Why Palworld Drops The Ball With Its New Weapon

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As a long-time gamer with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must say that the Feybreak update for Palworld has been quite the rollercoaster ride! Last year, this game caught my attention like a rare and exotic creature in the wild, with its unique blend of open-world survival and creature collection. The arrival of Feybreak only served to intensify my fascination, as it brought new islands, Terraria crossovers, and an impressive arsenal of weapons that expanded my options for pillaging the world around me.

However, one weapon in particular has left me feeling more frustrated than excited: the Katana. Now, I’ve wielded a fair share of swords in my gaming career, from the mighty Excalibur to the fearsome Master Sword, but the Katana feels like a letdown compared to its esteemed brethren. Instead of the fluid, sweeping motions that define a great sword, the Katana limits me to a single, albeit powerful, swipe. It’s as if I’m trying to slash through an invisible force field with every strike!

I’ve vented my frustrations on various gaming forums, and it seems I’m not alone in this sentiment. Fellow gamers express their disappointment with the Katana’s attack style, echoing my sentiments that it feels more like a letdown than a satisfying addition to our arsenal. It’s like trying to catch a fish with a tractor!

Despite its shortcomings, I still have hope for the Katana. Its raw power and relatively light weight make it useful in certain situations, much like that one friend who always shows up uninvited but brings a six-pack of beer. It’s not perfect, but it has its moments.

With Feybreak marking nearly a year for Palworld, I eagerly anticipate what the future holds for this game. If they can fine-tune the Katana and make it a formidable weapon, it could be the star of my collection. Until then, I’ll keep swinging, hoping to land that elusive, satisfying hit!

Oh, and if you’re wondering how I manage to play games with all these metaphors swirling in my head, well, let’s just say I have a very active imagination – or maybe I’ve played too many RPGs!

2024 saw Palworld ending the year on a high note with the release of its Feybreak update, introducing a wealth of new content for players to explore. As it approaches its first anniversary, Palworld made a strong start in 2023 by capturing the attention of many gamers as an unexpected early success. With its unique combination of open-world survival and creature collection, the game quickly gained popularity. The Feybreak update, which includes a new island, a crossover with Terraria, and numerous other enhancements, has further boosted the game’s success. Regrettably, one new weapon is not included in this extensive update.

Feybreak significantly boosts the weapon selection in Palworld with an array of enticing weapons, yet the Katana falls short against its fellow armaments. Although numerous aspects of this update have enhanced Palworld, the Katana lacks appeal. Initially, wielding a katana in the game’s environment seemed ideal; however, Pocketpair Inc. still needs to refine it to make it an enjoyable weapon for players.

Palworld’s New Katana Brings More Frustration Than Excitement

Early Feedback Regarding the Katana Points to Needed Improvements

Players of the game Palworld have expressed dissatisfaction about the katana since its launch, primarily due to its restricted attack style. Instead of allowing free hack-and-slash movements, players can only execute a strong but singular swipe. On a dedicated Reddit forum for Palworld, numerous players have voiced their discontent with the katana, with ThePoolGuyAZ stating, “The sword feels underwhelming to me.” TheGameMaster067 replied, “I appreciate having more melee weapons, but the single-stroke attack isn’t satisfying.” Many other players echoed these feelings, concluding that it’s one of the most disappointing weapons introduced in Feybreak.

New Weapons Added in Palworld’s Feybreak Update

  • Katana
  • Makeshift SMG
  • Makeshift Assault Rifle
  • Makeshift Shotgun
  • Old Revolver
  • SMG
  • Semi-Auto Rifle
  • Semi-Auto Shotgun
  • Laser Gatling Gun
  • Plasma Cannon
  • Compound Bow
  • Advanced Bow
  • Beam Sword
  • Elemental Grenades

It appears that the Feybreak update has introduced a plethora of fresh weapons to enhance a player’s collection, and among these, long-range options such as the Advanced Bow have left a more favorable impression compared to the Katana. On Reddit, Exotic-Mushroom expressed dissatisfaction with the sword, labeling it impractical due to its mechanical shortcomings, making it essentially unusable.

Palworld’s Katana Still Has an Upside

Although some may find the Katana challenging due to its complexity, it remains a potent sword, categorized as a common item. Landing a successful strike with it can inflict substantial damage, however, achieving that hit is often more difficult in practice than in theory. Additionally, unlike many other weapons, it’s relatively lightweight, offering an advantage in this regard. In the realm of fresh and innovative weapons such as the new Pals, Palworld has introduced a significant upgrade. However, to truly shine among its strong features, the Katana may require some fine-tuning.

Following Feybreak’s launch, Palworld hit over 212,000 concurrent players on Steam.

Feybreak Marks a New Chapter for Palworld

Now that Palworld has almost completed its first year, Feybreak was a powerful way to end 2024 for the game. This update promises a bright 2025 for Palworld if it continues to bring great content with its future upgrades. However, there is still plenty of room to improve, and a more satisfying katana could be a solid start. The melee weapon has the potential to be a fan favorite, but its strange single-slash attack may keep it from having a loyal following.

As a seasoned gamer with years of experience under my belt, I eagerly anticipate what lies ahead for Palworld as we move into the new year. Although some may find the introduction of the Katana less than satisfying, I remain optimistic that it could be refined and improved in the future, given the developers’ track record and my own faith in their ability to listen to community feedback. The potential for growth and evolution within this game continues to excite me, and I look forward to diving back into its vibrant world to see what new adventures await.

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2025-01-02 01:44