Palworld PC Specs & Requirements

February 09, 2024

Palworld is a new and extremely popular multiplayer, open-world survival and crafting game that was released on January 19th 2024.

Developed and published by Pocketpair, the game sees players deciding whether “to peacefully live alongside mysterious creatures known as Pals or risk their life to drive off a ruthless poaching syndicate.” As the environment can be very unforgiving, sometimes players will be forced to make difficult decisions… “even if that means eating [their] own Pals when the time comes.”

As with any modern game release, knowing the system requirements necessary to run the game at optimal settings is vital for having an enjoyable gameplay experience. In this article, we’ll explore the PC specs required to run Palworld, as well as provide recommendations for those looking to upgrade their current setup. 

So, read on to discover what hardware you will need to immerse yourself amongst your creature companions.

Palworld Minimum Requirements

• Processor: i5-3570K 3.4 GHz 4 Core
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 (2GB)
• Storage: 40 GB available space

To get Palworld up and running at 1080p resolution, with most settings on low but hitting a decent 30 FPS, Pocketpair says you don't need a particularly powerful PC. 

These specs are very typical of a lot of modern releases. Both the CPU and GPU options are a good few generations old now so most gaming PCs made within the last 8 or so years should be able to handle getting the game up and running. 

One area your system may be lacking, however, is having 16GB of RAM. This is a very inexpensive and simple upgrade though, so make sure to add a second stick if you currently only have 8GB.

Another area that will need attention is the storage space required to install the game. Even though 40GB isn’t overly substantial, consider upgrading your system with an SSD for faster load times, even if it's a small one.

If your PC just meets these specifications, however, you will need to be content with the lowest settings. You’ll only be able to play at around 1080p at 30 FPS with pretty much all the settings on low, which is fine if you’re playing on a small monitor, but if you’re trying to play on a larger monitor or even a TV, it’s not going to look great. 

Image credit: Pocketpair

Palworld Recommended Requirements

• Processor: i9-9900K 3.6 GHz 8 Core
• Memory: 32 GB RAM
• Graphics: GeForce RTX 2070
• Storage: 40 GB available space

According to Pocketpair, systems that fall within these recommended specifications will provide a solid gameplay experience at 1080p, increasing framerates to a smooth 60FPS, whilst also upgrading visual integrity to medium or even high.

These recommended specs aren’t too big of a jump from the minimum requirements, with most components a only single generation younger being suggested. However, upgrading to an RTX Nvidia GPU will provide access to other beneficial features such as DLSS technology that helps improve visual fidelity. 

Like before, one area your system may be lacking is having 32GB of RAM. Doubling from 16GB is quite a big jump, but getting there shouldn’t be too expensive of an upgrade.

Image credit: Pocketpair

What do you need to play Palworld at higher resolutions?

To enjoy a game like Palworld at higher resolutions like 4K, all while having graphical settings on high, these are the specs we think your system will need to hit at the very minimum.

• Processor: Intel i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
• Memory: 32 GB RAM
• Graphics: Nvidia RTX 3080 or AMD RX 6900XT
• Storage: 40 GB available space

If you have the budget and want to enjoy fighting in space at a glistening 4K with graphics settings at ultra, then you’ll need a decent PC to do so.

To power that 4K experience, however, we need a powerful GPU and in the newly released Nvidia RTX 4080 Super we have the perfect solution. It’s one of the most powerful graphics cards Nvidia has ever made and it will find playing Palworld at 4K an absolute cakewalk.

With full support for DLSS, it can drive up frame rates in supported games even more, and it even has some impressive ray tracing support in compatible games such as this. Plus, its 16GB of VRAM makes it future-proofed against any advances in gaming technology in the years to come.

Image credit: Pocketpair

Conclusion

Palworld’s various system requirements provide options for all budgets. While meeting the minimum requirements will allow you to play the game at decent framerates, upgrading to a more powerful Chillblast PC will enhance your gaming experience, especially if you aim to play at higher resolutions and settings.

To explore a wide range of gaming PCs suitable for Palworld and other titles, visit the Chillblast gaming PC selection here. Whether you prefer a budget-friendly option or a high-end gaming powerhouse, you'll find options to suit your gaming needs.