"It's all going to change": Palworld devs aren't "force wiping anyone" for the survival game's big 1.0 update, but they "softly recommend you start from scratch"

Pocketpair publishing lead John 'Bucky' Buckley stated that players will not be forced to restart their saves for Palworld's upcoming 1.0 update, but a fresh start is recommended due to extensive changes. The game, which launched into early access in January 2024, is targeting a 2026 release for its full version.

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COMPANY Pocketpair
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GAME Palworld
PLATFORM PlayStation 5
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Palworld 1.0 Update Brings Massive Content Expansion

The full release of Palworld, version 1.0, has launched with a vast amount of new content. This major update introduces a new region, numerous Pals, and significant story revisions. While existing saves are compatible, developers recommend a fresh start due to extensive game changes.

GAME Palworld
COMPANY Pocketpair
PLATFORM PC
PLATFORM PlayStation 5

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Palworld’s Massive 1.0 Patch Notes Detail New Sunreach Area, Mutations, And 72 More PalsPalworld's major 1.0 update introduces significant changes, including updated story missions, a new Sunreach area, revamped settlements, two new mechanics (Awakening and Mutations), and 72 new Pals. Developer Pocketpair detailed these additions and numerous other improvements to combat, base building, multiplayer, and graphics in extensive patch notes. Gamespot · 4 days ago
Palworld 1.0 Adds 72 New Pals, Reworks the Story, Expands the World Design, and Much MorePalworld 1.0 has been released, introducing a new region called Sunreach with floating islands, new Pals, and challenging Tower bosses. The update significantly reworks the story, expands world design with ancient ruins and settlements, and adds 72 new Pals, bringing the total to 287. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC, and has seen a surge in players on Steam. Gaming Bolt · 5 days ago
Palworld 1.0 is "bigger in scale than any update" the game's gotten, but Pocketpair still isn't adding Pokemon-style Pal evolutionsPocketpair has announced that Palworld 1.0, the game's full release, will launch on July 10, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, including Game Pass. This update is described as the largest yet, but developer John 'Bucky' Buckley confirmed that Pal evolutions, a highly requested feature, were never planned and will not be added. The update will include many new Pals, a new region, and a more developed narrative. Retro Gamer · about 1 month ago