Palworld’s Server Maintenance Costs Could Bankrupt Developer, Pocketpair

In a tweet, Mizobe humorously expressed his worries about the server fees, sharing an image that showcased the rapidly increasing costs of Palworld’s server maintenance. The monthly expenses required to keep the game’s servers running are a significant burden for the company.

Commitment to Player Experience: Prioritizing Server Stability

Despite the financial challenges, Pocketpair remains dedicated to providing a seamless gaming experience for its players. Palworld’s lead network engineer, Chujo Hiroto, emphasized their commitment to ensuring uninterrupted service for players, regardless of the cost.

Hiroto explained that the team has spared no expense in setting up servers that can handle the game’s demands. Their priority is to prioritize server stability over cost considerations, ensuring players can enjoy the game without disruptions.

The High Cost of Palworld’s Server Maintenance

The image attached to Mizobe’s tweet indicated that the current month’s server costs had risen by 359%, amounting to a staggering $478,000. Assuming this figure represents the monthly cost of running Palworld’s servers, it translates to an annual expense of nearly $6 million USD.

Both Mizobe and Hiroto imply that the costs are indeed as significant as they appear. The financial burden on Pocketpair is substantial, but they are determined to provide a seamless gaming experience for their millions of players.

Palworld’s Unprecedented Success and Player Base

Palworld’s unprecedented success has contributed to the financial strain on Pocketpair. Within weeks of its launch, the game surpassed popular titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, and Elden Ring, becoming the biggest Steam launch in history.

The game’s popularity is evident as it rapidly approaches PUBG’s world record for the highest concurrent player count. Recent statistics revealed that Palworld amassed 19 million players in just two weeks, making it the largest third-party Xbox Game Pass launch ever.

Future Support from Microsoft

Looking ahead, Microsoft has pledged support to Pocketpair by enabling dedicated servers for the Xbox version of Palworld. Currently, players can join Pocketpair’s official servers, host their own, or join a friend’s server.

Additionally, PC players can utilize Steam’s toolkit to create dedicated servers. With Microsoft’s support on the horizon, Palworld’s server stability is expected to continue, ensuring the game’s continued success.