Nintendo and The Pokémon Company Sue Palworld Developer for ¥10 Million, Seek Injunction

Nov 8, 2024, 11:50 AM

Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have filed a lawsuit against Palworld's developer, Pocketpair, alleging that the game infringes on multiple Pokémon patents. The plaintiffs are seeking damages totaling ¥10 million (approximately $66,000), with each company demanding ¥5 million plus late payment damages. The lawsuit also seeks an injunction to stop the sale of Palworld. The patents in question include those related to game programs that involve throwing items to catch characters.