Pocketpair, the developer embroiled in a patent infringement lawsuit concerning its popular title Palworld, has unexpectedly launched its 2019 game, OverDungeon, on the Nintendo eShop. This action card game, blending tower defense and roguelike elements, marks Pocketpair's first Nintendo Switch release and arrives without prior announcement.
The launch coincides with a 50% discount running until January 24th, a celebratory move despite the ongoing legal battle with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company. This lawsuit, filed in September 2024, alleges that Palworld's Pal Spheres infringe on Pokémon's creature-capturing patents. While Pocketpair has expressed regret over the situation and pledged cooperation, the release of OverDungeon on the Nintendo eShop has sparked online speculation, with some suggesting it's a strategic response to the lawsuit.
The decision to release OverDungeon on the Nintendo Switch, while Palworld is available on PS5 and Xbox, remains unexplained. This isn't Pocketpair's first brush with comparisons to Nintendo properties; their 2020 title, Craftopia, drew parallels to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Despite the ongoing legal issues, Pocketpair continues to support Palworld with updates and collaborations, including a recent crossover with Terraria.
The Palworld lawsuit remains unresolved, with some legal experts predicting a protracted legal process. Pocketpair has hinted at future plans for Palworld, including a Mac port and a potential mobile release. The company's simultaneous commitment to Palworld and the surprise launch of OverDungeon on the Nintendo eShop present a complex and intriguing situation within the gaming industry.
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