Palworld Beginner Guide: Your First Day
Palworld beginner guide — catching your first Pals, base setup, hunger management, and the first 5 levels.
Your first day in Palworld sets your production loop. Catch workers before exploring far.
First-hour checklist
- Craft Primitive Workbench
- Build Palbox and basic base
- Catch 3–5 Pals with work skills
- Unlock Technology for Stone Axe and Wooden Club
Essential work types early
| Work | Why |
|---|---|
| Kindling | Cooking and smelting |
| Handiwork | Crafting speed |
| Planting | Food sustain |
| Transporting | Base efficiency |
Bottom line
Catch Pals with complementary work skills before grinding levels. A working base beats a high-level solo explorer.
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Frequently asked questions
What Pal should I catch first in Palworld?
Lamball and Cattiva are easy early catches. Look for Pals with Handiwork or Kindling work suitability for your base.