How to Edit Palworld Save Files - Complete Guide (2026)

Introduction

Palworld has taken the gaming world by storm with its unique blend of creature collection, survival mechanics, and base building. Whether you want to give yourself more gold, modify your Pal’s stats, or add rare items to your inventory, this guide will show you exactly how to edit Palworld save files safely.

Our free online Palworld save editor makes it easy to modify your game without downloading any suspicious software. All processing happens in your browser, so your save files never leave your computer.

Palworld Save File Location

Windows (Steam)

%LocalAppData%\Pal\Saved\SaveGames\<SteamID>\

Windows (Xbox/Game Pass)

%LocalAppData%\Packages\PocketpairInc.Palworld_<id>\SystemAppData\wgs\

Steam Deck (Proton)

~/.steam/steam/steamapps/compatdata/1623730/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/Local/Pal/Saved/SaveGames/

Save File Structure

Inside your save folder, you’ll find:

File	Description
Level.sav	World data (base structures, wild Pals, etc.)
Players/<ID>.sav	Your player data (stats, inventory)
LocalData.sav	Local settings

Important: For player modifications, you want to edit files in the Players folder.

Step 1: Backup Your Saves

Before making any changes, always create a backup:

1. Navigate to your save folder
2. Copy the entire folder to a safe location (Desktop, etc.)
3. Label it with the date (e.g., Palworld_Backup_Jan2026)

Step 2: Upload to the Online Editor

1. Go to our Palworld Save Editor (Unreal Engine editor)
2. Drag and drop your player .sav file
3. Wait for the GVAS parser to process the binary data

Step 3: Find and Edit Data

Once parsed, you’ll see a JSON tree of all game data. Here’s what you can modify:

Edit Gold/Money

Look for properties named:

• Money
• Gold
• Currency

Simply change the number to your desired amount.

Modify Pal Stats

Navigate to CharacterSaveParameterMap to find your Pals:

• Level: Change Pal level directly
• Stats: Modify HP, Attack, Defense values
• PassiveSkills: Edit or add passive abilities
• ActiveSkills: Adjust active skill slots

Add Inventory Items

Find ItemContainerSaveData to modify your inventory:

• Add items by their internal ID
• Change stack sizes
• Unlock rare equipment

Edit Player Stats

Look for PlayerCharacterMakeData:

• Level: Your character level
• HP/Stamina: Base stats
• Technology Points: Unlock all tech instantly

Step 4: Download and Replace

1. Click Download Modified Save
2. Navigate to your Palworld save folder
3. Replace the original .sav file
4. Launch Palworld and load your save!

Common Questions

Will this work with multiplayer/dedicated servers?

For single-player and co-op (as host): Yes, your local save files can be edited.

For dedicated servers: Saves are stored server-side. You’d need server access to modify them.

Can I get banned for editing saves?

Palworld doesn’t have anti-cheat for single-player/co-op. However, on dedicated servers, admins may have rules against cheating. Use responsibly.

What if my save is corrupted after editing?

1. Restore your backup (you made one, right?)
2. Make sure you only changed values, not property types
3. Don’t modify core structure elements

Can I edit Xbox/Game Pass saves?

Yes, but Xbox saves are in a different location and may have additional sync issues. Make sure to pause cloud sync while editing.

Editable Items Summary

Category	What You Can Edit
Money	Gold, currency amounts
Pals	Level, stats, skills, traits
Inventory	Items, equipment, resources
Player	Level, HP, stamina, tech points
Base	Building progress, facility levels
World	Respawn rare Pals, resource nodes

Tips for Safe Editing

1. Edit one thing at a time - Makes troubleshooting easier
2. Keep values reasonable - Extreme values may cause crashes
3. Don’t modify structural data - Only change property values
4. Test immediately - Load your save right after editing

Alternative Tools

If you prefer command-line tools:

• palworld-save-tools (Python): GitHub community tool
• uesave-rs: General GVAS editor in Rust
• PalEdit: Desktop application for Palworld

However, our online editor requires no installation and works on any device!

Further Reading

Expand your save editing knowledge with these related guides:

• 📖 How to Edit Unreal Engine Save Files - Deep dive into GVAS format
• 🎮 Palworld Game Page - Save locations and editable items
• 📂 Common Save File Extensions Explained - Understanding .sav, .rpgsave, and more
• 🔧 Unreal Engine Editor - The tool used in this guide

Conclusion

Editing Palworld save files is straightforward once you understand the GVAS format. Our free Palworld save editor handles all the complex parsing for you - just upload, edit, and download.

Whether you’re trying to recover from a bug, experiment with different builds, or just want to enjoy the game your way, save editing gives you complete control over your Palworld experience.

Ready to start? Open the Palworld Save Editor →

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Last updated: January 2026

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