Garena Announces Palworld Online for iOS and Android in 2026
Garena has revealed Palworld Online, a new multiplayer survival adventure set to launch on iOS and Android in 2026. Developed and published by Garena under an official license from Pocketpair, the game aims to bring the essence of the original Palworld to mobile platforms.
Unlike a simple port, Palworld Online is designed as a large-scale multiplayer experience tailored for mobile devices. It transforms the creature-collecting survival concept into a massively multiplayer online game with an open world, shared progression, and group play mechanics.
Garena president Terry Zhao expressed the company’s commitment to preserving the depth and freedom of Palworld while enhancing the mobile experience for players to connect and explore together. The collaboration with Pocketpair aims to deliver a seamless transition from PC to mobile.
Pocketpair CEO Takuro Mizobe praised Garena’s expertise in global mobile publishing and live operations, highlighting the partnership’s potential to bring a new Palworld experience to players worldwide.
The game introduces a fresh narrative setting with original and exclusive side stories, inviting players to delve into a vast interconnected world with their Pals. Multiplayer features prominently, allowing players to form groups, build settlements, and engage in cooperative and competitive activities.
The mobile-first approach includes touch-friendly controls and streamlined gameplay mechanics tailored for handheld play. The game is optimized to run on a wide range of phone specifications without compromising the depth of the original title.
Palworld initially launched on PC in early access in 2024 and gained popularity for its unique gameplay elements. The mobile version represents a significant shift towards a more heavily multiplayer structure, emphasizing shared worlds and persistent group settlements.
The involvement of Garena underscores the company’s expertise in operating large-scale mobile titles and delivering long-term player engagement. The mobile version of Palworld is poised to offer a distinct experience while retaining the core pillars of the original game.
Set to release in 2026, Palworld Online promises an immersive multiplayer experience on iOS and Android, catering to both existing fans and new players looking to explore the captivating world of Palworld.