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Should Palworld Players Wipe Their Data for 1.0 This Week? Pocketpair Offers Official Advice

Pocketpair has issued official guidance on whether players should wipe their data ahead of the highly anticipated Palworld 1.0 update.

By · Published July 6, 2026 at 12:26 UTC · Updated July 9, 2026 at 18:29 UTC

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  4. Peak measured velocity The recorded velocity reached 7.
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Source diversity sample: Gamereactor UK · en.softonic.com · Eurogamer.net · Mobalytics · IMDb · GamingBolt · DLCompare.com · IGN Nordic.

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📍 Where it landed

Pocketpair announced that Palworld 1.0 would launch on July 10, introducing features such as offshore base building and revamped raid mechanics. The developer stated that while players do not need to wipe their data, they really should.

Epilogue added 44d ago, after coverage quieted.

Answered

Do players have to wipe their data for the 1.0 update?

According to IGN Nordic, the developer stated that players do not need to wipe their data, though they are advised that they really should.

What new features are included in Palworld 1.0?

New additions include offshore base building, revamped raid mechanics, drones, and a sanctuary overhaul.

Who is the developer providing the advice?

The official advice is being provided by Pocketpair.

Where it stands

Pocketpair is preparing for the release of Palworld 1.0, which will introduce offshore base building, revamped raid mechanics, and a sanctuary overhaul. The developer has provided an approximate release time for the update.

Coverage from IGN and IGN Nordic emphasizes a contradiction in official advice: while players are not required to wipe their data, the developer suggests that they really should. Other reports from GamingBolt and DLCompare.com focus on new gameplay elements, including drones and rare Pals.

Attention is now on the specific release timing for the 1.0 update and how players will implement the recommended data wipes.

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