Garena has announced Palworld Online, a ‘large-scale’ multiplayer survival adventure game currently in development under licensing from Pocketpair. It will be available for iOS and Android in 2026. Palworld Reaches 40 Million Total Players!
Expanding to an MMO Ecosystem
Developed and published by Garena, Palworld Online reimagines the depth, freedom, and scale of the original PC survival creature-collecting title for mobile. As an officially licensed title, it introduces a new narrative setting with original story elements, while expanding into a Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO) ecosystem. Palworld Online features a seamless open world where players can explore interconnected regions with their Pals.
Cooperative Gameplay and Shared Settlements
Online multiplayer allows players to meet others, form groups, and build shared settlements together. Both cooperative PvE encounters and competitive PvP matches will be available. Together with their friends, players can establish a shared home base that grows into a collaborative hub for crafting, defence, and daily life. In addition to the original story and unique lore, Palworld Online will also expand the narrative with new side stories created exclusively for this version…
Executive Quotes and Industry Partnerships
Working closely with Pocketpair, we are focused on preserving the depth, immersion, and freedom that define Palworld, while thoughtfully optimising the experience for mobile play, said Garena president Terry Zhao. Pocketpair CEO Takuro Mizobe added, Garena has extensive experience in global publishing, localization, and live operations for mobile games. We are pleased to work with Garena on the licensed development of Palworld Online and look forward to seeing a new Palworld experience brought to players worldwide.
Technical Optimization for Mobile Platforms
Optimized specifically for mobile play, Palworld Online features a streamlined, touch-friendly interface with optional one-tap controls, making base planning, construction, relocation, and Pal deployment easier to manage on handheld devices, without sacrificing depth or flexibility. The game is designed to retain its depth and flexibility across a wide range of phone specifications.a
Sources Quoted
Information and direct quotes were gathered from Gematsu (via official Garena press releases), Vice, and official Pocketpair Inc. game news updates.
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