Palworld
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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.- Engagement RingPalworld has surpassed 40 million players across all platforms. This milestone highlights the game's significant popularity since its early access launch.
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- Palworld Hits an Incredible 40 Million Players 2.5 Years After Early Access Launch, and With 1.0 Right Around the CornerPalworld has reached an impressive milestone of 40 million players, approximately 2.5 years after its early access launch. This announcement comes as the game's full 1.0 release is anticipated soon.
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.
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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.
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Coming Out in gaming this week — July 6, 2026This week's gaming releases include DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations, Moonlight Peaks, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynced, and Palworld's 1.0 launch. Several other titles like EA SPORTS College Football 27 and Backyard Baseball are also launching on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.- 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.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
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.