Developer Pocketpair has exciting news for fans of their massively popular monster-catching game, Palworld. They've announced a new addition to their universe, titled Palworld! More Than Just Pals, a dating sim that promises to bring a touch of romance to the Palworld experience. Announced on March 31, this isn't an April Fools' Day prank, despite the timing raising some eyebrows among fans accustomed to such jests from game developers.
Pocketpair is keen to dispel any doubts, confirming that Palworld! More Than Just Pals is indeed a real project. Inspired by a playful April Fools' Day stunt in 2024, this game has evolved from a lighthearted tease into a full-fledged title set to launch on PC via Steam at a yet-to-be-announced date.
The dating sim introduces players to the world of Palagos Private Academy, where they enroll as a transfer student. Here, players can befriend and potentially fall in love with a diverse cast of student Pals, including characters like the "cute" and "mysterious" Katress and the "timid" Chillet. The game offers a unique blend of school life, friendship, and romance, with the freedom for players to choose their paths—whether it's maintaining friendships, pursuing romantic relationships, or taking a more... unconventional approach with their Pals.
To reassure fans, Bucky from the Palworld team took to social media to clarify, "> This doesn't concern April Fools :)".
As Palworld itself celebrated its one-year anniversary in January, the game continues to evolve with new updates. Recent additions include crossplay support, Blueprint upgrades, and a photo mode, keeping the community engaged while they await Palworld! More Than Just Pals. Meanwhile, fans hopeful for a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Palworld have something to look forward to, and there's even the possibility that the dating sim might make its way to the console in the future.
