Data Recovery: Save Corruption
During Early Access, Palworld servers may experience crashes that lead to corrupted Level.sav files or “Infinite Loading Screens”. Fortunately, the game maintains its own internal backup system that allows for easy restoration.
| Reading Time | Difficulty | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|
| 8 minutes | Intermediate | January 2026 |
Method 1: Internal Backup Restore (Recommended)
- Stop the Server: Do not attempt to move files while the server is running.
- Locate Backups: Navigate to
/Pal/Saved/SaveGames/0/<YourWorldID>/backup/world/. - Choose a Timestamp: Open the folder corresponding to a time BEFORE the crash occurred.
- Copy & Replace: Copy the
Level.savand other files inside the timestamp folder. - Apply: Paste them back into the main directory:
/Pal/Saved/SaveGames/0/<YourWorldID>/and overwrite. - Start: Launch your server and verify the world loads.
Method 2: Fixing Character Reset Bugs
If players are asked to create a new character despite already having data:- Identify the player’s GUID.
- Navigate to the
backup/local/folder within your save directory. - Find their specific backup file and move it into the main
/Players/folder, replacing the corrupted version.
Support Channels
If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact our support team:- Live Chat: Available on our website
- Website Ticket: Submit a Ticket
- Discord: Join our Community
- Email: [email protected]
Last Updated: January 2026 | Palworld: Data recovered.