The major release of Palworld 1.0, which took place on July 10, 2026, radically rewrote the metagame: the developers added 13 new weapons, expanded equipment slots, and raised the level cap to 80. To confidently succeed in high-level dungeons and raids, simply grabbing a heavier weapon is no longer enough. In this guide, we’ll cover the entire arsenal in detail, from starting weapons to top-tier, deadly weapons, and help you create the perfect setup.
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⚔️ Early Game Weapons (Levels 1-30)
The early game is a time for experimentation and the first serious battles. It’s important for players to establish consistent damage output without wasting rare resources on crafting.
Cheap Pistol – Stats and Where to Buy
The single-shot Cheap Pistol makes any close-range fight a breeze. At base level, it delivers 320 attack, and you can purchase it from the Merchant for just 16,600 gold—a great alternative to time-consuming farming. The magazine holds 6 rounds. It’s best used as a secondary weapon to instantly switch and finish off an enemy.
Stats by rarity:
Common: 320 attack, 300 durability
Special: 560 attack, 600 durability
Rare: 640 attack, 900 durability
Epic: 720 attack, 1200 durability
Legendary: 800 attack, 1500 durability
Cheap SMG – Rate of Fire and Ammo
The Cheap SMG makes its mark with its high rate of fire and 24-round magazine. Base damage is 100 (at Legendary, it soars to 175). The only caveat: it actively consumes Primitive Ammo. However, against low-level opponents, it’s a real power spike.
Stats by rarity:
Common: Attack 100, Durability 1000
Special: Attack 120, Durability 1500
Rare: Attack 135, Durability 2000
Epic: Attack 175, Durability 3000
Legendary: Attack 175, Durability 4000
What to craft first
In close combat, the Primitive Sword (unlocked at level 17, base damage 180) is a clear winner at the start; it doesn’t require rare components. If you don’t have the necessary resources yet, a regular Metal Bat will do.
⚡ Mid-game Weapons (Levels 30–60)
The transition to the mid-game requires more stringent equipment and stamina.
Terraprism — Companion Swords and Synergy
Terraprism (90 Attack) is a unique melee weapon that summons up to 9 floating companion swords. The best part: when switching weapons, the swords continue to attack targets along with you. For maximum effect, equip the Sacred Hood.
Stats by Rarity:
Common: Attack 90, Durability 5000
Special: Attack 100, Durability 6000
Rare: Attack 110, Durability 7200
Epic: Attack 125, Durability 8640
Legendary: Attack 150, Durability 10368
Vortex Thresher – Homing Missiles
The automatic Vortex Thresher fires homing missiles, perfect for crowd control or dense AlphaPills. It has a nice perk: a 66% chance to not consume ammo per shot.
Stats by rarity:
Common: 300 attack, 3000 durability
Special: 330 attack, 3000 durability
Rare: 360 attack, 4000 durability
Epic: 390 attack, 5000 durability
Legendary: 450 attack, 6000 durability
Late-game weapon (levels 60-80)
Version 1.0 is fully unlocked in the endgame. With new slots (Extra Weapon Holster 1 and 2 unlock at levels 27 and 54, allowing you to carry up to 6 weapons), you’ll need a well-balanced setup.
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S-Tier: Mechanical Bow (level 67)
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A-Tier: Plasma Rifle (level 78), Beam Launcher (level 80)
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B-Tier: Drone Launcher (level 77)
The Mechanical Bow is the absolute champion in damage.
The single-shot Mechanical Bow deals an incredible 20,000 attack per shot. Some publications have mistakenly stated 24,000, but verified game databases (Game8, Paldeck) confirm: only the Legendary version delivers 24,000, while the base version stops at 20,000. This is the best weapon for solo sniping.
Rarity Stats:
Common: Attack 20,000, Durability 2,000
Special: Attack 21,000, Durability 3,000
Rare: Attack 22,000, Durability 4,000
Epic: Attack 23,000, Durability 6,000
Legendary: Attack 24,000, Durability 8,000
Plasma Rifle – Chain Lightning
The queen of AoE damage. Her electric beam strikes in a chain, linking a group of enemies. The common version has 1860 attack and a 38-round magazine, while the legendary Schematic 4 increases damage to 2232.
Stats by rarity:
Common: 1860 attack, 25000 durability
Special: 1953 attack, 37500 durability
Rare: 2046 attack, 50000 durability
Epic: 2139 attack, 75000 durability
Legendary: 2232 attack, 100000 durability
Drone Launcher – Autonomous Satellites
Deploys autonomous drones to support you in battle. Like the Terraprisma, the drones remain on the field even when switching to another weapon. At base level, it provides 200 attack (Legendary – 240).
Beam Launcher — the ultimate weapon for raids
The main weapon of patch 1.0, requiring level 80 and the Ancient Workbench. Base damage is 14,000. It devastates everything in its path, but requires a lot of rare resources.
Comparison table of all Palworld 1.0 weapons
To craft high-level weapons, you’ll need new resources: Soralite (obtainable in Sunreach) and Paloxite, as well as new workbenches: Weapon Assembly Line II and the Ancient Workbench.
How to choose a weapon for your playstyle?
To make battles easier, build your setup with roles in mind:
For close-combat enthusiasts
Combine the Laser Sword (2000 attack) with the Terraprisma. These companion swords will protect your back while you slice and dice enemies up close.
For snipers and long-range players
The ideal combo is the Mechanical Bow and Plasma Rifle. The former deals colossal damage to a single target, while the latter instantly clears out a retinue.
For support and combo tactics
Use the Drone Launcher with the Tactical Grenade Launcher or Beam Launcher. This provides constant background damage and tight field control.
Where can I get Legendary Blueprints?
Legendary versions (Schematic 4) have a low drop rate from bosses on hard difficulties:
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Plasma Rifle Schematic 4: Moonflowers bosses Saya & Selyne (Hard, lvl 80).
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Drone Launcher Schematic 4: Lily & Lyleen bosses (Hard, lvl 74).
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Beam Launcher Schematic 4: Auri & Shaolong bosses (Hard, lvl 80).
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Beam Scatter Schematic 4: Zoe & Grizzbolt bosses (Hard, lvl 72).
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Laser Sword Schematic 4: Chests in the Sakurajima and Sunreach regions.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (PAA)
What is the most powerful weapon in Palworld 1.0?
The Beam Launcher (14,000 Attack) has the highest area-of-effect damage, while the Mechanical Bow (20,000 Attack) has the highest single-target damage.
At what level does the Mechanical Bow unlock?
The Mechanical Bow blueprint becomes available at level 67.
How many weapons can I carry in Palworld 1.0?
The player can carry up to 6 weapons thanks to two additional slots (Extra Weapon Holster 1 and 2).
Where can I mine Soralite?
The new Soralite ore is mined in the high-level Sunreach zone.
