Palworld
News, coverage and analysis tracking Palworld across the outlets.
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.
Överlevnadsgenren i backspegelnThis article traces the history and evolution of the survival game genre, starting with UnReal World in 1992 and highlighting key titles like Minecraft, DayZ, Rust, The Forest, Ark: Survival Evolved, and Valheim. It discusses how the genre has expanded from niche simulations to a broad category encompassing various gameplay styles and player engagement, emphasizing the core human drive for survival and adaptation as its enduring appeal.
FZ High Score – Veckans rävsax skakar omThe latest review scores for Star Fox place it at an average of 83, with player scores averaging 82. The article highlights the game's enduring appeal despite being a fifth iteration of its story. Other games like Dave the Diver and Gothic 1 Remake also received scores.
Witchspire Early Access Review – Magical survival and creature catching, but some co-op flawsWitchspire is a magical survival game that streamlines common tasks through spellcasting and offers creature companions that can be leveled up and provide base support. Despite its early access status, the game is visually impressive and provides a fun single-player experience, though co-op has some notable flaws regarding character and loot ownership. The game also features engaging exploration mechanics like broom flying and teleport dashes.
July is a little light on the big new game releases, but your co-op horror Discord gang will be feastin'July 2026 will see a lighter release schedule for major new games, with a focus on co-op horror titles and notable remakes like Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced and Halo: Campaign Evolved. The month also includes updates for existing titles such as Palworld, Final Fantasy 14, and Doom: The Dark Ages, alongside various Steam sales and events.- 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.
Palworld Publishing Manager is “Losing My Mind” Because of Nearly 27 Pages of Patch Notes for 1.0Pocketpair's publishing manager Bucky expressed the challenge of compiling the extensive patch notes for Palworld's upcoming Version 1.0 release, which will feature a new end-game scenario, Pals, and weapons. The update, described as the game's biggest yet, will be available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC, with Pocketpair committed to ongoing post-launch support.
FZ High Score – De första resultaten från säsong 11 är härThe first results from season 11 of FZ High Score are in, with four titles receiving their final scores. Hell Let Loose: Vietnam has been postponed to August. Dave the Diver: In the Jungle leads the current rankings, with user @enviro in first place.- The best MMO and multiplayer deals from Steam’s 2026 summer sale and beyondSteam's 2026 Summer Sale is offering significant discounts on a wide variety of MMO and multiplayer titles, including bundles and individual game sales. Notable deals include discounts on Palworld, Guild Wars 2, Dune Awakening, Destiny 2 DLC, Elder Scrolls Online, and many more, with prices slashed across numerous genres and publishers.
- FZ High Score – De första resultaten av säsong 11 är härThe first results of Season 11's high score rankings are in, featuring several games with initial scores. Hell Let Loose: Vietnam has been postponed to August, while Dave the Diver: In the Jungle leads with a score of 91. The article also mentions upcoming titles like Star Fox and Gothic 1 Remake, and notes a player named André is currently in first place.
Arc Raiders and Marathon aren't "dead" just because their concurrent player count has dropped, Palworld lead says – but he's "not denying that some games do 'die'"Pocketpair's John Buckley argues that games are not 'dead' simply because their concurrent player counts have dropped, emphasizing the importance of daily and monthly active users over peak concurrent numbers. While acknowledging that some live service games do fail, he believes many can sustain a healthy player base with just a few thousand daily players and criticizes the premature labeling of games as 'dead' for views.
Ocarina Of Time Fan Project Bows Out Before Nintendo Comes KnockingA fan project recreating The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time in Unreal Engine has been canceled by its creator, CryZENx, due to fears of legal action from Nintendo. This decision comes shortly after Nintendo announced its own remake of the game for the Nintendo Switch 2. The creator cited "Nintendo ninjas" as the reason for stopping development, highlighting Nintendo's history of protecting its intellectual property.
The Witcher 4 Studio’s Co-CEO “Has Doubts” If Generative AI is “The Path to Follow” to Make GamesCD Projekt co-CEO Michał Nowakowski expressed doubts about generative AI being the primary path for game development, despite acknowledging its use in productivity areas. He believes AI cannot create games like The Witcher 5 or 6. Other companies like Pocketpair also avoid generative AI, while Crystal Dynamics has used it in early development for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.- “A natural, ugh, why?” Palworld lead plants the flag on the right side of the AI discussionPalworld's lead developer, Takuro Mizobe, has taken a stance on the ongoing discussion surrounding artificial intelligence in game development. He expressed his views, suggesting a particular side in the debate, which was shared via a post on Destructoid.
Palworld lead on generative AI: Gamers don't want itPocketpair, the developer of Palworld, does not use generative AI in its games because players do not want it, according to communications director John Buckley. He stated that while some companies may use AI to save time, its prominence in the industry may not last. Buckley also noted that some developers are proactively clarifying their games are human-made, which he finds a concerning trend.