Palworld will make the leap to its version 1.0 in 2026 and will remain available on Xbox Game Pass

Palworld moves towards its final version and will remain available on Xbox Game Pass.

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The Palworld phenomenon has kept a lower profile in recent months, especially after the legal disputes that Pocketpair had with Nintendo. However, the Japanese studio is back in the news with an important announcement: the game will exit its early access in 2026, when the version 1.0 will be launched.

The team has explained that this release will be accompanied by a “massive update” that will serve as a bridge to the final version. In a message addressed to the community, the game’s developers wanted to show their gratitude:

“Once again, we want to express our sincerest gratitude to all the fans who continue to support Palworld and Pocketpair. Your support motivates us to give our best and make the game even better.”

Palworld will remain active on Xbox Game Pass until the final launch

As the final version approaches, players who enjoy Palworld on Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Game Preview can rest easy: Pocketpair has confirmed that several surprises will arrive this year. The studio’s intention is to continue communicating more openly with the community and keep the game alive with regular updates.

• It’s worth remembering that the last major update added crossplay between Xbox, PC, and PS5, one of the most demanded features by players. Now the focus is on 2026, when Palworld will debut as a complete version and will no longer carry the early access label.

Everything points to the transition to version 1.0 being very important, not only for the game’s future but also to strengthen its position within the Xbox Game Pass catalog, where it has been one of the most played titles since its launch.