Palworld developer Pocketpair is gearing up for a significant crossplay update slated for release in late March 2025. In a recent post on X/Twitter, Pocketpair confirmed that this update will introduce multiplayer functionality across all platforms, alongside the exciting addition of world transfer for Pals. While the announcement was light on specifics, a promotional image showcased a variety of Palworld characters engaged in battle with a formidable Pal.
John 'Bucky' Buckley, Pocketpair's Communications Director and Publishing Manager, hinted at "a few little surprises" that will accompany the March update, adding an extra layer of anticipation for fans. This news comes as a welcome development for the 32 million players who have embraced Palworld since its early access debut in January 2024. The studio has outlined a robust content roadmap for 2025, which includes the eagerly awaited crossplay feature, an "ending scenario," and further new content for the highly popular creature-catching survival game.
Since its launch on Steam for $30 and its simultaneous availability on Game Pass for Xbox and PC a year ago, Palworld has shattered sales records and achieved unprecedented concurrent player counts. Pocketpair's CEO, Takuro Mizobe, acknowledged the overwhelming success, noting that the game's launch generated profits so massive that the developer initially struggled to manage them. In response to this success, Pocketpair quickly moved to expand Palworld's reach by signing a deal with Sony to establish Palworld Entertainment, a new venture focused on expanding the IP and bringing the game to the PS5.
However, the game's success has not been without challenges. Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have filed a lawsuit against Pocketpair, alleging infringement on "multiple" patent rights and seeking "an injunction against infringement and compensation for damages." In response, Pocketpair has identified the patents in question and made adjustments to how players summon Pals in the game. The studio remains steadfast, vowing to defend its position in court against Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, stating, “We will continue to assert our position in this case through future legal proceedings.”
