Palworld Update v0.5.5 Changes Gliding Mechanics with Pals

Pocketpair has released a new update for Palworld, bringing significant changes to the gliding mechanics previously enabled by certain Pals. According to the official patch notes for version v0.5.5, players will no longer be able to directly use glider-type Pals for gliding. Instead, players must now have a dedicated glider equipped to perform this action.

Before this update, players could glide freely by holding onto specific Pals, a feature appreciated by many in the community. With this recent adjustment, these Pals will now provide passive partner skill effects, enhancing gliding capabilities when a player has a glider equipped, rather than directly enabling the glide themselves.

The community response to this update has been largely critical, with many expressing frustration at the removal of direct gliding using Pals, a feature that had become iconic in gameplay. This change appears connected to ongoing patent issues, leading to restrictions on game mechanics similar to those claimed by other companies.

Despite player dissatisfaction, Pocketpair continues to adjust gameplay mechanics proactively, likely aiming to comply with legal constraints while maintaining player enjoyment through alternate means of enhancing gliding mechanics.

Palworld players are encouraged to equip gliders moving forward, as Pal-enhanced gliding will still be available through passive skills provided by previously used glider-type Pals.

Pocketpair thanks players for their continued support and invites feedback as they navigate these necessary adjustments.