New Palworld Lookalike Launches on Switch Amid Ongoing Legal Battle

A recently launched adventure game called Palland bears striking similarities to Palworld. This release coincides with Nintendo’s attempts to sue Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld, for alleged plagiarism tied to the Pokemon franchise.

The game Palland has emerged for purchase on Nintendo’s online store, showcasing characters and gameplay mechanics that echo those found in Palworld. After its debut in January 2024 that attracted over two million players on Steam, Palworld has caught Nintendo’s interest, prompting legal action to protect its intellectual property.

Palland Features Like Palworld

Nintendo has approved Palland for sale on its eShop, featuring gameplay elements such as resource collection, crafting, and creature battles. The origins of Palland, developed by BoggySoft, appear to have drawn inspiration from Palworld’s concepts, evident in its gameplay descriptions.

The game is currently available for $3.99, reduced from its original price of $9.99, offering a timely discount for those interested.

The irony of this clone arriving while Nintendo is advancing a legal conflict with Pocketpair is evident, creating an unusual scenario where a clone appears on the same platform that is prosecuting alleged plagiarism. The outcome of this continued legal battle remains uncertain as it approaches its one-year mark in September.