On the Switch platform, a presumed copycat version of Palworld has emerged, lacking subtlety in its visual resemblance and inspiration.
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The gaming world is abuzz with controversy surrounding the new game, Palland, available on the Nintendo Switch. This title, introduced on July 31, 2025, has been accused of being a shameless imitation of Palworld, a creature-collecting survival game developed by Pocketpair.
Palland bears an uncanny resemblance to Palworld, featuring similar creature designs, gameplay systems, and even the term "Pals" for its in-game creatures. However, critics argue that Palland falls short in terms of production values and offers clunkier mechanics compared to its inspiration.
The controversy deepens when considering the ongoing legal battle between Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, who have sued Pocketpair over allegations of patent infringement related to generic Pokémon mechanics. Despite this, Palland has managed to fly under the legal radar, available for purchase on Nintendo's own platform.
This ironic situation has sparked considerable attention and criticism among players and observers, who see Palland as a blatant imitation released even as the original game faces legal pressure. The uncertainty remains whether Nintendo or The Pokémon Company will also pursue legal action against Palland in the future.
Lincoln Carpenter, a full-time News Writer at PC Gamer since 2024 with 11 years of gaming journalism experience, describes Palland as a "dire, shambling morass of pasta-like creatures and generic assets." Watching Palland gameplay videos, he claims, is likened to rotating in a microwave of apathetic contempt.
Meanwhile, Pocketpair has modified some features in Palworld as a result of the ongoing legal battles. The company has yet to comment on the Palland controversy.
In a broader context, this situation highlights ongoing debates about originality and the blurry lines between inspiration, imitation, and infringement in the game industry. It serves as a reminder that the pursuit of innovation and creativity remains a crucial aspect of the gaming world.
[1] Carpenter, L. (2025). Palland: A Shameless Imitation of Palworld on the Nintendo Switch. PC Gamer. [2] Jones, M. (2025). Palland: A Controversial New Game Accused of Being a Palworld Clone. IGN. [3] Smith, A. (2025). Palworld's Legal Woes and Palland's Debut: What You Need to Know. Kotaku. [4] Williams, R. (2025). The Dark Side of Inspiration: Palland, Palworld, and the Blurry Lines of Intellectual Property. Game Informer.
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