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Should Palworld Players Wipe Their Data for 1.0 This Week? Pocketpair Offers Official Advice
IGN • • technology
Key Points:
- Palworld’s 1.0 update is set to launch around 12:30 pm Japan time on July 10, which corresponds to July 9 evening in the US and early morning in the UK, though the exact time is not confirmed.
- Existing players are advised they can continue with their current saves but are recommended to start fresh due to extensive game changes and new content in the update.
- Since its early 2024 release, Palworld has seen record-breaking sales and player numbers, leading to a partnership with Sony to expand the franchise and a PS5 release.
- Palworld has faced legal challenges from Nintendo and The Pokémon Company over alleged design similarities, with a lawsuit seeking damages and an injunction; a judgment is expected later this year.
- The 1.0 update will be substantial, featuring 27 pages of changes and additions as teased by the developer.
