Palworld Mobile
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As Palworld lawsuit drags on, Nintendo tries and fails to secure another patent on monster-capturing mechanicsNintendo has reportedly failed to secure a patent for touchscreen-based monster-catching mechanics, a decision made while its ongoing lawsuit against Palworld developer Pocketpair continues. The Japan Patent Office found no inventive step in Nintendo's application, deeming it a general rule set without technological originality. This development comes as Palworld previously adjusted its creature-capturing system to appease the ongoing infringement lawsuit.
Nintendo denied touchscreen-specific patent as the legal battle against Palworld developer Pocketpair continuesNintendo has been denied a touchscreen-specific patent related to character capturing and combat mechanics, a move that appears to target games like Palworld Mobile. This rejection follows a previous denial by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and highlights ongoing legal challenges for Nintendo against Pocketpair.
Krafton surpasses $2bn in revenue for the first time in its historyKrafton has achieved a record-breaking year, surpassing $2.05 billion in revenue for the first time in its history, driven primarily by its PUBG franchise which saw double-digit growth. The company also reported a significant increase in operating profit and detailed revenue breakdowns across mobile, PC, and console platforms. Krafton plans to focus on expanding its intellectual properties and transitioning into an AI-first company, with 15 projects in development.