Palworld launches into Early Access.

Posted by zmnteam

Palworld is now available in Early Access. Developed by Pocketpair, the game blends creature collecting with survival crafting, base building, and co op multiplayer. The Early Access launch released on PC via Steam and on Xbox platforms as a Game Preview title.

Quick facts

Release date: January 19, 2024
Platforms: PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One (Game Preview)
Subscription: Available day one with Xbox Game Pass (Cloud, Console, PC) in supported regions
Developer and publisher: Pocketpair
Genre: Open world survival crafting

What players do in Palworld

Players explore a large world filled with creatures called Pals, which can be captured and assigned to tasks like gathering, farming, production, and base defense. The game supports solo play and multiplayer, letting groups build shared bases and tackle tougher threats together.

The Early Access version also includes combat and progression systems, with players using a mix of tools, weapons, and Pal abilities. Pocketpair has described Early Access as a period for gathering feedback and expanding content ahead of a future 1.0 release.

Early Access notes

As an Early Access or Game Preview release, Palworld is still in active development. Content, balance, and performance may change over time as Pocketpair ships updates and adds new features.

Where to buy

Palworld can be purchased digitally on Steam and the Microsoft Store. Depending on the platform and region, players can pay using Steam Wallet funds or Xbox and Microsoft Store balance, including gift cards.

Sources

Steam announcement (Jan 2024): Palworld Early Access start time – https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1623730/view/3869219612738938628
Xbox Store listing (Game Preview) – https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/palworld-game-preview/9nkv34xdw014
Xbox Wire (Jan 16, 2024): Game Pass January 2024 Wave 2 (includes Palworld) – https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2024/01/16/game-pass-january-2024-wave-2-announce/
Pocketpair official news post (Jan 19, 2024) – https://www.pocketpair.jp/news/20240119