The Pokémon Company Safeguards its Intellectual Property Rights
The Pokémon Company has released a brief statement on January 25th regarding the protection of its brand by investigating games that may infringe upon its intellectual property (IP) rights.
In the statement, The Pokémon Company stated that it has received “numerous inquiries regarding a game released by another company in January 2024” and announced that it will examine any game that violates its IP and “take appropriate action to address any infringements.”
While no specific title was mentioned, the reference to a game released in January 2024 points to Pocketpair’s Palworld as the likely target of the investigation, considering the widespread questions and comparisons to it as “Pokémon with weapons.”
Palworld sold over 8 million copies in six days after its release, capturing the attention of many monster collecting fans.
The mentioned Kotaku article informs of a mod showcased by YouTuber ToastedShoes. This mod transformed Palworld’s creatures into Pokémon characters and Asha into the protagonist in a short demonstration video.
Pocketpair’s CEO, Takuro Mizobe, previously denied allegations of intellectual property theft, claiming that the game underwent all necessary legal reviews, as reported by Automaton. Additionally, he stated: “We take the creation of our games very seriously and have absolutely no intention of infringing on the intellectual property rights of other companies.”
It remains to be seen whether The Pokémon Company has taken any action against Palworld. One thing is certain: after this statement, controversies surrounding Palworld’s development are likely to resurface.
Below is the full statement:
“We have received numerous inquiries regarding a game released by another company in January 2024. We did not authorize the use of Pokémon intellectual property or resources in this game. We intend to investigate this matter and take appropriate action to address any infringements on Pokémon-related intellectual property rights. We will continue to nurture each Pokémon and its world, striving to bring closeness and unity to the world of Pokémon in the future.” – Rappler.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The source of the article is from the blog radiohotmusic.it