The Palworld Official Card Game has emerged as a major contributor to Bushiroad’s trading card business, with the company reporting more than 11 million booster packs shipped worldwide across its first two sets. The milestone follows the game’s simultaneous international launch on July 30, 2026, and has helped Bushiroad deliver record quarterly TCG revenue.
In its November 12, 2026, financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, Bushiroad reported TCG revenue of approximately $63.5 million, equivalent to ¥10.135 billion. That represents an increase of around $19.9 million year-on-year, with the segment benefiting significantly from Palworld OCG’s stronger-than-expected launch.
Bushiroad President Nemoto highlighted the game’s contribution during the earnings briefing, stating,
“Trading card games in particular grew significantly on the contribution of the Palworld Official Card Game and are performing strongly.”
The company has not disclosed how much of the $63.5 million came specifically from Palworld OCG. The figure covers Bushiroad’s entire trading card business, including its other card game properties.
More Than 11 Million Packs Shipped as International Demand Grows
The 11 million-pack milestone covers the first two Palworld OCG booster sets, Dawn of Palpagos and Legends Awaken. Bushiroad initially announced the shipment projection on October 7, with the combined total expected to exceed 11 million by early November. Its subsequent Q1 report highlighted the game’s strong performance and its impact on the company’s financial outlook.
The game launched simultaneously in Japanese, English, and Simplified Chinese, allowing Bushiroad to target multiple markets from the beginning. Its international reach is reflected in the TCG segment’s overseas revenue, which reached approximately $34.5 million, up around $15.5 million year-on-year. Overseas markets accounted for 55.9% of the segment’s revenue, marking a record share for the company.
Interest has also extended beyond booster pack shipments. Official Palworld OCG tutorial sessions held at events and card shops worldwide attracted 24,123 participants, giving new players opportunities to learn the rules and join the game’s community.
Bushiroad Expands Production and Plans More Competitive Events
To keep up with demand, Bushiroad has decided to expand production lines at a manufacturing facility operated by one of its group companies in Malaysia. The company also wants to build a more sustainable player base through additional products and organized events rather than relying only on booster pack sales.
President Nemoto explained that Bushiroad plans to continue hosting officially sanctioned tournaments and world championships to retain players and establish a medium- to long-term revenue base. This could help Palworld OCG develop a more established competitive scene as its international audience grows.
The company is also preparing its next releases. The third booster pack, Eternal Ascent, is scheduled for January 2027, while two new trial decks are planned for December 18, 2026.
Palworld OCG Success Prompts Bushiroad to Raise Its Annual Forecast
Bushiroad’s strong TCG performance also contributed to a higher financial outlook for the fiscal year ending June 2027. The company raised its full-year revenue forecast from approximately $364 million to $444.5 million, an increase of 22.4% over its previous projection.
Its revised operating profit forecast now stands at approximately $41.3 million, while net profit is expected to reach around $31.9 million. Bushiroad specifically cited Palworld OCG’s stronger-than-expected launch and revised shipment expectations as reasons for adjusting its outlook.
However, the latest quarter was not entirely positive. Bushiroad recorded approximately $106.1 million in total revenue, up 23.1% year-on-year, but operating profit declined 7.3% to around $9.7 million. Higher advertising and promotional expenses associated with Palworld OCG and BanG Dream! Our Notes contributed to the decline.
For Palworld, the next important test will be whether Bushiroad can maintain the card game’s momentum through future booster releases, production expansion, and international tournaments.
| Platforms | Microsoft Windows |
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| Developer | Pocketpair |
