Palworld

Nintendo Sues ‘Palworld’ Developer for Alleged Patent Infringement Over ‘Pokémon with Guns’ Game

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Tokyo, Japan — Nintendo, a giant in the global gaming industry, has taken legal action against Pocketpair, a developer it claims has infringed on its patents with the game “Palworld,” often referred to as “Pokémon with guns.” The lawsuit, filed in Tokyo District Court by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, targets the Japanese studio responsible for the viral game that echoes the style and gameplay of Nintendo’s famed “Pokémon” series. “Palworld,” which has seen remarkable sales exceeding five million copies within just three days of its launch, incorporates player characters armed with weapons alongside monsters … Read more

Nintendo Sues Palworld Developer Pocketpair Over Alleged Pokémon Patent Infringements

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TOKYO — A new legal battle is brewing as Nintendo has taken legal action against Pocketpair, the creators of Palworld, a game that Nintendo claims infringes on its immensely popular Pokémon series. The lawsuit, which was launched by Nintendo earlier this week, is focused on allegations that Palworld closely mimics the characters and gameplay dynamics of the long-standing Pokémon games, thereby violating multiple patent rights. In the complaint, Nintendo asserts that the similarities between its Pokémon franchise and Palworld are not merely superficial but extend to core elements protected by copyright. As a part of … Read more