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Palworld 1.0: New Save or Old Save? A Straight Answer | Two Average Gamers
This guide helps Palworld players decide whether to start a new save file or continue with their existing one after the 1.0 update. It clarifies what data carries over, such as player level, items, and bases, and what resets, like mission progress. The article advises players to consider their weekly playtime and the impact of mods, recommending a hybrid approach for those with significant bases or who play with friends.
Japan’s patent office rejects one of the Pokemon patents, calling Nintendo’s arguments ‘absurd’ and ‘ridiculous’
The Japanese Patent Office has rejected one of Nintendo's patent filings related to Pokemon's monster-capturing mechanics, citing prior art from a 13-year-old fan game. Nintendo's arguments against this were deemed 'absurd' and 'ridiculous' by the examiner, who stated that copyright infringement does not negate prior art for patentability.
Respawn Monday #9: Palworld's Endgame Grind Meets Tokon: Fighting Souls Beta — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The author discusses the endgame grind in Palworld after 80 hours, noting the satisfying progression despite repetitive dungeons and high material requirements. They also share their experience with the Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls open beta, finding it a fun and accessible fighting game with an auto-combo system that aids newcomers, though the story mode's pacing and writing were less impressive.
Even Japan's patent officials seem exhausted with Nintendo's antics as they refuse its 'absurd'…
Nintendo's attempts to secure patents for Pokémon-related systems have been met with strong rebukes from the Japan Patent Office. Examiners found Nintendo's arguments against prior art, including a fan game video, to be lacking and even described some of Nintendo's claims as 'absurd'.
Nintendo couldn't escape the courtroom during one of its biggest weeks of the year
Nintendo faced multiple legal challenges during the launch week of its new exclusive title, Splatoon Raiders, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The company was involved in a patent dispute with Palworld developer Pocketpair, which saw a patent related to monster-capturing systems rejected, and a class-action lawsuit in the US concerning tariffs on its products.
Palworld studio Pocketpair is publishing a new indie game that mixes Factorio-style automation, town building, and more…
Pocketpair, the developer behind Palworld, is publishing a new indie game called Clicky Islands developed by Karrot Games. This title combines town management, clicker mechanics, and Factorio-style automation. A demo is available on Steam, with the full release planned for later this year.
The best Palworld 1.0 pals for running your base like a well-oiled machine
This guide provides recommendations for the best Pals in Palworld 1.0 to optimize base operations, focusing on suitabilities like Kindling, Handiwork, Medicine Production, and more. It details specific Pals such as Bastigor for Cooling, Venusa for Gathering, Oserk for Generating Electricity, Solenne for Handiwork, Dupin for Kindling, Celesdir Noct for Lumbering, Knocklem Ignis for Mining, Silvance for Medicine Production, Dandilord for Planting, and Mimog for Transporting. The article also touches on mechanics like the Pal Condenser, partner skills, and pathing fixes.
Palworld Has Accrued $700 Million Revenue in Its Lifetime – Rumor
Pocketpair's Palworld has reportedly generated $700 million in revenue from 30.5 million sales across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox platforms. The game has surpassed 40 million players and achieved a peak of nearly one million concurrent players on Steam. The article also notes that a significant portion of players have accumulated over 100 hours in the game.
"You saved the entire industry": The 13-year-old video of a Pokemon fan game now cited in the rejection of a Nintendo patent is being celebrated by fans happy to see creative freedom win
A 13-year-old fan-made Pokemon game, Pokemon: Generations, has been cited by the Japanese Patent Office to reject a Nintendo patent for an in-game monster-capturing system. This decision, which argues a lack of "inventive step," has been celebrated by fans as a win for creative freedom and potentially impacts Nintendo's ongoing legal actions against Palworld.
Palworld lead promises "you will always be able to play" Pocketpair's survival game: "Why would you…
Pocketpair's John Buckley has assured players that Palworld will remain playable indefinitely, emphasizing that it is not a live service game. Despite its significant multiplayer component, the game can be played entirely offline, meaning server shutdowns will not end its accessibility. This clarification comes as the game sees a resurgence in popularity after leaving early access.
Palworld has sold over 30m copies already, with Steam unsurprisingly emerging as the most popular platform
Palworld has surpassed 30 million in sales across all platforms, with Steam being the most popular. The game has also seen a significant boost in concurrent players following its 1.0 release. Pocketpair has teased potential skins and a possible collaboration with Fortnite, despite ongoing legal challenges.
"Ultra" Palworld 1.0 mod adds ray-traced lighting, and it's already got 18,000 downloads
A new mod for Palworld, named 'Ultra Graphics', has been released, adding ray-traced lighting and other visual enhancements. The mod has already achieved over 18,000 downloads since its publication. While it significantly improves the game's lighting and visual fidelity, these changes are client-side and require manual installation.
Palworld 1.0 has already moved over 1.8 million copies for Pocketpair, analyst estimates, with 65% of players on Steam
Pocketpair's survival game Palworld has reportedly sold approximately 1.8 million copies since its 1.0 update on July 10, according to analyst estimates. The game has reached over 40 million players across platforms, with Steam accounting for 65% of its player base. The analyst also noted that Palworld has generated around $700 million in revenue.
"Steam’s required AI disclosure is the right move": Devs say gen AI should be called out in games and…
Valve's new policy requiring developers to disclose the use of generative AI in games on Steam has sparked debate, with some, like Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney, calling it irresponsible. However, many developers interviewed believe transparency is crucial, arguing that gamers have a right to know how their games are made and what they are supporting. There is a sentiment that consumers are pushing back against AI-generated content, and platforms like Steam are responding to this demand.
Palworld players have harnessed the power of selective breeding to create 'infinite bomb' Pals that can blow…
Players in Palworld have discovered a breeding exploit that allows creatures to repeatedly self-detonate without taking damage. This 'infinite bomb' Pal, achieved through combining specific skills like Implode and the Heavily Armored passive, can deal massive damage to enemies. Further developments suggest a 'monkey nuke' variant could be even more potent by combining this with other Pal abilities.
Pocketpair lead tempts fate after Palworld 1.0, asks players what Pals should get new skins and obliterates those who…
Pocketpair's John Buckley playfully solicited ideas for new Palworld skins, only to be inundated with requests for a 'Sekhmet maid skin.' In response to the overwhelming community demand, Buckley humorously depicted himself using psychokinesis to obliterate fans who suggested the maid outfit, referencing the Watchmen character Doctor Manhattan.
Palworld has now hit nearly a million concurrent players since its 1.0 launch
Palworld has achieved nearly one million concurrent players following its official 1.0 launch, reaching a peak of 956,613 players on Steam. Pocketpair's head of communications, John Buckley, expressed surprise at the player interest, noting this surge places the game near the top of Steam's most-played titles.
Palworld 1.0 brings a revelation to longtime fans who never crafted an invaluable item: "I thought they were…
Palworld 1.0 has revealed a long-hidden mechanic to many players: lockpicks are not single-use consumables but infinite crafting items. This discovery has surprised a significant portion of the player base who previously avoided crafting them due to their high resource cost. The game's developer, Pocketpair, has seen its survival hit reach new heights with this revelation.
How to get Ancient Civilization Cores in Palworld
This guide explains how to obtain Ancient Civilization Cores in Palworld, which are rare items crucial for late-game base productivity. These cores are primarily obtained as rewards from defeating specific Raid Boss encounters, including Bellanoir, Bellanoir Libero, and Blazamut Ryu. Players are advised to focus on the Oil Rig Strongholds and prepare for challenging fights, as there is no crafting schematic for these items and they cannot be rushed.
Palworld's official TCG hits 3.5 million pack sales worldwide, and it hasn't even launched yet
The official Palworld trading card game has reportedly sold over 3.5 million booster packs worldwide before its official launch on July 30. The competitive two-player card game, designed to deliver a strategic tabletop experience, has seen its pre-order products quickly sell out. This success follows the popular 1.0 update for the base game, Palworld.
