Palworld: Black Screen Error on Launch Fix

Players eagerly diving into the new survival game Palworld are running into an issue - a black screen on launch. Developer Pocketpair has acknowledged the bug and suggested a temporary workaround while they address it fully. This is a step-by-step guide on how to fix the black screen error on launch in Palworld.

How to Fix Black Screen Error on Launch in Palworld

There are two easy ways you can do when you see a black screen error after you launch Palworld:

1) Try Waiting 10 Minutes

Pocketpair's community manager Kei confirmed the issue and said to wait 10 minutes at launch, as the game may continue loading in the background before displaying properly. Though inconvenient, waiting it out could save your Palworld progress.

2) Disable Fullscreen and Run as Admin

For the Steam version, one user found toggling compatibility settings allowed the game to open past the black screen hangup:

1. In Steam, right-click Palworld's launcher .exe and select Properties
2. Go to Compatibility tab
3. Check "Disable fullscreen optimizations"
4. Also, check "Run as administrator"

This solution has worked for many affected players.

Other Possible Bugs in Palworld

Multiplayer Access Issues - If you can't access a created world, it may be a multiplayer bug. Try toggling the multiplayer setting for that world off to resolve it.

Connectivity Errors - An unstable internet connection could also prevent accessing multiplayer worlds. Check your network connection if the multiplayer toggle is missing.

As Pocketpair continues working on a full fix, these methods provide temporary relief until the patched out. Check the official Discord and subreddit for the latest updates. Though losing progress is frustrating, with some patience players can get their Palworld back on track.

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