On Tuesday, July 9, 2026, Bushiroad Co., Ltd. announced that the planned worldwide distribution of the first expansion pack, “Dawn of Palpagos”, for the new Pal World Official Card Game, has now surpassed the 3.5 million pack mark. The success reflects fans’ great interest in the Palworld universe, which extends from the popular video game to the collectible card format.
Details about the first expansion ‘Dawn of Palpagos’
The first expansion for the Pal World Official Card Game is now available to players. This release adds over 50 new “Pals” cards, all featuring original, never-before-seen artwork in the game.
In addition to the “Pals”, characters known and loved by fans of the original game, such as Zoe and Lily, were also included as playable cards. The expansion pack can be combined with the two test decks released on the same day, offering an expanded gameplay experience.
- Global Release: The expansion launched simultaneously worldwide on Thursday, July 30, 2026, with versions available in Japanese, English, and Simplified Chinese.
- Price (Japanese version): Each pack, which contains seven cards, has a suggested price of 440 yen (with tax). A display box with 12 packages costs 5,280 yen. For large volumes, a larger box containing 12 displays sells for 63,360 yen.
How the official Pal World card game works
The Pal World Official Card Game is a new title from Bushiroad that expands the acclaimed universe of the global hit “Palworld” into the card format. This game is designed for two players, who take control of “Pals” with varying abilities, engaging in strategic battles.
The gameplay experience has been carefully developed to recreate many elements found in the original video game. This includes using cards to represent “Pals”, “Gears”, “Events” and “Buildings”. The vast collection of cards allows players to simulate aspects of Palworld, offering high freedom and strategic depth.
The game was released globally, with availability in Japanese, English and Simplified Chinese languages.
What is the Palworld phenomenon
“Palworld” is an acclaimed open-world survival and building game that incorporates monster farming elements. The title supports up to 32 players in multiplayer mode and takes place in a vast universe inhabited by enigmatic creatures known as “Pals”.
Players have the freedom to explore this expansive world, where they can interact with the “Pals” in a variety of ways, from capturing and raising them to making them fight or work. This dynamic of cooperation and adventure with the “Pals” defines the game’s immersive experience.
