Main Quest Flow

8 min Updated: 2026-07-21 Game Version: 1.0

Palworld 1.0 main quest complete flow: chapters, levels, goals, tips.

Main quest chapters

ChapterLevelGoalTip
Chapter 1: Beginnings1-10Build base, catch first pals, learn basic workPlateau grassland start — catch Cattiva, Lifmunk, Tanzee.
Chapter 2: Tower Challenge10-25Challenge first tower (Zoe & Grizzbolt)Bring Ground-element pals to counter Electric.
Chapter 3: Expansion25-40Unlock 2nd base, breeding farm, advanced techBreeding Farm unlocks at Lv19 — start breeding stronger pals.
Chapter 4: Tower Chain40-55Challenge Lily, Mark, Axel towersBring the matching counter-element mount to each tower.
Chapter 5: Shadow55-60Challenge Nyx & Shadowbeak towerDragon element counters Dark.
Chapter 6: World Tree60+Unlock World Tree, Awakening, AstralymRequires main quest progress. Prepare Legend Sphere ×30+.
Endgame: Sunreach55+Explore Sunreach Archipelago, new palsCan be done in parallel with World Tree.

Key milestones

  • Lv5: Build first base
  • Lv10: Unlock 2nd base slot
  • Lv15: Unlock 3rd base slot, Monitoring Stand
  • Lv19: Breeding Farm, Cake, Incubator
  • Lv40+: Tower Boss chain
  • Lv60+: World Tree unlocked

Recommended order

  1. Complete early main quest, establish base
  2. Challenge first tower, level up
  3. Unlock breeding, start strengthening pals
  4. Challenge subsequent tower bosses
  5. Unlock World Tree, prepare for endgame
  6. Parallel exploration of Sunreach Archipelago

Early game → Endgame →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the main quest?

Main quest ~30-40 hours. Endgame World Tree requires an additional 10-20 hours of preparation.

What if I get stuck?

Backtrack to level up, breed stronger pals, upgrade gear. Recommended level 5+ above the stage.

Are there branches?

Main quest is linear, but region exploration order is free.