In an ironic twist of fate, Palland, a blatant imitation of Palworld, has made its way to the Nintendo Switch. This new title is designed to trick users who only skim titles. For only $4, it purports to deliver “a captivating survival, building, and exploration game” set in a “vast and dangerous environment” where players can collect resources, expand their shelters, and confront wildlife that can be both intimidating and beneficial.

Palland Image credit: BoggySoft

While we can criticize Palworld for its dubious homage to Pokémon, Palland takes things a step further with its visually unappealing design. The game showcases creatures that appear uninspired, perhaps most recognizably lacking the unique charm that characterizes its competitor.

Notably, Palland does not allow players to capture creatures in ball-shaped objects—potentially avoiding the same legal issues that troubled Palworld with Nintendo’s fixtures.

To sum up, while the existence of Palland might seem trivial, it raises larger conversations regarding originality and the bounds of imitation within video game culture.