Pocketpair continues to expand its popular survival game despite ongoing legal challenges from Nintendo, with an ambitious crossover that brings two gaming worlds together in unexpected ways.
Terraria Monsters Join the Palworld Universe
Pocketpair has revealed exciting new details about the upcoming Tides of Terraria crossover event scheduled for summer 2025. This collaboration between two of gaming's most successful survival titles will be significantly more substantial than a typical update, forming part of Palworld's v0.6 release. Players will be able to catch, train, battle with, and employ Terraria monsters just as they would with native Pals, bringing the pixel creatures from Re-Logic's beloved crafting game into Palworld's distinctive ecosystem. The crossover represents a major expansion to Palworld's gameplay rather than merely a cosmetic addition.
Palworld: Tides of Terraria Update Details
- Release window: Summer 2025
- Part of: Palworld v0.6
- Key features: Catchable Terraria monsters, new Pals, new islands
- Current promotion: 25% off on Steam until May 19, 2025
Expansion Beyond Just Monsters
The Tides of Terraria update isn't limited to introducing new creatures. Pocketpair has confirmed that the summer release will also include additional Pals and entirely new islands to explore, expanding the game world significantly. These additions were already part of Palworld's 2025 roadmap, but their integration with the Terraria crossover suggests a cohesive design approach that weaves the new content seamlessly into the existing game. While specific details remain limited, Pocketpair promises to share more information about the update over the next few weeks through their social media channels.
Development Continues Despite Legal Challenges
What makes this substantial update particularly notable is that it comes amid Pocketpair's ongoing legal battle with Nintendo. The Pokémon Company has accused Pocketpair of patent infringement, forcing the developer to modify certain game mechanics. Recently, this included removing the ability to use Pals as gliders, which Pocketpair described as another compromise in response to Nintendo's lawsuit. Despite these challenges, the team continues to develop new content and forge partnerships with other game studios, demonstrating resilience in the face of legal pressure.
Ongoing Developments
- Nintendo lawsuit status: Active, forcing gameplay modifications
- Recent changes: Removal of Pal glider mechanics
- Roadmap adherence: Update aligns with previously announced 2025 plans
Potential Reciprocal Content
While the announcement primarily focuses on Terraria content coming to Palworld, there are indications that the collaboration might work both ways. A teaser from November suggests that Re-Logic might incorporate Palworld elements into a Terraria update as well. Given Terraria's existing mechanics that allow players to summon minions for combat assistance, Pals would integrate naturally into its gameplay systems. However, Re-Logic has not yet made an official announcement regarding any Palworld content coming to Terraria.
Limited-Time Discount Available
For players who haven't yet experienced Palworld but are intrigued by the upcoming crossover, Pocketpair is currently offering the game at a 25% discount on Steam until May 19, 2025, as part of the Creature Collector Fest sale. This temporary price reduction provides an opportunity for new players to join the community before the substantial summer update arrives.