In the game Palworld, the Pals you bring along can shape how your adventure plays out. Some are great for fighting tough bosses, others shine at farming or crafting, and a few can do it all. With well over 100 different Pals, knowing which ones are worth your time (and which ones aren’t) makes a big difference.

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Tier List Rankings
In Palworld, not all Pals are created equal. Some shine in combat, others excel at base tasks, and a few are just plain fun to have around. This tier list breaks down Pals from S to D tier, helping you decide which companions are worth your time and which might be better left in the wild.
S-Tier Pals |
These Pals are the best the game has to offer. They have excellent performance in battle, traversal, and base management. Whether it’s their powerful abilities, versatility, or unique skills, these Pals are top picks for any player. |
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A-Tier Pals |
A-Tier Pals are strong contenders that can hold their own in different situations. While they might not have the amazing toolkit of S-Tier Pals, they bring strong abilities and can contribute well to your team. |
B-Tier Pals |
Pals in this tier are decent choices. They’re okay captures, but won’t check all the boxes of A and S-Tier Pals. Even so, they can still be valuable with the right setup and support. |
C-Tier Pals |
These Pals aren’t totally useless, but they’re definitely not pulling their weight most of the time. You might find a few niche uses for them early on, but don’t expect them to stick around until endgame. |
D-Tier Pals |
D-Tier Pals are mostly here for collectors or anyone playing on hard mode for fun. Unless you’ve got a soft spot for them, you’re probably better off looking elsewhere. |
Go for all-rounders. Pals like Jetragon and Paladius can do just about everything and are worth the investment.
S-Tier Pals
These Pals are sit in S-Tier for a reason. They dominate in combat, bring great utility, and pull their weight no matter the task. They’re powerhouses when taking on bosses, exploring the world, or fine-tuning your base.
Pal Name |
Element(s) |
Reason |
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Jetragon |
Dragon |
The fastest flying mount with powerful AoE attacks like Fire Ball and Beam Comet. Its speed and strong attacks make it invaluable for exploration and combat. |
Frostallion |
Ice |
Turns your basic attacks into icy nukes and gives your whole setup a frosty damage boost. If you’re looking for a strong elemental edge in fights, this one’s a no-brainer. |
Necromus |
Dark |
Hits like a truck and can take a punch too. A Dark-type beast that’s just as good for clearing mobs as it is for standing against bosses. |
Paladius |
Neutral, Ice |
One of the few Pals that lets you triple jump, and that alone is worth it. It’s got solid Ice and Neutral damage too. |
Bellanoir Libero |
Dark |
This Pal is known for its devastating attacks and unique abilities. It’s a great pal for tough fights, with a high attack stat of 150 and powerful moves like “Nightmare Bloom.” |
Jormuntide Ignis |
Fire, Dragon |
If you like big flashy moves and roasting enemies, this Fire/Dragon hybrid is perfect for you. It’s got raw power and a moveset that keeps things spicy. |
Shadowbeak |
Dark |
Built differently thanks to its special Partner Skill. With the right build, it becomes one of the scariest Dark-types in the whole game. |
Frostallion Noct |
Dark, Ice |
Great ice damage like Frostallion, but mixed with Dark abilities for extra punch. |
A-Tier Pals
These Pals are strong contenders in various aspects of the game, having great combat and work skills. While they may not reach the pinnacle of S-Tier, they are reliable choices for most situations.
Elemental matchups matter. Leveraging Pals with advantageous elemental types can turn the tide in challenging battles.
B-Tier Pals
These B-Tier Pals are solid choices for a variety of roles but may not do the best in all aspects of the game. These Pals can be valuable additions to your team, especially in the early to mid-game stages.
C-Tier Pals
These Pals have limited utility or are outclassed by others in their roles. While they can still be used effectively in niche situations, they generally aren’t very efficient in combat or base building.
Use early Pals smartly. Some early Pals like Vixy can net you free items, which helps a lot when you’re just starting out.
D-Tier Pals
These are the Pals you’ll probably bench pretty quickly. They don’t bring much to the table and usually aren’t worth the slot, unless you’re doing a challenge run or just really like how one of them looks.
Pal Name |
Element(s) |
Reason |
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Hangyu |
Neutral |
Utility lies in simple base tasks. Quickly outclassed by more specialized Pals. |
Hangyu Cryst |
Ice |
Hangyu but with an Ice element. Little advantage over its counterpart. |
Chikipi |
Grass |
Lays eggs. Low stats and poor scaling. |
Fuddler |
Ground |
Digs holes. Limited combat and utility. |
Nox |
Dark |
Stealthy but lacks offensive capabilities. |
Swee |
Ice |
Evolves into Sweepa, but is weak until then. |
Flambelle |
Fire |
Explosive attacks. Fragile and hard to manage. |

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