At the height of tensions with Nintendo, Palworld developers have denied claims that the game will transition to a free-to-play model, explaining why that has never been a plan. The rumors emerged ahead of this year’s Tokyo Game Show, suggesting that Pocketpair is attempting to revive its "dead" title, Palworld. Though, when asked about the game's declining player base, the developers showed no concern and appeared satisfied with the current numbers.
In recent months, gamers have frequently heard the names Pocketpair and Palworld under less-than-ideal circumstances. The company and its 2024 hit game have been in the spotlight since Nintendo filed a lawsuit against Pocketpair, with fans on both sides awaiting the trials. Nintendo has a reputation for taking copyright lawsuits seriously, leaving Palworld players to wonder if this case could end the game's successful run. Some theories also suggest that Pocketpair may feel threatened and could opt for a new business strategy to save its flagship IP — a strategy that could potentially concentrate on microtransactions.
Developer Pocketpair talks about the future of Palworld as a franchise, and gives an overview of its plans for the popular game.
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