Palworld 1.0 is Probably Just the Tip of the Iceberg

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Since its initial release in Early Access at the start of 2024, Palworld has quickly become one of the most popular games in recent years. Following record-breaking player numbers on Steam and some debate with The Pokemon Company, fans have been eagerly awaiting the full version of Palworld.

Good news for fans! The developers of *Palworld*, Pocketpair Inc., have announced that the full version of the game, moving beyond its Early Access phase, is planned for release in 2026. Although a specific date hasn’t been revealed, this is great news for those who have been eagerly awaiting the complete game. This marks a significant milestone, and while it means the end of the Early Access period, it’s expected to kick off a new and exciting chapter for *Palworld*.

Palworld 1.0 is Unlikely to Mark the End of the Game’s Growth

Early Access Has Set Certain Expectations

Regular updates are typical for games in Early Access, as developers use them to improve and expand the game. But with *Palworld*, updates have become a core part of the game itself. While Pocketpair Inc. *could* stop releasing major updates after the full launch, it would be unexpected given how they’ve consistently used updates to keep players engaged. The release of *Palworld* 1.0 is a big step, and although it will include new content, it likely marks the beginning of a long period of continued support and additions to the game.

John Buckley, who handles communications and publishing at Pocketpair, has announced that the full release of *Palworld* (version 1.0) will include a significant amount of new content. Pocketpair also plans to keep players engaged beyond the initial release with ongoing updates and collaborations with other games and franchises.

With huge numbers of players on Steam and some recent disagreements with The Pokémon Company, fans have been eagerly awaiting the official launch of *Palworld*.

Pocketpair also revealed *Palworld: Palfarm*, a relaxing life simulation game set in the world of *Palworld*. Players will manage a farm and build relationships with the characters living in the town, creating a gameplay experience similar to *Animal Crossing* and *Stardew Valley*.

Palworld’s First Crossover Sets the Stage for More

  • Palworld‘s collaboration with Terraria, Tides of Terraria, was released on June 25 earlier this year.
  • The crossover introduced creatures, enemies, and weapons from Terraria to Palworld.

Terraria is a hugely popular independent game, and its recent collaboration with Palworld was a big deal for the monster-collecting survival game. Though it started as an indie title, Terraria has become a major force in gaming, and this partnership shows how bold Pocketpair is with its plans for future content.

Like Palworld 1.0, Palworld: Palfarm also does not have a set release date.

With the groundwork laid for future team-ups, it’s likely Palworld will add more collaborations once the full game is released. Before version 1.0, updates might be smaller, but after the full launch, there are many other indie games Palworld could potentially partner with.

It’s still unknown what other collaborations might happen in the future. While it’s possible Palworld could eventually partner with a major game franchise, that’s uncertain. For now, Palworld has some promising plans, and there’s a lot of potential for the game as it continues to develop beyond its early access phase.

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2025-09-23 23:22