Palworld Spheres Database (1.0)
8 craftable Pal Spheres — from Pal Sphere to Exotic Sphere. Capture power, technology unlock levels, crafting recipes, and capture mechanics documented with in-game data.
Complete Sphere Comparison
All 8 Palworld spheres with every numeric field in one view. Sorted by technology level.
| Sphere | Rarity | Capture Power | Tech Level | Tech Cost | Crafting Station | Sell Price | Stack |
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Crafting Recipes
Exact material requirements for crafting one of each sphere type.
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Capture Mechanics
How capture power translates to actual catch probability. Based on in-game observations and community testing.
The sphere's capture power (7–48) is the starting multiplier. All other factors scale from this base value.
Catch rate increases as target HP decreases. Critical HP (<5%) provides the maximum bonus. Full HP gives no bonus.
Frozen and Shock give the highest capture bonus. Poison, Burn, and other effects provide a smaller but useful boost.
Hitting a Pal from behind with a sphere grants an additional capture chance modifier. Sneak or wait for the Pal to turn.
Pals significantly above the sphere's unlock level have inherent capture resistance. Matching sphere tier to target level improves consistency.
The game computes: Sphere Capture Power × HP modifier + status bonus + back bonus, then applies a level-based clamp. Exact coefficients vary by version.
Cross-Tier Material Requirements
Total raw materials needed if you crafted one of each sphere. Highlights resource scaling across tiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the strongest Pal Sphere in Palworld 1.0?
The Exotic Sphere has the highest capture power at 48, unlocked at Technology Level 56. For most endgame content, the Ultimate Sphere (capture power 43, Level 51) is more practical due to lower material costs. Legendary Sphere (37, Level 44) is a solid late-game option before unlocking the final tiers.
How does sphere capture power work in Palworld?
Capture power determines the base capture rate. Each sphere has a power value (Pal Sphere: 7 through Exotic Sphere: 48). The final capture chance is modified by the target's remaining HP (lower HP = higher chance), status effects (Frozen/Shock give a bonus), and whether the throw hits from behind. The sphere's capture power is the primary multiplier in this formula.
What technology level unlocks each Pal Sphere?
Pal Sphere unlocks at Level 2, Mega at 14, Giga at 20, Hyper at 27, Ultra at 35, Legendary at 44, Ultimate at 51, and Exotic at 56. Each tier costs 1–5 Technology Points and requires progressively rarer materials: Cement, Carbon Fiber, Pal Metal Ingot, Plasteel, and Hexolite.
What capture power is needed for legendary and boss Pals?
Legendary Pals (Jetragon, Frostallion, Paladius, Necromus) require Legendary Sphere (37) or higher for reasonable catch rates. Alpha bosses and raid Pals benefit from Ultimate (43) or Exotic (48). The higher the capture power, the less you need to rely on low HP and status effects to secure the catch.
When should I upgrade to the next sphere tier?
Upgrade when your current sphere consistently shows low catch rates on the Pals you are targeting. If you need multiple throws on a Pal at critical HP, it's time to move up. The capture power doubles from 7 (Pal Sphere) to 14 (Mega Sphere), then increases in steps of 6–11 per tier, with the largest jump from Legendary (37) to Exotic (48).
Does a higher-tier sphere always guarantee a catch?
No. A higher-tier sphere increases capture power and improves odds, but does not guarantee success. Target HP percentage, level difference, and positioning all factor into the final capture chance. An Exotic Sphere at full HP may still fail, while a Pal Sphere at 1% HP with a status effect can succeed on low-level targets.
How do I craft each Pal Sphere and what materials are needed?
Spheres are crafted at Workbenches after unlocking in the Technology tree. Pal Sphere (Lv 2): Paldium Fragment ×1, Wood ×3, Stone ×3. Mega (14): +Ingot. Giga (20): +more Ingot. Hyper (27): +Cement. Ultra (35): +Refined Ingot, Carbon Fiber. Legendary (44): +Pal Metal Ingot. Ultimate (51): +Plasteel. Exotic (56): +Hexolite. Each tier escalates in material rarity and quantity.
Why do high-tier spheres still fail on some Pals?
Even the Exotic Sphere can fail if the target has high HP, a large level advantage, or inherent capture resistance (some endgame and raid Pals have modified catch rates). A high-tier sphere increases your odds ceiling but does not bypass these mechanics. Reducing HP below 20% and applying status effects like Frozen or Shock remain important even with top-tier spheres.
How can I improve my capture rate in Palworld?
Three primary methods stack: (1) reduce the target's HP as low as possible, ideally under 20%; (2) apply a status effect — Frozen and Shock give the largest bonus, followed by Poison and Burn; (3) throw the sphere from behind the Pal for a back-attack bonus. Combine all three with the highest-tier sphere available for maximum capture chance.
Are there any unique or uncraftable spheres in Palworld?
All 8 sphere types in Palworld 1.0 are craftable through the Technology tree. There are no uncraftable or event-exclusive spheres. Higher-rarity schematic versions can be found in chests, which reduce material costs or improve capture power, but these are variants of the 8 base spheres — not separate sphere types.
How many Pal Spheres are there in Palworld 1.0?
There are 8 distinct sphere types in Palworld 1.0: Pal Sphere, Mega Sphere, Giga Sphere, Hyper Sphere, Ultra Sphere, Legendary Sphere, Ultimate Sphere, and Exotic Sphere. Each has a unique capture power, tech level requirement, and crafting recipe. All 8 are craftable and are listed in the Technology tree under the Pal Capture category.