to be added as the game continues to develop, particularly in the transition to full release.
  • Quality of Life Improvements: Suggestions include addressing bugs, enhancing performance, and refining building mechanics for a smoother experience.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Palworld" has received acclaim for its engaging gameplay and creative mechanics, players also highlight several areas for improvement, particularly in the mid to late-game experience and AI functionality.

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9.0

USERS Score

Average score from votes. 2 players anticipated the game.

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