Palworld Triumphs in Japan Despite Nintendo Lawsuit

The indie game Palworld tops PS5 download charts in Japan while facing legal challenges from Nintendo and The Pokémon Company.

Palworld, developed by Pocketpair, has become the most downloaded PS5 game in Japan for October, surpassing major titles like Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero.
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have filed a lawsuit against Pocketpair, alleging patent infringements related to gameplay mechanics in Palworld.
The lawsuit focuses on patents concerning creature interactions, such as starting battles and riding creatures, which were filed after Palworld's release.
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company are seeking an injunction to halt Palworld sales and are demanding damages totaling 10 million yen.
Pocketpair is committed to defending its position and ensuring that indie developers are not deterred by legal challenges.