Palworld Development Impacted by Ongoing Legal Dispute: Gameplay Changes Introduced
Palworld developers share updates on gameplay changes due to ongoing legal dispute and litigation.
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Pocketpair, the studio behind Palworld, has updated fans on recent changes. These adjustments are tied to a legal battle over alleged patent infringement. The studio said it is still fighting the claims and believes the patents are invalid. However, to avoid further issues, some game features had to change.
Summoning System Changed in Patch v0.3.11
On November 30, 2024, Pocketpair released Patch v0.3.11. It removed the ability to summon Pals by throwing Pal Spheres. Instead, Pals now appear next to the player. Other mechanics were also updated. The studio confirmed these changes were a direct result of the lawsuit.
[Regarding the lawsuit, changes to Palworld and the future]
— Palworld (@Palworld_EN) May 8, 2025
We would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for the continued support of our fans over the past few months. We apologize for not being able to share as much information as we would like, but we trust…
Gliding Altered in Latest Update
Patch v0.5.5 introduced another major change. Players can no longer glide using Pals. They must now equip a glider item to do so. Pals will still offer support through passive buffs. Pocketpair admitted this was another difficult but necessary compromise.
The developers apologized for the inconvenience and concern the lawsuit has caused. They said the team shares the community’s frustration. Still, the focus remains on keeping the game running and evolving.
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Despite legal challenges, Pocketpair will continue developing Palworld. The team thanked players for their support and promised more content in the future.
