Pocketpair has just confirmed that its open-world survival pet battler, Palworld, is getting an official trading card game, and it lands this July.

According to the official announcement, the Palworld TCG is launching on Thursday, July 30, 2026. It is being developed in collaboration with Bushiroad, a Japanese entertainment company known for producing “prominent trading card games.”
The official announcement describes the upcoming card game as a “2-player competitive card game where you can enjoy strategic and tactical battles through deploying various unique Pals.”
“Gathering Resources and Building Bases”
The official post clarifies that the survival element of Palworld will transfer over to the TCG. It states that “Players fight alongside their Pal companions, gathering resources, and building bases as they aim for victory.”
You aren’t just managing mana or energy, but actively constructing a board state that mimics a base. The announcement further notes that “dependable Pals will utilize their own unique traits.” This implies that Pals will have specific utility effects likely tied to their “work suitability” from the video game.
Release Date: Mark Your Calendars
Bushiroad confirmed that the Palworld Official Card Game is launching on July 30, 2026. This summer release puts the TCG in a prime window to capitalize on a time when many will enjoying the holiday season.
While the July 30 date is locked in, fans should watch for pre-order windows opening up in the coming weeks. Given the massive popularity of Palworld, it’s set to be the launch of the summer.
Will the TCG Live up to the Hype
Hype for the Palworld TCG is already high. By integrating resource gathering and base building directly into the rules, Bushiroad and Pocketpair aim to preserve the essence of the original gameplay.
Will you be picking up a starter deck on July 30?
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