You can play Palworld on Steam, on Xbox, in Game Pass, and starting today on PS5. But what about multiplayer? MeinMMO explains what you need to know about multiplayer, servers, and crossplay.
Do you want to play Palworld in multiplayer but don’t know what to consider? MeinMMO explains what you should know before jumping into a match with friends. We will explain how to create a match, with which platforms crossplay works, and which progress you can carry over.
With the big Sakurajima update for Palworld, a lot of content has been added to Palworld, which we also want to address.
Will Palworld work the same on PS5? MeinMMO assumes that all information contained in this article also applies to the PS5 version.
Palworld: Multiplayer Guide Overview:
- Palworld: Crossplay
- Multiplayer: PvE, PvP, and Progress
- Palworld: Current PvP Content
- Palworld: Server or Coop Game
- Palworld: Create Coop Game or Multiplayer Game
Last updates: 03/19/2025, 03/05/2025, 02/14/25, 03/19/24, 01/29/24, 01/22/24, 09/25/24
Palworld: Crossplay with PC, PS5, Xbox, and Game Pass
Is there crossplay? On March 19, 2025, the Update 0.50 for Palworld was released. Now crossplay is supposed to be available for all platforms.
Yes, there is crossplay, but there are a few restrictions you need to consider (as of March 5, 2025):
- PC and Xbox: Players on Xbox Series X|S can play together with players who started their game on PC via Game Pass.
- Steam and Xbox: Xbox and the Steam version of Palworld can now play together since the update.
- PS5 and PC: Crossplay between the PS5 and PC versions of Palworld should also be possible since update 0.50. More info on the PS5 version of Palworld can be found on MeinMMO.
- PS5 and Xbox: Crossplay between PS5 and Xbox Series X|S is now possible in Palworld.
- Steam and Game Pass: Crossplay between the Steam version and players with Game Pass is currently possible.
Developer Pocket Pair announced on the occasion of the 1st anniversary of Palworld that they plan to work on a crossplay feature across all devices for the release. Now they have fulfilled their promise.
Multiplayer – PvE, PvP, and Progress
Does Palworld offer multiplayer? Yes, you can play Palworld both in single-player and multiplayer. You can also play offline alone. The best tips for Palworld can be found on MeinMMO.
What multiplayer options are there? At the current time (as of March 5, 2025), you can play Palworld in the following ways:
- In coop with up to 4 players.
- On a server with up to 32 players. Here you can choose between different regions, such as EU, NA, or China.
- With the arena, Palworld also now offers PvP content, functioning as 4v4 matches where each player can bring three Pals per player.
What you should consider in multiplayer:
- All progress is saved by the host. If the host deletes the game, your character is gone.
- Your character is saved in the host’s game. If you rejoin a match, all progress of your character (level, inventory, technology, Paldex) is retained.
- You cannot carry a character from single-player to multiplayer. This is expected to come later as an update.
- Steam achievements work for the host, for the teammates only the achievements for the bosses at the moment.
- Server settings can be changed by the host as often as desired before each start. Therefore, you can also make your game easier or harder later.
- In the future, it should also be possible to transfer captured Pals between servers.
If you have problems and difficulties with multiplayer in Palworld, please check the following guide directly on MeinMMO:
Palworld: All Current PvP Content
What kind of PvP does Palworld offer? With the Sakurajima update, Palworld has received a PvP arena. This serves as a fun additional mode without leaderboards.
The arena offers 4v4 matches, where each player can bring three Pals per player. Additionally, players can bring their best and favorite weapons. All items consumed in the arena (ammunition, consumables) will be fully refunded upon leaving the match.
Palworld: Server or Coop Game?
Choose Server: The official servers are hosted by Palworld, and the performance is handled by the provider. However, you cannot freely choose with which players you play there. Depending on the selected region, the ping of your connection can be very high. All admin commands for your server in Palworld can be found in the following article.
Hosting Server: With the Steam version, you can also host private servers. Currently, you have two options:
- Either you host the game on your own gaming PC. However, the server will shut down every time you turn off your PC.
- Or you can choose a dedicated hosting provider, where you rent a place for yourself. Prices vary between 10 and 15 euros.
Since the Sakurajima update, there are finally dedicated servers for Xbox and Game Pass users.
Palworld Server Minimum Requirements for 1-8 Players
| CPU | Processor with 4 cores |
| Memory | 16 GB + 1 GB for each additional player |
| Network | UDP Port 8211 |
| Storage | 30 GB, SSD preferred; slow storage may corrupt save data |
| Operating System | Windows 64bit or Linux 64bit (e.g., Ubuntu) |
Dedicated Server vs Community Server:
- Dedicated Server: You host the client independently from the game. Players connect to it via an IP address and port. You can create the game privately or publicly.
- Community Server: Similar to a dedicated server, but the game is listed in the official server lists of Palworld. This allows it to be displayed in the game’s client section in the general server list that players can join.
Hosting Coop Game: You host coop games privately on your computer, but it requires fast hardware. You can invite players to your private match. Up to 4 players are possible simultaneously.
Server or Coop: If you prefer a stable connection and want to play with friends or people you know, then you should create a coop match. However, keep in mind that progress is only saved by the host.
Hosting Multiplayer Game – Requirements and Settings
You need to consider: If you want to host a multiplayer game, the creator (host) must bear the entire performance of the game. If you do not have enough processing power, you can also reduce certain settings of the server, such as how many Pals spawn when and how often, or how many resources can be lying around. The system requirements of Palworld in detail can be found explained in detail on MeinMMO.
Create a New Multiplayer Game:
- Select “Start Game” from the main menu.
- In the next menu, select a world or press “create new world.”
- Enter a world name and confirm it.
- In the next menu, slide the slider for “Multiplayer” from “Off” to “On.” Now multiplayer is activated.
- In the next step, you can choose a preset difficulty level or customize your settings.
- Now click on confirm and confirm the following prompt as well.
- In the next step, create your character.
- Once you are in the game, press Escape, and then you will see the main menu. Here you will see the invitation code in the upper right corner.
- Your friends press “Join Multiplayer Game (Invitation Code)” in the main menu and can enter your code there.
- If everything works out, your teammates will then enter the character creation.
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