Palworld Switch Port Unlikely, Not Due to Pokemon

While not ruling out a Switch version entirely, Palworld boss Takuro Mizobe has expressed concerns over technical difficulties with bringing the game to the Nintendo platform.

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Devs Pocketpair Has Nothing Concrete to Announce Yet

In a recent interview with Game File, Pocketpair CEO Takuro Mizobe discussed the challenges of porting Palworld to the Nintendo Switch and hinted at the game's future developments. Although Mizobe did not completely dismiss the idea of a Switch version, he highlighted significant technical hurdles. He mentioned ongoing discussions about potential new platforms for Palworld, but emphasized that Pocketpair currently has no concrete announcements to make.

Despite the high PC specifications required for Palworld, which pose challenges for a Switch port, Mizobe remains hopeful about expanding the game's reach. He noted in a recent statement, "Palworld’s specs on PC are higher than the Switch’s specs. So maybe it’s hard to port to Switch just for technical reasons."

Regarding future platform availability, Mizobe has not specified if Palworld will come to PlayStation, Nintendo, or mobile devices. In an earlier interview with Bloomberg, he confirmed that Pocketpair is exploring opportunities to bring the game to more platforms. Additionally, Mizobe indicated that the company is open to partnership or acquisition offers, though no buyout talks with Microsoft have been initiated.

Wants Palworld to Have More 'Ark' or 'Rust' Elements

In addition to platform discussions, Mizobe shared his vision for enhancing Palworld's multiplayer features. He described the upcoming arena mode as "kind of an experiment," paving the way for more multiplayer experiences. "My dream is to achieve a true PvP mode in Palworld," Mizobe stated, expressing his desire to incorporate elements similar to those found in popular survival games like Ark and Rust.

Both Ark and Rust feature challenging environments, deep resource management mechanics, and extensive player interactions, including forming alliances and tribes. In Ark, players face dangerous wildlife, such as dinosaurs, and environmental challenges like extreme weather and natural disasters. Rust presents similar challenges, including wildlife and radiation zones.

Palworld, developed by Pocketpair, has become a sensation in the gaming community since its launch. The game allows players to capture creatures called Pals, use them to build bases, and engage in survival and combat scenarios.

Palworld achieved a remarkable launch, selling 15 million copies on PC within its first month. On Xbox, where it is available through the Game Pass subscription service, the game attracted 10 million players. Looking ahead, Palworld is set to release the free Sakurajima update on Thursday, which will introduce a new island, the much-anticipated PvP arena, and more exciting features.