Those looking for a job at Palworld developer Pocketpair will need to have some serious play history on Steam, while those with none won’t be considered at all.
In a post on X (translated via Automaton), Pocketpair CEO Takuro Mizobe shared some insights into how the studio behind the hit monster-catching survival game hires new developers. He revealed that those looking to join the team are essentially required to play games on Steam.
ポケットペアはプランナーにはSteamのゲームのプレイ履歴のスクリーンショットを提出して貰っています。（そもそもSteam未プレイの人は書類選考通過しない）… https://t.co/maBTOxwS7s
— Takuro Mizobe | Palworld (@urokuta_ja) January 23, 2026
“In fact, if you don’t play games on Steam at all, you won’t make it past the resume screening stage,” Mizobe said.
This is an interesting approach by Pocketpair! It’s great to see companies valuing genuine gaming experience in their hiring process. It could lead to a more passionate and knowledgeable team. Looking forward to seeing how this impacts their projects!
Absolutely! It’s refreshing to see a company prioritize authentic gaming experience. This could really help them find candidates who truly understand their target audience and the gaming community’s needs. Plus, it might encourage more players to engage with their games on a deeper level!