Pocketpair Confirms Palworld Dating Sim Development

Pocketpair, the developer behind the hit survival game Palworld, has confirmed that its long-teased dating sim spinoff, Palworld More Than Just Pals, is now in active development. The announcement came via a video released on April Fools Day, where company executives emphasized the project's legitimacy despite the timing.

In the video, Pocketpair founder and CEO Takuro Mizobe and head of publishing John "Bucky" Buckley discussed the game's origins as an annual April Fools gag that began two years ago. Buckley initially expressed reluctance, citing the studio's focus on Palworld's upcoming 1.0 release, but the pair revealed plans to hire additional developers with expertise in dating sims to ensure the project does not divert resources from the main title. Mizobe appeared casual, playing the upcoming Slay the Spire 2 on a handheld device during the presentation. The video transitioned to early gameplay footage, showcasing interactions with characters including human transfer student Zoe and Pals such as Chillet Ignis, Tarantriss, Katress, and Saya. Buckley concluded by stating simply, "It's real," dispelling any lingering doubts.

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