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Palworld Developer Has Removed Game Features Due to Nintendo Legal Pressure

  • Nintendo and The Pokémon Company filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocketpair in 2024, prompting game changes.
  • The lawsuit claims Palworld copies patented mechanics, such as summoning creatures via spheres and gliding with creature assistance, leading to legal pressure on Pocketpair.
  • As a result, Pocketpair removed Pal Spheres and the ability to glide with Pals, replacing them with static summons and gliding using a glider to comply with ongoing litigation.
  • Pocketpair described these changes as necessary compromises and expressed disappointment, apologizing for the impact on players while disputing the validity of the patents.
  • Although facing challenges, Pocketpair continues to advance Palworld’s development and provide new content, all while actively contesting Nintendo’s legal claims to minimize further setbacks.
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