Pocketpair has revealed Palworld Official Card Game, a two-player competitive trading card game based on its popular survival crafting title. Set for release on July 30, 2026, in collaboration with Bushiroad, the game emphasizes strategic battles with unique Pals. This announcement comes amid an ongoing legal dispute with Nintendo over patent infringement.
Pocketpair, the developer behind the 2024 monster-catching survival game Palworld, has announced an official card game spin-off. Titled Palworld Official Card Game, it is scheduled for release on July 30, 2026, and will be produced in partnership with Bushiroad. The game draws directly from Palworld's core mechanics, which propelled it to become only the second title to surpass two million concurrent players on Steam upon its debut.
Described as a two-player competitive card game, Palworld Official Card Game allows players to engage in strategic and tactical battles by deploying various unique Pals. Participants will fight alongside their Pal companions, gathering resources and building bases to achieve victory. The Pals, portrayed as adorable and dependable, will leverage their own unique traits to guide players toward success. As per the official description: "Team up with your trusty Pals and experience the thrill of overcoming formidable enemies through this exciting trading card game."
A brief teaser trailer has been released, showcasing the game's concept, though specific card details and pricing information remain undisclosed. Pocketpair has encouraged followers on the Palworld Discord server to stay tuned for further updates.
This development occurs against the backdrop of Palworld's legal challenges. The game is currently involved in a dispute with Nintendo, accused of infringing on Pokémon-related game design patents. However, recent proceedings have favored Pocketpair, including a rejection of Nintendo's patent in October, which may bolster the studio's position as it expands the Palworld franchise.