When was Palworld released?

Palworld was released on July 10, 2026.

What platforms is Palworld available on?

Palworld is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One.

Who developed Palworld?

Palworld was developed by PocketPair.

Where can I buy Palworld?

Palworld is available starting at 29.99 USD.

Palworld

Name: Palworld
Price: 29.99 USD

About

Palworld is a multiplayer open-world survival game that combines creature-collecting with crafting, base-building, and combat. Set on the Palpagos Islands, players capture and tame animal-like creatures called Pals, which can be used as mounts, combat partners, or workers at player-built bases. The game incorporates firearms and darker satirical elements into the monster-taming formula.

Storyline

The Palpagos Islands are home to hundreds of mysterious creatures known as Pals. Players awaken in this untamed open world where multiple factions vie for control: the Rayne Syndicate, the Free Pal Alliance liberation movement, the Brothers of the Eternal Pyre, the Palpagos Islands Defense Force, and the Pal Genetic Research Unit. Each faction is led by powerful Pal trainers who occupy towers scattered across the islands, guarding their territory against outsiders. Caught between these warring groups, players must survive by capturing and forming bonds with Pals while navigating a lawless frontier where hostile forces patrol the wilds and a wanted system punishes those who cross the wrong lines.

Where to buy

Prices for US · Updated 10/26/2026

News

Palworld studio doesn't want to just "release 100 new Pals with the next update" as Pocketpair lead says "every Pal should have something" memorable - GamesRadar+

GamesRadar+ · 10/19/2026

Palworld's cursed dating sim is a "little goofy thing" and not a proper spin-off, Pocketpair lead says: "I would only consider Palfarm the true spin-off" - GamesRadar+

GamesRadar+ · 10/5/2026

Palworld becoming the best-reviewed Steam game of 2026 is "nothing short of miraculous," says Pocketpair lead - GamesRadar+

GamesRadar+ · 9/25/2026

Palworld lead says survival game genre has "found its stride" with the likes of Valheim 1.0 and Dune: Awakening after being "plagued with 100 hit or miss games a year" - GamesRadar+

GamesRadar+ · 9/24/2026

Even after Palworld 1.0, Pocketpair lead says 2026's best indie could be this Overwhelmingly Positive Steam roguelike citybuilder: "I haven't played a game more addictive since Balatro" - GamesRadar+

GamesRadar+ · 9/24/2026

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