Progression
How do you get guns in Palworld?
Answer
Guns are unlocked in the Technology tree at higher levels rather than found in the world. The first firearms such as pistols and rifles need Ancient Technology Points, which only come from clearing Towers, so you must complete an Ancient Technology Tower dungeon before you can unlock and craft your first gun.
Quick answer
Guns in Palworld are not found lying around the world or bought from a shop early on — they are unlocked through the Technology tree. Basic melee weapons and bows come first, and firearms open up once you reach the level range where guns appear on the tree. The catch is that most guns also require Ancient Technology Points, which only come from defeating the bosses inside Ancient Technology Towers scattered around the map.
Steps to unlock your first gun
- Level up your character through normal play until firearms start appearing in the Technology tab.
- Check whether the gun you want costs regular Technology Points or Ancient Technology Points — most guns need the ancient variety.
- If it needs Ancient Technology Points, locate an Ancient Technology Tower using the interactive map and prepare a team of Pals capable of handling its boss.
- Clear the tower to earn Ancient Technology Points, then spend them on the gun in your Technology menu.
- Build the required crafting bench at the correct tier and gather the materials to actually craft the weapon.
- Craft or purchase ammo separately, since guns are useless without a stocked ammo supply.
What you need before attempting a tower
Ancient Technology Towers are combat encounters, not gathering trips, so go in prepared:
| Preparation | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| A leveled team of 3-5 Pals | Tower bosses hit hard and can wipe an underleveled party |
| Ranged weapons or strong melee | Boss fights favor sustained damage over single hits |
| Healing items | Towers do not let you retreat easily mid-fight |
| Spare ammo and potions | You cannot restock once the fight starts |
After unlocking guns
Once you have your first firearm unlocked, later tiers of guns and rifles generally follow the same pattern — more Ancient Technology Points from more towers, plus higher character levels. It is worth prioritizing towers relatively early if ranged combat is your focus, since gun damage scales meaningfully better than early bows against tougher Pals and bosses later in the game.
If you are building a combat-focused base and want to know which Pals complement gun-based playstyles, the Paldex is useful for checking work suitabilities and combat stats. For a broader sense of pacing, see the leveling guide so you know roughly when firearms should start appearing on your tech tree.
Related tools
- Locate Ancient Technology Towers on the interactive map
- Check Pal combat stats on the Paldex
- Plan your overall progression with the guides section
Frequently asked questions
- Why can't I unlock guns even though I have enough level points?
- Guns usually need Ancient Technology Points, not regular Technology Points. Those only come from clearing Ancient Technology Tower dungeons, so leveling alone will not unlock them.
- What is the first gun most players unlock?
- Early firearms like a basic pistol or handgun tend to appear first in the Technology tree, before rifles and heavier weapons become available at higher levels.
- Do I need a workbench to craft guns once unlocked?
- Yes, most firearms require a weapon crafting station of the appropriate tier, and you will also need to keep ammo stocked separately.
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