Hoodle is one of the fresh faces joining Palworld when Version 1.0 arrives, and it fits neatly into the wave of Dark-type Pals headed to the roster. It first showed up in a Twitter reveal on June 21, giving players an early look at a small, cuddly creature before its full profile goes live in-game.
Quick answer: Hoodle is a new, suspected Dark-type Pal launching with Palworld Version 1.0 on July 10. Its exact spawn locations, drops, and breeding combinations are not confirmed until the update goes live.
Hoodle Pal profile and stats
Most of Hoodle’s data card is still under construction, but a few traits have been pinned down through its reveal. It reads as a small Dark-type Pal with low-level work value, which lines up with the compact, non-combat-focused designs Palworld tends to give creatures of this size.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pal Name |  Hoodle |
| Entry Number | TBA |
| Element Type | Dark (suspected) |
| Work Suitability | Transport, Handiwork (low level, suspected) |
| HP | TBA |
| ATK | TBA |
| DEF | TBA |
| Drops | TBA |
When Hoodle arrives in Palworld
Hoodle is tied to the Palworld Version 1.0 release, scheduled for July 10. Until that update installs, the Pal cannot be found or caught in the wild, and its Paldeck entry will not populate. Once the version is live, its spawn points, stats, and skills become visible in the game itself.
How to get Hoodle
Based on its suspected Dark typing, Hoodle is expected to be obtainable in three main ways once Version 1.0 releases. It does not appear to be a raid boss, so the realistic paths point toward standard capture and hatching methods rather than a special encounter.
- As a wild spawn on the map, likely captured with a Pal Sphere.
- Hatched from a Dark Egg.
- Produced through breeding at a Breeding Farm.
Whether Hoodle is strictly nocturnal or also roams during the day has not been confirmed. That timing detail, along with the exact map coordinates, will be verifiable directly in-game after launch.
How to beat Hoodle: type matchups
As a suspected Dark-type Pal, Hoodle is weak to Dragon-type attacks, so a Dragon Pal is your strongest opener. Chillet, Dinossom, and Elphidran all give you a clear type advantage in the encounter.
Keep Neutral-type Pals on the bench, since they perform poorly against Dark Pals. That includes Lamball, Cattiva, and Mozzarina. Because a small Dark-type Pal generally carries a modest stat total, the fight should not be especially demanding on defense.
| Recommendation | Pals |
|---|---|
| Bring (Dragon advantage) | Chillet, Dinossom, Elphidran |
| Avoid (Neutral disadvantage) | Lamball, Cattiva, Mozzarina |
Breeding Hoodle
Breeding in Palworld runs through the Breeding Farm, which unlocks at Level 19 of the Technology Tree for two technology points. You place one male and one female Pal inside, stock the storage with Cake, and incubate the resulting egg to hatch a new Pal.
Confirmed parent pairings that produce Hoodle are not available before the update goes live. Once Version 1.0 lands and Hoodle is added to the breeding pool, a Palworld breeding calculator will surface the working combinations. Until then, no reliable recipe exists.
Can Hoodle be ridden?
Hoodle’s small frame and overall design suggest it is not a rideable Pal. That aligns with how Palworld typically treats compact creatures. The final answer will be confirmed once Version 1.0 is playable.
Skills and design expectations
Hoodle’s look draws comparisons to Finsider Ignis in Palworld and carries a similar small-body charm to Mimikyu from Pokémon. Finsider Ignis is a case of a tiny Pal that hits harder than its size implies, and there is speculation Hoodle could follow that pattern.
If Hoodle’s unique move or partner skill ends up with strong damage output, it could stand alongside established Dark-type picks like Shadowbeak and Bellanoir. Stat totals for small Dark Pals are rarely high, so its real value will hinge on that signature move. Full active and partner skill details become confirmable at launch.
Hoodle is one of several new Dark-type Pals rolling out with Palworld Version 1.0. Check back once the update goes live for its confirmed spawn coordinates, drops, stats, and breeding combinations.
