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Palworld Map Alpha Boss Locations: reference table

The values and rules behind palworld map alpha boss locations, in the order you will need them.

Updated for the current Palworld patch

Player fighting a large water Pal during a Palworld boss encounter
Element matchups and attack stats determine damage in live combat. Image: Pocketpair / Steam.
Key takeaways
  • ✓Field alphas
  • ✓Tower bosses
  • ✓Drops
  • ✓Capture

Field alphas

Fixed map locations per region, scaled to the region's level band, respawning on a timer.

Tower bosses

Five arena fights that gate progression rather than farming.

Drops

Schematics, ingots, ancient parts and species-specific materials.

Capture

Field alphas can be captured, which is often better value than killing them.

Counters

Element multipliers shorten fights more than levels do.

Official sources
Palworld — official site ↗

Pocketpair's official Palworld site: patch notes, roadmap and news.