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Palworld PSA: you might want to uninstall your mods if you've not played in a while ahead of its 1.0 launchAhead of Palworld's 1.0 launch on July 10th, developer Pocketpair has issued a warning to players who haven't played in a while to uninstall their mods. Old mods can cause crashes, corrupted save data, and prevent quests from being completed due to system changes in the 1.0 update. Players are advised to back up their saves, manually remove mod files, verify game integrity, and avoid installing mods until they are updated for the 1.0 release.
Palworld won't raise its price for 1.0 as 'a small way of saying thank you'Pocketpair announced that Palworld will not increase its price from $29.99 upon its 1.0 release out of early access. This decision is a thank you to players for their support. The survival and crafting game will also receive extensive patch notes detailing new content and features.
Palworld 1.0 release timePalworld's 1.0 update is scheduled to launch on July 10, 2026, with developer Pocketpair estimating a release around 12:30 p.m. JST. This significant update will transition the survival creature-collecting game out of Early Access, bringing numerous changes and improvements.
Playing Palworld 1.0 with mods can "cause issues," Pocketpair warns, so it's recommended you uninstall each one before updating the survival gameDeveloper Pocketpair has warned players that installing mods before updating Palworld to its 1.0 version may cause issues. The studio recommends temporarily removing all mods before updating and then reinstalling them one by one to ensure compatibility with the major system changes in the full release.
Palworld 1.0 patch notes are so large at over 10,000 words they almost didn't fit on Steam, but Pocketpair managed to fix them "without making any compromise"Developer Pocketpair encountered an issue with Palworld's extensive 1.0 patch notes, which exceeded Steam's character limit due to their length of over 10,000 words. The team successfully resolved the problem without compromising the content, ensuring all changes will be communicated to players ahead of the July 10 release.
Palworld dev delivers "important" 1.0 mod warning - just turning them off "is not enough"Developer Pocketpair has issued an important warning to Palworld players regarding mods ahead of the game's 1.0 launch. Simply disabling mods is not enough; players must manually remove all mod files and loaders to prevent crashes, save data corruption, and progression blocks. The developer also provided instructions on how to properly clean game files before updating.
Palworld 1.0 Launch Trailer Highlights the Journey So Far and All the Upcoming New ContentPocketpair's Palworld is launching its 1.0 version on July 10th, following a highly successful early access period that attracted over 40 million players. The update will introduce new Pals, a giant new landmass, offshore base-building, revised raid mechanics, and new equipment. The game will be available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Palworld price won't increase as update 1.0 takes it out of early access, Pocketpair says it's "a small way of saying thank you" after unbelievable successPocketpair has announced that the price of Palworld will remain at $29.99 even after the upcoming 1.0 update takes the game out of early access. The studio cited the game's
Over 2 years since launch, Palworld hits 40 million players right before its 1.0 release, and now has over 8 million…Pocketpair announced that Palworld has surpassed 40 million players across all platforms just before its 1.0 release on July 10. This milestone highlights the game's massive success since its Early Access launch over two years ago, with the survival game having previously reached 32 million players in February 2025. The developer thanked the community for their support, noting the game's significant growth and its impressive player count compared to historical Pokemon game sales.
Palworld 1.0 – Everything You Need to KnowPalworld 1.0 marks the full release of the popular title, exiting Early Access with significant upgrades. The update introduces a reworked progression curve, a mission-driven story structure, an overhauled world map featuring the World Tree, and mechanically reworked bosses and raids. Players are advised to consider a new playthrough to fully experience the redesigned journey and new content.
Palworld developer confirms when the version 1.0 update will go livePocketpair has announced that the version 1.0 update for Palworld will go live on July 10th, with specific release times provided for various time zones. While players can continue using existing saves, the developer strongly recommends starting fresh to experience the numerous overhauls to mechanics, story, and content. The article also briefly touches on the legal dispute with Nintendo regarding character design similarities.- Palworld Dev Offers Approximate Release Time for 1.0 Update, Says Players Do Not Need to Wipe Their Data but They Really ShouldDeveloper Pocketpair announced that the highly anticipated 1.0 update for Palworld will launch on July 10. The studio has provided an approximate release time and advised players on whether to wipe their game data, recommending they do so despite it not being strictly necessary.
- Palworld 1.0 Includes Offshore Base Building, Revamped Raid Mechanics, and Much MorePalworld 1.0 is set to launch on July 10th, exiting early access with significant updates including offshore base building, revamped raid mechanics, and new story missions. The update will also feature improved existing areas, new Pals, firearms, equipment, and reworked tower bosses. The game will be available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
- Windrose teases the new biome, improved ship gameplay, and wind mechanics coming in AshlandsDevelopers Pocketpair and Kraken Express have teased details about the upcoming Ashlands update for Windrose, the game's first major content addition. The update will introduce a new biome called Ashlands, featuring new enemies, items, resources, and a challenging boss, alongside improved ship gameplay and wind mechanics. The developers also mentioned plans for new factions, updated costumes, and building expansions, with longer-term plans still being finalized based on player feedback.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 6 to 10This weekly feature highlights new games releasing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 6 and July 10. Titles include Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA SPORTS College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Wuthering Waves, among many others across various genres.- Palworld 1.0 officially launches on July 10 with 27 pages of patch notesPalworld is officially launching its 1.0 version on July 10th, exiting early access. Developer Pocketpair has prepared 27 pages of patch notes detailing numerous changes, including overhauls to tower bosses and wildlife sanctuaries, which will now feature unique ecosystems and rare Pals.
The 11 most exciting video game releases of July 2026July 2026 is set to feature a mix of new releases and remakes across multiple platforms, including the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced and the debut of Halo on PlayStation 5. Nintendo will also release Rhythm Paradise Groove and Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2, alongside an upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles 2.
In your face Nintendo – Palworld’s huge free 1.0 update lands just before Pokémon Pokopia’s paid DLCPocketpair's monster-taming survival game Palworld is set to leave Early Access and launch version 1.0 on July 10, featuring new Pals, regions, and a revamped story. This major free update arrives shortly before the paid DLC for Nintendo's Pokémon Pokopia in August, intensifying comparisons between the two titles. Despite a past patent infringement lawsuit, both games are releasing significant content updates close to each other.
Palworld lead says there's no "bad blood" between rival survival games like Valheim and Rust: "We all get along really well because we all have something in common!"Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that there is no rivalry between survival game developers, emphasizing that they all share a common passion for the genre. This sentiment is highlighted by the "Super Survival Summer" bundle on Steam, featuring Palworld, Valheim, Rust, and other titles at a discounted price. Buckley also shared his personal involvement in curating the bundle as a side project.
Palworld 1.0 sounds massive as lead teases "27 pdf pages" of patch notes coming to Pocketpair's early…Pocketpair's Palworld is set to leave early access on July 10, 2024, with its 1.0 update promising a massive amount of new content, including over 27 pages of patch notes. The update will introduce new areas, Pals, and narrative elements, with the developer recommending players start a fresh save file due to the extensive changes. Palworld 1.0 will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.