Palworld
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Phantom Blade Zero immediately tops over half a million concurrent Steam players, beating Silksong and Slay the Spire…
Phantom Blade Zero has achieved a massive launch on Steam, peaking at over 595,000 concurrent players shortly after release. This impressive number places it among the biggest launches of 2026 and in the top 20 games ever on Steam by player peak, surpassing titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Slay the Spire 2. The game is also receiving critical acclaim and is predicted to have sold over one million copies pre-launch.
Mass Effect composer wants to rescore leaked internal ME Universe trailer to "properly represent my musical vision"
Mass Effect composer Sam Hulick plans to rescore a leaked internal trailer for the cancelled Mass Effect Universe game to better reflect his musical vision, aiming for release on N7 Day. Meanwhile, Palworld developer Pocketpair remains hopeful about releasing their game on the Switch 2, despite an ongoing legal battle with Nintendo over alleged patent infringement.
Palworld studio still hopes to release the game on Switch 2 one day, despite being in a legal battle with Nintendo
Despite an ongoing legal battle with Nintendo over alleged patent infringement, Palworld developer Pocketpair remains hopeful about bringing the game to the Switch 2. CEO Takuru Mizobe expressed enthusiasm for the platform, though a port is unlikely until the lawsuit is resolved. The game has achieved significant sales and player counts since its 2024 release.
Pocketpair Would Love to Release Palworld on Nintendo Switch 2, Despite Pokémon Legal Battle
Despite an ongoing legal battle with Nintendo, Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld, has expressed interest in releasing the creature-collecting survival game on the Nintendo Switch 2. The company is open to the possibility of a future port.
Palworld's First Official Toy Collection Is Here, Complete With Mystery Eggs and Adorable Pals
Collectibles creator The Loyal Subjects has launched the first official toy collection for Palworld. The line includes articulated figures and mystery eggs, offering fans a new way to engage with the game's characters.
Respawn Monday #22: Enshrouded’s Dungeon Crawling — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Enshrouded distinguishes itself from typical survival crafting games by emphasizing its action RPG elements and deep base-building system. While survival mechanics like hunger and thirst are downplayed, the game offers extensive creative freedom in construction and a flexible skill tree for character development. The article highlights the engaging dungeon crawling and combat, suggesting it appeals more to action RPG fans than pure survival enthusiasts.
The MOP Up: Take a stroll through the sunsetted MMORPG necropolis
A fan-made virtual 'Necropolis' has been created to memorialize over 367 sunsetted MMORPGs and always-online games. The project allows visitors to explore the city and read details about each game's history and demise. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for V Rising, Palworld, Helldivers II, and EVE Online.
Evening Reading - October 23, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including reviews for Tape To Tape and Village in the Shade, and mentions of upcoming titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Palworld. Shigeru Miyamoto received Japan's Order of Culture and commented on AI's role in game design. There are also reports of Arkane Studios potentially facing closure and Helen Chiang's departure from Xbox.
BioWare fans beg Palworld studio to save Mass Effect by buying the IP from EA: "I got close to 30 DMs/emails from…
Following the news of BioWare's potential shutdown by EA, fans have urged Palworld developer Pocketpair to acquire the Mass Effect intellectual property. Pocketpair's head of communications, John 'Bucky' Buckley, acknowledged the frequent fan requests but explained the complexities and high costs associated with IP acquisition, noting that EA has shown no interest in selling the Mass Effect franchise.
Palworld Side by Side Release Window Revealed
Pocketpair announced that the Palworld: Side by Side update is scheduled for release in Winter 2026. The developer also revealed the results of a global popularity poll for both Pals and trainers, with Sekhmet and Zoe taking the top spots respectively. The update's specific content remains largely undisclosed, but it is expected to arrive around December 2026.
Palworld Fans Crown Their Favorite Pal in New Poll as Winter Update Is Teased
A recent poll by Pocketpair revealed that Sekhmet, a cat-shaped Pal, is the most popular creature in Palworld, receiving 49,637 votes. The developer also teased an upcoming winter update for the game.
Palworld: Side by Side is the survival game's next big update, and it releases in Winter 2026
Pocketpair has announced that Palworld's next major update, titled Side by Side, is scheduled for release in Winter 2026. The developer also shared the results of a recent popularity poll for in-game characters and Pals. Head of publishing John Buckley indicated that future updates will focus on quality over quantity, with each Pal having memorable traits rather than introducing a large number of new creatures.
Palworld’s Next Big Update “Side by Side” Launches This Winter
Pocketpair announced that the first major post-launch update for Palworld, titled "Side by Side," will be released this Winter. The update is expected to feature popular characters Zoe, Auri, and Saya, potentially making them recruitable. Palworld is available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Xbox One.
"Elon Musk disagrees with me. This means I am onto something": Legendary game artist calls out AI billionaires, Tim Sweeney responds "this is bulls***" with Musk's support
Veteran game artist Kenney Vleugels criticized AI billionaires like Tim Sweeney and Elon Musk for pushing AI in game development, arguing they don't understand the craft. Sweeney defended AI's velocity and potential, while Musk supported Sweeney. The debate highlights creator concerns about AI's ethical implications, environmental costs, and potential to devalue artistic work.
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
Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld, is prioritizing meaningful additions over simply increasing the number of Pals in updates. Lead John Buckley stated that each Pal should be memorable, whether through design, abilities, or personality, rather than just adding to a roster. This approach also considers the complex balance adjustments required with each new Pal.
Palworld Has 401 Named Humans, and You Can Catch Most of Them - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
An analysis of Palworld's game files reveals that the game contains 401 named human NPCs, built using the same systems as the game's creatures. These NPCs can be captured and utilized at bases, though they are generally less effective than dedicated Pals. The article details their stats, factions, and how this shared system contributes to the game's world consistency and humor, noting that much of this information is not presented within the game itself.
Xbox business manager says devs not using AI shouldn't "be in the business of being a business" – because he "vibe coded a bad but improvable game in 2 days"
Xbox business manager Brandon Stirrup stated that game developers not using generative AI should reconsider their business. Stirrup claims he created an improvable game in two days using 'vibe coding' and believes AI is essential for future development, asserting that studios refusing AI are not truly in the business of being a business. The article counters this by highlighting successful games like Palworld that did not heavily rely on AI.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 16: Steam Cooking Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Cooking Fest with discounts on cooking-themed games like Beastro and Venba. Additionally, there are free weekends for Battlefield 6 and Stranded Deep, along with numerous sales across various storefronts like Epic Games Store, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, Humble Bundle, and Ubisoft.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 16: PlayStation Player's Choice second chance
This weekend's digital sales include a second chance for the PlayStation Player's Choice sale, featuring discounts on numerous titles for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also get select games for free, while Xbox Game Pass subscribers have access to further deals.
Palworld picks spin-offs over a Fortnite-style metaverse because "maximizing revenue as quickly as possible isn’t what drives our creative decisions," says Pocketpair lead
Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that the company prioritizes creating fun games over maximizing revenue quickly, opting for spin-off titles like Palfarm instead of a Fortnite-style metaverse. This independent, self-funded approach allows for distinct gameplay experiences and identities for each project.
