Palworld 1.0: Fastest Ways to Farm Ancient Civilization Cores
Endgame players in Palworld can farm Ancient Civilization Cores by collecting Ancient Relics in the World Tree region, then processing them through the Ancient Relic Recycler. If you haven’t progressed to the World Tree yet, you can still work toward Cores by running Expeditions over time, taking part in Raid Boss summons, using a Large Fishing Pond setup, or targeting higher-level oil rigs—specifically Lv. 55 and above.
And if you’re not interested in tracking down the pals that make it easier to set up leather production, you can still ranch Leather-making Pals in Palworld.
Farming Ancient Civilization Cores after the World Tree
Once Palworld hit version 1.0, Ancient Civilization Cores became even more valuable. They’re the key ingredient for AI Cores, and AI Cores are required for the majority of endgame items. If you’re playing at Lv. 74+ and have already reached the World Tree, the recommended step is to acquire the Ancient Relic Recycler from your Technology tree.
To build the recycler, make sure you have the following materials ready:
- 50 Paloxite Ingot
- 50 Mythical Wood
- 30 Ancient Civilization Parts
- 20 Ancient Civilization Cores
Yes—this process initially asks you to spend Ancient Civilization Cores. The payoff is that once the recycler is running, you can begin mass-producing Cores afterward.
To operate it, load the recycler with all the Ancient Relics you have, along with World Tree Holy Water. Turn on the Recycler, then wait for a Pal with Handiwork to take over. When the process completes, select Acquire to take your rewards.
Getting Ancient Civilization Cores before the World Tree
If you haven’t made it to the World Tree yet, the most dependable slow method is to send your Pals on Expeditions. To start obtaining Ancient Civilization Cores through this route, you must unlock at least the Astral Frost Cavern.
You don’t need to obsess over high Expedition success rates. Even a 30% chance still gives you a reasonable shot at pulling Cores over time. That said, if you want faster Expedition results, the best lever you can pull is the Pal Condenser. Upgrading Pals (including basic options) with stars can dramatically increase their Expedition Firepower—so even a simple Pal like Cattiva or Lamball can perform much better.
Another practical habit: while you’re roaming, bring a lower-level Pal along so it can keep leveling up as you travel.
Other ways to earn Ancient Civilization Cores
Expeditions aren’t the only path. In addition to recycling Ancient Relics, you can chase Ancient Civilization Cores through several other activities:
- Summon Raid Bosses: Each player can receive Ancient Civilization Cores from the run, so playing with more friends increases your overall reward chances.
- Large Fishing Pond: Assign Pals to fish for Large Fish Silhouette. There’s a low chance of Ancient Civilization Cores, but it can be set up for AFK play—just make sure a Pal is actively assigned, because otherwise the Pal may only fish during downtime, slowing the process considerably.
- Raid Lv. 55+ Oil Rigs: The big chest on these rigs has a chance to drop Ancient Civilization Cores. You can locate the chest, clear the surrounding area, and open it peacefully—you don’t need to wipe out the entire location.
- Explore the World Tree: Beyond recycling Ancient Relics, the World Tree also offers Ancient Civilization Cores through chest openings and rummaging through junk piles.
