Garena announces Palworld Online, a narrative mobile MMORPG bringing Palworld to iOS and Android — first new Pal revealed in official announcement
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Garena announces Palworld Online, a narrative mobile MMORPG bringing Palworld to iOS and Android — first new Pal revealed in official announcement

Garena has announced *Palworld Online*, a narrative mobile MMORPG set to launch on iOS and Android, featuring crafting, creature collecting, and multiplayer options. The first new Pal, an adorable blue creature, was revealed, sparking excitement among fans eager to learn more about its role in the game.

The Verge+1 source3 August 2026 · 19:05 UTC
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Garena has officially announced *Palworld Online*, a mobile MMORPG that brings the beloved creature-collecting franchise to iOS and Android.1

The game promises to retain the core features of the original, including crafting, creature collecting, and multiplayer options for co-op, PvP, and PvE gameplay.3

According to Garena, *Palworld Online* will introduce a new narrative setting with original story elements and expand the narrative with new side stories created exclusively for this version.4

The game will also feature a streamlined, touch-friendly interface with optional one-tap controls to enhance user experience on mobile devices.5

While a specific release date has not been announced, it is expected to launch later this year, potentially before other titles in the franchise.1112

The announcement also revealed a new Pal, an adorable blue creature that has captured the attention of fans, who are already speculating about its name, with many calling it “Baby Lunaris.”7

However, it remains unclear whether this new Pal will be exclusive to the mobile game or if it will eventually be added to the original *Palworld*.

As excitement builds, players are eager for more details about the creature's role and whether it will be catchable in the game.

For now, fans await further announcements from Garena or Pocketpair regarding the new Pal's official name and its potential integration into the original game.

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“Garena plans original story elements and exclusive side stories for the mobile MMO, alongside a streamlined touch interface with optional one-tap controls. Fans have already nicknamed the mysterious blue creature 'Baby Lunaris,' though it remains unconfirmed whether it is a catchable Pal or a mobile-exclusive creature.”
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The Verge
“After its 1.0 launch , *Palworld* is coming to iOS and Android with a new open-world MMORPG launching later this year, reports.”
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vice.comvice.com
“Pocketpair surprised players by announcing *Palworld Online*.”
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