Palworld
2024 · Open World Survival Craft · PC / Steam
Palworld launched like a rocket and landed somewhere more complicated. The creature-collecting survival craft formula is a blast, especially with friends, and the initial rush of exploring, capturing Pals, and building bases is hard to beat. But the game's early access status shows in its rough edges, from terrain navigation issues to systems that need more polish. The massive player count drop after launch was inevitable for a game that frontloads its best moments, and the ongoing legal situation adds uncertainty to its future. What's here right now is an entertaining ride that burns bright and fast.