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Palworld
Action
Adventure
Indie
RPG
Early Access
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!

Developers: Pocketpair
Publishers: Pocketpair
Release Date: Jan 18, 2024
Price (USD): $29.99
Current Players: 20k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(95%)
unique blend
variety in Pals
freedom
fresh alternative
cute
Nintendo legal battle
performance varies
similar to Pokémon
bugs and glitches
grindy
underdeveloped story
balancing issues
The general sentiment about the game is largely positive due to its unique combination of survival and creature capture elements that many players find appealing. However, there's significant criticism regarding persistent bugs and balancing issues that affect the game experience. Additionally, while some players appreciate its distinction from Pokémon and the ongoing legal battle with Nintendo, others feel mixed about these aspects, highlighting both a sense of support and critique of originality.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a unique blend of creature collection, survival crafting, and open-world exploration, making it enjoyable for fans of these genres.
  • There is a lot of freedom in how players can interact with the game, allowing for base building, automation, and various playstyles, including combat and exploration with friends.
  • Players appreciate the variety in Pals, describing them as cute, useful, and diverse, which adds depth to the game.
  • The game is seen as a fresh alternative to traditional monster collection games like Pokémon, with elements such as guns and the ability to build and expand bases.

    • Negative Points

  • There are numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with Pal pathing, building mechanics, and server stability.
  • The game can become overly grindy, particularly towards the late game, where progression and leveling can be tedious.
  • Some players report that the game's story and NPC interactions are underdeveloped, making the world feel empty.
  • Balancing issues in combat and resource costs are mentioned, with some players feeling the game is not as polished as it could be.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's relationship with Nintendo is a significant point of contention; many players support the developers against Nintendo's legal actions, while others critique the game's originality.
  • Performance can vary significantly, with some players enjoying smooth gameplay while others encounter frequent crashes and lag.

    • Common Themes

  • Many players compare the game to Pokémon but often emphasize its differences, such as the inclusion of guns and a survival aspect.
  • Players frequently mention their enjoyment of the game's creativity and unique ideas but also note areas that need improvement or polishing.
    • Updated 9/17/2025, 12:01:45 AM UTC
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