Developer Pocketpair has publicly addressed the impact of a patent-infringement lawsuit from Nintendo and The Pokémon Company on its game, Palworld. The company confirmed it will remove the ball-throwing mechanic for summoning Pals and implement a patch requiring a glider item for gliding, both consequences of the ongoing legal battle. While Pocketpair acknowledged players' frustrations and expressed disappointment in having to make these changes, it disputes the validity of the patents involved, stating that compromises were necessary to avoid disruption in game development and distribution.
"Currently, we remain involved in prolonged legal proceedings regarding alleged patent infringement. We continue to dispute these claims and assert the invalidity of the patents in question."
"As many have speculated, these changes were indeed a result of the ongoing litigation. Everyone here at Pocketpair was disappointed that this adjustment had to be made."
"It was determined that this change was necessary... the alternative would have led to an even greater deterioration of the gameplay experience for players."
"We fully understand that many players feel the same frustration... but we had to make certain compromises in order to avoid disruptions to the development and distribution of Palworld."
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