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gaming1 year ago

Palworld Faces Backlash and Legal Battle Over Nintendo Patent Claims

Japanese developer Pocket Pair has removed the ability to summon Pals by throwing Pal Spheres in their game Palworld, following a lawsuit from Nintendo over patent infringement. The update now requires players to summon Pals by holding the Pal Sphere, a change speculated to avoid legal issues due to similarities with Nintendo's Pokemon series. Nintendo's lawsuit seeks damages and an injunction to remove Palworld from the market, citing specific patents related to gameplay mechanics. The change has been unpopular with fans who used the previous method strategically.

via Niche Gamer|
#game-update#gaming#lawsuit
gaming1 year ago

"Palworld: Updates Teased as Game Surpasses 250,000 Glowing Steam Reviews"

Two months after its release, Palworld's player count has decreased from its peak of 2.1 million to around 140-180,000 concurrent players, but it remains popular on Steam. The game's updates have focused on bug fixes rather than adding new content, and there is uncertainty about the long-term plan for the game. Despite its drop in players, Palworld continues to have a solid community and may see a resurgence with future updates, although it is unlikely to become a direct competitor to Pokémon.

via Forbes|
#game-updates#gaming#palworld
gaming1 year ago

"Palworld's Player Base Plummets: What's Next for the Controversial Game?"

Palworld, a game that initially peaked at 2.1 million players on Steam, has seen a significant drop in its player base, with concurrent peaks now at around 750,000, marking a two-thirds decrease in just 15 days. Despite this, the game's success has brought in substantial revenue for developer Pocketpair, who are now working to scale and grow the game further. The long-term sustainability of Palworld remains uncertain, but the potential for continued success and competition with established franchises like Pokémon is still a possibility.

via Forbes|
#gaming#palworld#player-drop
gaming1 year ago

"Palworld Potential: Unleashing Rideable Carts, Village Destruction, and More"

Scrapped content from the debut trailer of the popular game Palworld, including rideable carts, village destruction, and various other features, may be making a return soon, as revealed by a Reddit user. Existing players and fans have expressed surprise and anticipation for these potential future updates, while some speculate on the impact these features could have on gameplay.

via Dexerto|
#future-updates#game-features#gaming
gaming1 year ago

"Palworld's Eye-Watering Server Costs: Ensuring Uninterrupted Service at a High Price"

Palworld, a hugely popular game, is facing significant server costs, with the developer spending a substantial amount to keep Xbox and PC servers running. The CEO joked about going bankrupt due to the fees, which have increased by 359%. Despite server troubles, Xbox is providing dedicated servers and performance improvements. Palworld has already become the biggest third party Game Pass launch of all time and has been played by over seven million players on Xbox.

via TrueAchievements|
#game-pass#gaming#palworld
gaming1 year ago

"Uncovering the Overlooked Gem in Palworld: A Player's Perspective"

Palworld, a popular game on Steam, has garnered praise from players for its fun gameplay without microtransactions. Despite missing some features, such as microtransactions, players have highlighted this as the best part of the game, expressing relief at not having to pay extra for in-game advantages or content. The absence of microtransactions has resonated with the community, especially in an era where many games are filled with DLCs and skins, and has contributed to the game's success.

via Dexerto|
#gaming#gaming-industry#microtransactions
gaming1 year ago

"Mastering Raids and Base Defense in Palworld: Essential Tips for Players"

Palworld's constant raids and invasions of players' bases are unbalanced and offer no real benefit for successful defense, leading to frustration and resource loss. Players are advised to turn off raids in the game settings until significant fixes are made to the system, as the current mechanics do not provide meaningful rewards or XP for defense. The raids scale to player level rather than Pal level, causing imbalance, and the AI for base defense is problematic. Until improvements are implemented, disabling invasions is a reasonable choice for players.

via Forbes|
#base-defense#game-settings#gaming
gaming1 year ago

"The Pokémon Company Investigates Controversial 'Palworld' Video Game"

The Pokémon Company is investigating the game Palworld, which features creatures resembling Pokémon using guns and engaging in darker activities, for potential infringement on its intellectual property. Despite the developer's claims that the game is more similar to other titles, the company has stated that it has not granted permission for the use of Pokémon assets in the game and will take appropriate measures if necessary. The statement suggests that the situation could change pending the results of the investigation.

via Engadget|
#gaming#intellectual-property#investigation
gaming2 years ago

"Palworld: The Viral Gaming Sensation Taking Xbox and Steam by Storm"

Palworld, a multiplayer monster-collecting survival game, has become a viral hit, selling over 7 million copies in just five days since its early access launch on Steam and Game Pass. Dubbed "Pokémon with guns," the game features cute monsters and firearms, and is set to receive updates including PvP fights, raid bosses, and crossplay support. Despite its controversial premise, Palworld has quickly become the most-played game on Steam, surpassing 1.5 million concurrent players and aiming to challenge popular titles like PUBG.

via The Verge|
#early-access#gaming#multiplayer
gaming2 years ago

"Palworld: Ultimate Guide to Finding and Catching Rare Creatures"

Rooby is a Fire-type Pal in the popular game Palworld, known for its fawn-inspired appearance and fire-breathing abilities. Players can find Rooby in various locations such as Marsh Island and Mount Obsidian, but must lower its health to increase the catch rate when using a Pal Sphere. In addition to battling, Rooby can also be put to work in the game, handling fire-related tasks in the player's base.

via Dexerto|
#fire-type-pal#gaming#pal-sphere
gaming2 years ago

"Shuhei Yoshida Addresses Palworld's Potential Release on PS5 and Nintendo Switch"

The action-adventure game Palworld, often described as "Pokemon with guns," may potentially come to the PS5, as Sony Interactive Entertainment's Shuhei Yoshida responded positively to a fan's request on Twitter and tagged a PlayStation executive. Despite previous statements causing confusion, Pocket Pair's community manager clarified that the game's release on PlayStation platforms is not ruled out, and an official FAQ on Steam indicates that the developer is considering a PS5 version.

via PlayStation LifeStyle|
#gaming#indie-game#palworld
gaming2 years ago

"Palworld: Record-Breaking Sales and Player Numbers on Steam"

Palworld, an Early Access game, has sold over 4 million copies in three days and achieved the second-highest concurrent player base on Steam, trailing only PUBG: Battlegrounds. Despite controversy over alleged Pokemon character similarities and AI use, the game's popularity continues to soar, surpassing titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Elden Ring. Developer Pocket Pair has yet to publicly address the accusations.

via Insider Gaming|
#gaming#gaming-controversy#palworld