PUBG Creators Announce Palworld Mobile Development

Krafton and Pocket Pair are joining forces to bring a mobile version of Palworld to market. Krafton, known for PUBG, is venturing into the monster-catching genre with this collaboration.

PUBG Studios, a Krafton subsidiary, will lead the mobile development, adapting Palworld's core gameplay for mobile devices. This licensing agreement signifies an expansion of the Palworld intellectual property.

Unanswered Questions Remain

Details surrounding the mobile Palworld release remain scarce. The original Palworld launched on Xbox and Steam in January, achieving significant success. A PlayStation 5 release followed, excluding Japan, potentially due to an ongoing Nintendo lawsuit alleging patent infringement concerning Pokéball mechanics. Some players have dubbed Palworld "Pokémon with guns," highlighting its similarities to the popular Nintendo franchise. While Nintendo alleges patent infringement, Pocket Pair claims unawareness of the specific patents in question.

Krafton's Crucial Role

Expanding Palworld to mobile presents a considerable challenge for Pocket Pair, given the game's ongoing development. Krafton's expertise makes this partnership strategically sound, although the mobile project is likely in its early stages.

Further details regarding the mobile Palworld version—whether it will be a direct port or a modified adaptation—are eagerly awaited. For now, the official Steam page offers insights into the game's core gameplay and features.

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