The charming and cozy free-to-play fantasy life sim, Palia, has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.
Developed and published by Singularity 6, this heartwarming adventure, already beloved by millions of players on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, Palia.com, GeForce NOW) and Nintendo Switch, now opens its welcoming arms to even more aspiring adventurers.
This isn’t just a simple port; today’s console launch coincides with the release of the massive new Elderwood expansion, which is free for all players across all platforms.
Get ready to craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams in an ever-evolving world – and importantly, with full cross-play and cross-progression support.
Welcome to Your New Home in Palia
Palia is a vibrant, heartwarming world where you can craft, explore, and build a life uniquely yours. You’ll dive into a land rich with adventure and lore, completing quests that reveal the secrets of the Ancient Humans, deepening your connections with Palia’s diverse Villagers, and helping to shape the story unfolding around you.
Whether you prefer to play solo or team up with friends old and new, Palia is designed as a cozy community sim where you’re always welcome. The game emphasizes relaxation and joy, with nearly endless ways to make Palia your home.
Live Your Fantasy: Craft, Explore & Discover the Elderwood
The core gameplay of Palia revolves around a delightful mix of life simulation, crafting, exploration, and social interaction:
- Craft, Build, and Decorate: Design your ideal living space with near limitless possibilities! Craft a huge array of items, place Building Blocks to construct your home from the ground up, and landscape your plot with Yardwork Decor. You can even join Home Tours to get inspired by (or show off to) the wider community.
- Explore Diverse Regions & Unveil the Elderwood: Wander through the scenic Kilima Valley and Bahari Bay to gather rare insects, forage for ingredients, and simply enjoy the beauty of Palia. And launching today is the Elderwood, a dense, magical, and somewhat spooky new Adventure Zone! This expansion brings vertical exploration with gliding and tree-climbing, new quests guided by familiar characters like Nai’o and Subira, new themed collectibles, hostile huntable creatures like the Ogapuu, elusive critters like the Shmole, and hidden Artifacts. These Artifacts unlock the brand-new Relics equipment system, providing unique buffs for you and your party.
- Socialise & Celebrate: Grow meaningful relationships with lovable Villagers, each with their own backstories. Team up with fellow adventurers for unforgettable journeys. Participate in exciting in-game events and activities, such as the bustling Maji Market or get cozy in the Underground Black Market playing the Hot Pot card game with friends. With events, mini-games, and seasonal content year-round, there’s always something fresh. You can also collect and trade irresistibly adorable Plushies, Potato Pods, and Stickers! The “Refer A Friend” program is also making a return, offering a chance to earn the “Elderwood Fun Guy” Plush in five different sizes.
Truly Cross-Platform: Play Anywhere, With Anyone
One of Palia’s most exciting features, especially with its expansion to Xbox and PlayStation, is its commitment to full cross-play and cross-progression.
This means you can play with your friends regardless of what platform they are on (PC, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, or PS5), and your own character, progress, and home will seamlessly follow you wherever you choose to log in.
It’s important to note that this new console launch is specifically for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, and Palia will not be playable on Xbox One.
Key Features
- Free-to-Play Fantasy Life Sim: Craft, explore, build relationships, and live your dream life.
- Simultaneous “Elderwood” Expansion Launch: Explore a vast, magical new forest zone with new quests, creatures, collectibles, and the “Relics” equipment system.
- Deep Customisation: Design your character and create a unique home with extensive crafting and decorating options.
- Full Cross-Play & Cross-Progression: Play with friends on any platform (PC, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PS5) and carry your progress with you.
- Cozy Community Focus: Team up with others, join in events, and build relationships with NPCs and players.
- Ongoing Content: Regular updates, seasonal events, and an evolving story.
Your Palia Adventure Starts Today
With its arrival on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, alongside the exciting new Elderwood expansion and full cross-platform support, there’s never been a better time to dive into the enchanting world of Palia.
It’s free-to-play and available right now – download it from the Xbox Store, as you look to discover a welcoming community, craft your perfect home, and unravel ancient mysteries…
Our review of Palia is on the way.
Palia Description
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
