The results of Palworld's Global Popularity Poll have been announced on March 21, 2025, with character Zoe claiming the coveted first place position. As a reward for her popularity, developer PocketPair has revealed that Zoe will become a recruitable ally in an upcoming game update, giving players a chance to add the fan-favorite to their roster.
Zoe Crowned Champion in Palworld's First Global Poll
In an exciting announcement for the Palworld community, PocketPair has revealed the complete results of their massive Global Popularity Poll, which ranked an impressive 194 characters and Pals from the creature-collecting survival game. The poll, which allowed fans worldwide to vote for their favorites, culminated with Zoe securing the number one position in the Overall Ranking.
As a direct result of her popularity, PocketPair has confirmed that Zoe will be implemented as a recruitable ally in a future update. This development marks a significant response to player preferences, allowing fans to eventually team up with the character they collectively voted as their favorite.
Complete Rankings Reveal Player Preferences
The poll didn't just focus on human characters—it encompassed the full spectrum of Palworld's diverse cast, including all 194 characters and Pals that inhabit the game's world. This comprehensive approach provided fascinating insights into which designs and personalities have resonated most with the player base since the game's launch in January 2024.
PocketPair has made the complete results available for curious players to browse through, offering a full breakdown of how every character ranked from positions 1 through 194. Fans can view the full ranking results to see where their personal favorites placed in the community vote.
Which Pals Topped the Favorite List?
Beyond the overall character rankings, the poll also specifically highlighted the top three favorite Pals as determined by player votes. These creature companions, which form the core gameplay experience of Palworld, received their own special recognition in the Favorite Pal Ranking category.
Curious about which adorable or powerful Pals claimed the top spots? Players can check out the top 3 in the Favorite Pal Ranking to discover which creatures have captured the hearts of the Palworld community.
What This Means for Palworld's Future
The announcement that Zoe will become a recruitable ally represents an interesting direction for Palworld's development. By directly incorporating player feedback into their update plans, PocketPair demonstrates a commitment to community-driven content that could shape future additions to the game.
While no specific release date was provided for the update that will make Zoe recruitable, this announcement gives players something exciting to look forward to in Palworld's ongoing development roadmap.
Community Engagement Continues
The Global Popularity Poll represents just one of many ways PocketPair has engaged with its community since Palworld's successful launch. By involving players in decisions that influence game development, the studio continues to foster the passionate community that has helped make the game a standout success in the survival crafting genre.
For players who want to see the original announcement, the full details were shared on the official Palworld English Twitter account on March 21, 2025.