What This Guide Covers
In Palworld, understanding how exclusive skills perform can mean the difference between dominating a boss and falling short. This guide breaks down the latest DPS testing results for powerful Pals like Bastigor, Bellanoir Libero, Blazamut Ryu, and Xenolord. We analyzed how their unique skills perform in terms of hit count, animation time, hitbox interaction, and cooldown across both base and party setups.
This isn't just a numbers dump—we’re looking at real combat usability. If you’ve ever wondered why some skills feel great on raid bosses but clunky in fast fights, this guide explains why. Plus, we’ll show you how different hitboxes and cooldowns impact skill effectiveness.
How the DPS Test Was Conducted
To create an accurate comparison of Palworld’s exclusive skills, each ability was tested in a controlled setup. The focus was entirely on the raw DPS output, excluding elemental effectiveness. Instead, the test looked at how often each skill landed hits across various hitbox types. The Pals used for testing included Bastigor, Victor, and Cenolord—each with noticeably different body shapes and hit areas.
Multi-hit skills like Nightmare Bloom, Glacial Impact, and Magna Crush were analyzed for hit frequency, total animation time, and how well they loop in real battle scenarios. For instance, Bellanoir Libero’s Nightmare Bloom can hit between 115 to 160 times per use, but only if the enemy’s hitbox allows for it. Each skill's power factor was measured per part—like Rio’s crush, explosion, and impact elements—then mapped out in a skill sheet referenced later in this guide.
Understanding Hitbox Interaction and Skill Efficiency
Different Pals have different hitboxes, which dramatically affects how many hits a multi-hit skill can land. For example, Victor's wide body and large wings make him an ideal target for high-hit attacks like Holy Burst or Nightmare Bloom. In contrast, slimmer or floating Pals like Bern don’t absorb nearly as many hits, causing a noticeable DPS drop. Cenolord’s hitbox is similar to Victor’s, but subtle differences were still seen in how certain skills performed.
These tests did not apply elemental advantages or resistances. To adjust damage based on effectiveness, simply multiply base values by 1.5 for super-effective damage or 0.66 for resisted types. This gives you a rough estimate of how a skill will perform under typical battle conditions. It's also worth noting that some skills, like Beam Slash, are currently bugged and may not hit bosses unless triggered while mounted, further impacting overall utility.
Cooldowns, Tokens, and Party Pal Differences
Skill cooldowns vary between base and party pals, which plays a major role in overall DPS output. Party pals, especially when enhanced with bounty tokens, enjoy shorter cooldowns and elemental boosts, depending on their type. These tokens slightly increase effectiveness, especially in longer battles. This bonus was included in the testing to reflect realistic team setups players might use in raids or PvE content.
The Rio explosion skill, for instance, performed inconsistently—sometimes only triggering one or two blasts instead of four. Similarly, Bellanoir Libero's Nightmare Bloom can drastically vary in damage output depending on whether it’s used against a small or large target. These factors show how important it is to consider both hitbox compatibility and skill consistency when choosing abilities for your lineup.
Skill Looping and Animation Time Considerations
One of the most overlooked aspects of DPS is animation time. Even if a skill hits hard, a long animation can delay the next attack cycle, lowering overall damage output in practice. This is especially important for party pals, where cooldowns are shorter and efficiency matters more. Bellanoir Libero’s Nightmare Bloom has powerful potential, but its lengthy animation means it takes about 24 seconds to complete three skill loops. Switching to a faster skill like Flame Waltz speeds up the loop, resulting in only a minor DPS drop—around 15%.
Base pals aren’t as affected by animation time since their cooldowns are naturally longer. But for party setups, the delay can be a major drawback. High-animation skills like Glacial Impact, Magna Crush, and Nightmare Bloom may still work well in boss fights when paired with healing items or strategies that buy time, but they’re less effective in fast-paced combat.
Skill Rankings and DPS Impact Against Different Pals
To make comparisons easier, each skill was ranked based on its performance against Bern, who has a slim, non-floating hitbox. This gives a balanced benchmark for how effective a skill is in average conditions. In this context, both Bellanoir and Bellanoir Libero ranked high due to the consistent performance of their exclusive skills. Others, like Blazamut Ryu and Rio, showed variable results depending on how many hits their multi-part abilities could land.
Against Victor, single-hit skills like Astral Ray and Flame Waltz held steady regardless of hitbox size. But multi-hit moves like Blast Cannon and Wall Splash did significantly better due to Victor's wide structure. In contrast, the same skills showed less impact against slimmer targets. These results help highlight which skills are more versatile and which are best reserved for specific enemies.
Cenolord Testing and Token Variations
Cenolord’s hitbox is almost the same size as Victor’s, making it a useful secondary target for comparing skill efficiency. However, subtle differences in how some skills landed became apparent, especially when factoring in the added effects of bounty tokens. In some cases, token-boosted elemental effects allowed certain abilities to outperform expectations, while others fell short due to cooldown alignment or animation delays.
Serenity was assumed to be active for party pals during all tests, simulating a more optimized raid build. This allowed for a fairer comparison across skills, especially for Pals that benefit from passive healing or enhanced skill uptime. While Paladius’s exclusive was included, it was the least effective of the bunch, showing that not all high-profile skills perform well in actual combat scenarios.
Practical Takeaways for Party vs Base Builds
When deciding which exclusive skills to equip, your setup—party vs base—matters a lot. For base Pals, long animation times are less of a concern since cooldowns are naturally slower. But for party Pals, optimizing loops is key. High-power skills with long animations can reduce your total attacks per minute, making faster, slightly weaker skills more viable for sustained DPS.
Nightmare Bloom, for example, is still incredibly powerful and shouldn’t be ignored. But if you're trying to maximize efficiency in fast battles, switching to quicker skills like Flame Waltz may be a better choice. Similarly, Glacial Impact and Magna Crush might be best reserved for raid scenarios where healing items and support partners can offset their slower pace.
Final Thoughts on Palworld DPS Testing
Choosing the right exclusive skills in Palworld isn’t just about raw power. Animation time, cooldowns, hitbox compatibility, and party bonuses all influence actual battle performance. Skills like Nightmare Bloom and Blast Cannon may top the charts in damage, but only when used under the right conditions. For general use, it’s often smarter to pick faster, more reliable abilities that align with your Pal’s role and your team setup.
If you're building around party Pals, prioritize skills with short animations and consistent hit rates. For raid or boss encounters, longer animations like Glacial Impact or Magna Crush can shine when paired with healing support or downtime management. Use this guide as a foundation, but always factor in your actual team and the enemies you're facing.
FAQs
What’s the best DPS skill in Palworld?
Nightmare Bloom is one of the highest DPS skills due to its multi-hit potential, but its long animation makes it less ideal for fast-paced combat.
Why do hitboxes matter in DPS testing?
Larger hitboxes like Victor’s allow multi-hit skills to land more hits, increasing damage. Smaller or floating hitboxes may reduce a skill’s effectiveness.
Are party pals better than base pals for DPS?
Yes, party pals benefit from shorter cooldowns and bounty token bonuses, which can boost elemental damage and improve loop timing.
Should I always use high-damage skills like Glacial Impact?
Not always. If a skill has a long animation, it may lower your overall DPS in short battles. Faster skills often perform better in real-time combat.
How do I adjust for elemental strengths and weaknesses?
Multiply a skill’s base damage by 1.5 for super-effective hits or 0.66 for resisted ones to get a rough estimate of actual battle output.
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