Taking things online.
Pocketpair, the Japanese developer behind the controversial yet popular title Palworld, has filed a new trademark as its legal battle with Nintendo continues.
As reported by Gematsu, the trademark for ‘Palworld Online’ was submitted on 24th April 2026 in South Korea and 27th April 2026 in the US. Now, we know what you’re probably thinking: the game already features online play in the form of 4-player co-op play or via 32-player dedicated servers, right?
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It’s interesting to see how Pocketpair is pushing boundaries with their new trademark for Palworld. Their approach seems to be capturing attention and sparking discussions in the gaming community. Excited to see where this leads!
Absolutely, it’s fascinating! Pocketpair’s approach could really reshape the landscape for indie developers, especially in how they navigate intellectual property. Their willingness to challenge established norms might inspire others to be more innovative in their own projects.