Ultrakill Joins Palworld in Home Sweet Home Update – Release Times and Content
- Sagar Mankar
- Dec 17
- 2 min read
Palworld's next big update, titled “Home Sweet Home”, is arriving today on December 17, 2025.
The free expansion introduces a crossover with Ultrakill, the retro‑styled FPS by Arsi “Hakita” Patala, alongside new base customization features. Players will be able to step into the world as Ultrakill’s V1 or V2, wielding iconic weapons and even pulling off the coin‑flip bullet parry mechanic.
At the same time, bases can be recolored with vibrant new options, making settlements feel more personal than ever.
Release Times (Expected)
While Pocketpair hasn’t confirmed an exact launch hour, past updates suggest a similar rollout window. Based on SteamDB patch history and developer comments (Bucky), here are the estimated times across major regions:
Los Angeles (PST): 7:00 PM – Dec 16
Phoenix, Denver (MST): 8:00 PM – Dec 16
Chicago (CST): 9:00 PM – Dec 16
New York (EST): 10:00 PM – Dec 16
Brazil (BRT): 12:00 AM – Dec 17
UK (GMT): 03:00 AM – Dec 17
Germany (CET): 04:00 AM – Dec 17
South Africa (SAST): 05:00 AM – Dec 17
India (IST): 8:30 AM – Dec 17
Singapore: 11:00 AM – Dec 17
Japan (JST): 12:00 PM – Dec 17
Sydney, Australia (AEDT): 2:00 PM – Dec 17
Wellington, New Zealand (NZDT): 4:00 PM – Dec 17
What’s Coming in “Home Sweet Home”
The update is shaping up to be one of Palworld’s most ambitious yet. Here’s what players can expect:
Ultrakill Crossover: Play as V1 or V2, complete with wings, revolvers, shotguns, and the coin‑flip parry mechanic. Combat gets a fresh twist with these mechanics integrated into Palworld’s open world.
Base Customization: New painting tools allow recoloring of building materials. Fans spotted triangle pieces in the trailer, hinting at expanded construction options.
No Time‑Gated Content: Pocketpair’s communications director, Bucky, emphasized that all features will be available immediately—no daily timers or event restrictions.
New Encounters: The trailer teased a massive shadowy Pal emerging from water, which fans speculate could be the long‑rumored colossal whale Pal.
Events & Extras: Alongside the crossover, seasonal campaigns and cosmetic rewards are expected, continuing the studio’s tradition of free expansions.
The update arrives while Pocketpair remains entangled in a legal battle with Nintendo over alleged Pokémon‑related patents. As reported by Japanese patent offices, some of Nintendo’s claims have been challenged, potentially weakening the case. Despite this, Palworld continues to expand with bold collaborations, following the Tides of Terraria crossover earlier this year.
With Ultrakill boasting over 120,000 positive Steam reviews, this crossover feels like a natural fit. Whether you’re customizing your base or ricocheting bullets off coins, December 17 promises to be a big day for Palworld players.
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