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Updated · Gematsu · Jul 8
Palworld Tops 40 Million Players as Version 1.0 Lands July 10
Updated
Updated · Gematsu · Jul 8

Palworld Tops 40 Million Players as Version 1.0 Lands July 10

3 articles · Updated · Gematsu · Jul 8

Summary

  • More than 40 million players have tried Palworld during 2.5 years in Early Access, giving Pocketpair a major milestone just before the full launch.
  • July 10 is set for the 1.0 release across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Xbox One and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store, ending the game's long Early Access run.
  • Palworld first launched on Xbox and PC on Jan. 19, 2024, expanded to PlayStation 5 on Sept. 24, 2024, and has also been available through Game Pass.
  • A 30% Steam discount and a commemorative update video accompany the announcement, as Pocketpair pushes what it calls a deeper, definitive version of the game.

Insights

With its full launch this week, can Palworld's new endgame and crossplay features sustain its phenomenal early success?
Is Palworld's 'clone-and-evolve' strategy a new blueprint for indie developers to challenge established gaming giants?
How did Palworld neutralize Nintendo's lawsuit while building a 40 million player franchise?