Introduction
The game Palworld has experienced a remarkable sales performance, achieving five million sales within a mere five days. This surge in revenue has placed the game’s developer, Pocketpair, in an enviable financial position, providing them with ample resources to continue the development of Palworld for an extended period. The success of the game, often referred to as “Pokémon with guns,” has given the early access developer a substantial financial runway, ensuring that the game can be enhanced and expanded upon for years to come.
Early Access Roadmap for Palworld
Pocketpair’s immediate focus for Palworld is on addressing bug fixes and critical issues. The developer is also working on improvements to the base Pal AI and pathing to enhance the gameplay experience. As part of their early access roadmap, Pocketpair has outlined several big feature additions that are set to enrich the Palworld universe.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| PvP | Player versus Player combat, a highly anticipated feature, is currently being tested internally. |
| Pal Arena | A dedicated PvP arena for Pals, providing a new combat experience. |
| Trading Pals | Enabling players to trade Pals with others in different worlds, potentially outside of multiplayer sessions. |
| Building System Updates | Significant enhancements to the building mechanics of the game. |
| Raid Bosses | Endgame content that requires guild members to cooperate in order to succeed. |
| Server/Save Transfers | Facilitating the transition of save files between singleplayer and multiplayer modes. |
| Xbox and Steam Crossplay | Working towards enabling cross-platform play between Xbox and Steam users. |
| Steam Workshop Support | Integration of Steam Workshop to allow for community-created mods post-launch. |
| New Islands | Expansion of the game world with the addition of new islands to explore. |
Pocketpair’s Future Plans for Palworld
Pocketpair has ambitious plans for the future of Palworld, aiming to introduce a variety of new features and content that will further enhance the game’s survival and exploration elements. The developer is committed to expanding the Pal roster with new monsters, adding new areas and dungeons for exploration, and introducing new buildings and items to enrich the survival experience. Additionally, new technologies are on the horizon, promising to bring innovative gameplay mechanics to Palworld.
- New monsters to expand the Pal roster
- New areas and dungeons for enhanced exploration
- New buildings and items for survival gameplay
- Innovative new technologies
Duration of Early Access for Palworld
Palworld is expected to remain in early access for at least one year. Pocketpair has stated that the duration of this period may be extended depending on the development progress. Conversely, if the game reaches a satisfactory state, the developer may decide to proceed with an official release ahead of schedule.
Potential Pricing Changes After Early Access
As Palworld progresses through its early access phase, Pocketpair has indicated that there is a possibility of a price increase upon the game’s official release. While not definitive, this potential change in pricing is something that prospective players should be aware of as the game continues to evolve.
How frequently will Palworld be updated
While Pocketpair has not specified a regular schedule for updates, they have demonstrated a commitment to addressing issues promptly, as evidenced by a hotfix released on January 19. The developer has also acknowledged the receipt of over 50,000 inquiries, likely including bug and crash reports, and is actively working on resolving serious bugs affecting server access, multiplayer functionality, and saved data. This suggests that while new features may take some time to be added, updates to fix critical issues will be a priority.
We’ve received over 50,000 inquiries, and we’re working hard to fix serious bugs. Thank you for your patience!
— Pocketpair @Palworld_EN (@Palworld_EN)
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