Palworld Devs Unveil Stealth Switch

Pocketpair's Surprise Nintendo Switch Release Amidst Legal Battle

Pocketpair, the developer embroiled in a legal dispute with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, unexpectedly launched its 2019 title, OverDungeon, on the Nintendo eShop. This action card game, blending tower defense and roguelike elements, marks Pocketpair's first Nintendo Switch release. The launch was unannounced, adding to the surprise, and is accompanied by a celebratory 50% discount until January 24th.

The company's move comes amidst an ongoing lawsuit stemming from accusations of patent infringement related to their popular game, Palworld. Filed in September 2024, the lawsuit alleges that Palworld's Pal Spheres infringe on Pokémon's creature-capturing system patents. Despite the controversy, Palworld received a major update in December, boosting its player count. The reasons behind choosing the Nintendo eShop for OverDungeon, while Palworld is available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox, remain unclear, sparking speculation online about its potential connection to the ongoing legal battle.

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