The free-to-play open world sim Palia closed beta kicks off this August 2nd and open beta commences on August 10th.
Palia, a Cozy Sim MMO, to Commence Closed Beta on August 2nd
Don’t feel disappointed if you don’t get into the closed beta, as an open beta is right around the corner onAugust 10th. Moreover, registered account holders will retain their progress through the Closed Beta, Open Beta, and beyond. Early registrants might even secure a chance to participate in the Stress Test scheduled for July 25. Gather ‘round the digital campfire and get ready for an unforgettable experience in Palia!
What is Palia?
A new IP from developer Singularity 6, Palia sets out to be the “first-of-its-kind” in terms of community and sim multiplayer according to the press release. Blending community building, adventure, and relaxation. Since its initial announcement, the game has garnered quite some interest, with over 600,000 players signing up for the Alpha tests. This overwhelming demand goes to show it’s captured the attention of life simmers out there.
Players can immerse themselves in Palia’s captivating open world, breathtaking visuals and vibrant landscapes. Dive into character and housing customisation, allowing you to personalise your virtual existence to the fullest. The game also offers rich lore and opportunities to uncover enticing mysteries that lie within. Singularity 6 is setting out to redefine the multiplayer community sim genre.
We designed Palia to challenge genre conventions and bring people together in a cozy MMO where they can forge new friendships, and we’re thrilled to finally welcome new players to create the coziest versions of themselves. We’ve worked hard to create an experience that feels like a relaxing home away from home, and we view our Beta phase as the next step in a continuous journey to expand and improve the game alongside our players. We hope you’ll join us.
Aidan Karabaich, Co-Founder and Game Director at Singularity 6.
Taking Cosy to the Next MMO Level
Prepared to take a new spin on the sim life game. Seamlessly blend farming, crafting, player and housing customization, and quest exploration. Not too dissimilar to progression and social systems found inMMOgames, it’s tied together with community engagement. Together, players will embark on a journey of hunting, fishing, gardening, foraging, and more, uncovering the ever-evolving secrets that Palia holds while forming lasting friendships along the way.
This could be a good one for those who aren’t interested in zeroing in on the combat side of an MMO but rather the laidback style of a life sim with a social aspect. But according to a FAQ page, the game will have some sort of combat-themed adventures that are opt-in. But don’t expect any PVP, as this seems to clash with the overall low-stakes world Palia is created to be.
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