Palworld Dating Sim Confirmed: No April Fools' Prank, Says Developer

Developer Pocketpair has exciting news for fans of its massively popular monster-catching game, Palworld. The team has announced a new addition to their universe with Palworld! More Than Just Pals, a dating sim that promises to bring a touch of romance into the mix. Announced on March 31, 2025, this isn't an April Fools' Day prank but a genuine expansion to the Palworld series.

Given the timing, many fans initially took the announcement with skepticism, expecting it to be another humorous April Fools' gag. However, Pocketpair has firmly stated that Palworld! More Than Just Pals is a real project, inspired by their 2024 April Fools' Day stunt that initially introduced the concept as a jest. Now, it's set to become a reality, available on PC via Steam at a yet-to-be-announced date.

This dating sim will immerse players in the world of Palagos Private Academy, where they'll enroll as a transfer student. The game offers a unique blend of friendship and romance with a cast of student Pals, including characters like the "cute" and "mysterious" Katress and the "timid" Chillet, drawn from Palworld's existing roster. The narrative allows players to decide their relationships with these Pals, ranging from deep friendships and romantic entanglements to more...unconventional choices.

Pocketpair's official statement emphasizes the authenticity of this project, reassuring fans that this is no April Fools' trick. Bucky from the Palworld team even tweeted to clarify, "This doesn't concern April Fools :)."

As Palworld itself continues to evolve, celebrating its one-year anniversary and introducing updates like crossplay support, Blueprint upgrades, and photo mode, fans have plenty to look forward to. While there's hope for a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Palworld, the anticipation for Palworld! More Than Just Pals adds another layer of excitement, with hopes it might also reach the console in the future.

This innovative addition to the Palworld universe showcases Pocketpair's commitment to expanding their game world in unexpected and engaging ways, ensuring that fans remain captivated by the adventures and relationships within Palagos Private Academy.