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The US Patent Office have rejected a Nintendo Pokemon patent for summoning subcharacters
The US Patent Office has rejected a Nintendo patent related to summoning subcharacters for battle, citing prior art from Nintendo, Konami, and Bandai Namco. While Nintendo can appeal, the rejection is seen as positive news for game developers facing potential patent disputes. The article criticizes the concept of patenting gameplay mechanics.
US Patent Office rejects Nintendo's 'summon subcharacter and let it fight' patent
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has rejected Nintendo's patent for a 'summon subcharacter and let it fight' mechanic, citing prior art. Nintendo has two months to respond to the non-final decision. This comes as Nintendo and The Pokemon Company are already in litigation with Pocketpair over alleged patent infringements related to Palworld.
USPTO Has Rejected Nintendo’s “Summon-and-Battle” Patent For Being Too “Obvious”
The US Patent and Trademark Office has revoked a patent granted to Nintendo and The Pokémon Company concerning "summon-and-battle" mechanics, deeming it "obvious." This decision is non-final, allowing Nintendo two months to appeal or modify the application. The USPTO's re-examination cited prior art, including patents from Nintendo itself, Konami, and Bandai Namco, and is part of Nintendo's broader legal strategy, particularly concerning Palworld.
US Patent Office revokes Nintendo's controversial Pokémon battling patent in nonfinal decision
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a nonfinal decision to revoke Nintendo's controversial US patent 12,403,397, which described a system for battling summoned characters. This decision follows an ex parte reexamination ordered by the USPTO Director, citing similarities to prior art. Nintendo has the opportunity to appeal this ruling.
Nintendo's 'Summon Character To Fight' Patent Rejected By US Patent Office
The US Patent Office has rejected Nintendo's patent for a 'summon character to fight' mechanic, a move that could impact its legal disputes with Palworld. The patent was revoked based on prior art, including patents from Konami and Bandai Namco, though Nintendo has a chance to respond. This decision comes after a rare re-examination order from the USPTO director.
April Fool's Day is upon us, and you know what that means: Bubsy feet pics
Gaming companies participated in April Fool's Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and gags. These included a fake trailer for The Witcher 3 featuring a horse controller, an AI-powered visual upgrade for Crusader Kings III, and a dating simulator spin-off for Palworld. Other jokes involved World of Warcraft adding new features, a console designed for CRPGs, and Satisfactory adding male representation.
Nintendo's legal fight with Palworld suffers a reversal as the USPTO reject their patent on character-summoning battle mechanics
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a non-final rejection of Nintendo's patent for character-summoning battle mechanics, a decision that could impact the ongoing legal dispute with Palworld developer Pocketpair. While Nintendo has two months to respond, this ruling suggests the patent may not be as strong as initially believed, potentially affecting other games that utilize similar mechanics.
Nintendo's Pokemon battling claim is too "obvious" to stand, US patent office says as it revokes the application, but the door's open for the publisher to fight back
The US Patent and Trademark Office has revoked a patent held by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company for summoning creatures to battle, deeming it too obvious. This decision is non-final, allowing Nintendo to appeal. This patent is separate from the ongoing legal case against Palworld developer Pocketpair concerning creature capturing and riding features.
Palworld dating sim "obviously" isn't NSFW, Pocketpair publishing boss clarifies: "We might be goofy…
Pocketpair's head of publishing, John Buckley, clarified that the upcoming dating sim "More Than Just Pals," set in the Palworld universe, is not intended to be an 18+ adult game. Despite its suggestive premise and a trailer that made it seem very real, the studio aims for a more lighthearted, albeit potentially quirky, experience rather than explicit content.
USPTO has rejected Nintendo’s summon character and let it fight Pokemon patent
The USPTO has issued a non-final rejection of Nintendo's patent for summoning characters to fight, a mechanic common in video games. This patent was previously granted for the Pokemon franchise and is a central point in a lawsuit against Palworld in Japan.
USPTO Rejects Nintendo's Controversial 'Summon Character and Let It Fight' Pokémon Patent in Non-Final Ruling, as Palworld Legal Battle Rumbles On
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a non-final rejection of Nintendo's patent for 'summon character and let it fight,' a system heavily associated with Pokémon. This ruling comes as legal battles surrounding the game Palworld continue.
Palworld dating Sim is officially real, as PocketPair announced development has begun
PocketPair has announced that the Palworld Dating Sim, initially an April Fools' joke, is now officially in development. The company confirmed that work has begun on the new title.
Palworld dating Sim is officially real, as PocketPair announced development has begun
PocketPair has officially announced that development has begun on a Palworld dating simulator. Further details regarding the project's scope and release window have not yet been disclosed.
As expected - Slay the Spire 2 leads the way for the most played Steam Deck games for March 2026
Slay the Spire 2 topped the list of most played games on Steam Deck in March 2026. The article provides a top 50 list of popular titles, with other notable games including Stardew Valley, Baldur's Gate 3, and Elden Ring. The author also mentions continued playtime in Overwatch and Death Stranding 2.
A Palworld horror-themed dating sim spinoff is on the way
Developer Pocketpair has announced Palworld: More Than Just Pals, a horror-themed dating sim spinoff where players can romance and consume the game's creatures. Despite the announcement coinciding with April Fool's Day, Pocketpair insists it is not a joke and has launched a Steam page for the title. This follows the recent announcement of another spinoff, Palworld: Palfarm, a farming simulator.
Palworld: More Than Just Pals Dating Sim Is Also a Horror Game
Pocketpair has announced Palworld: More Than Just Pals, a dating sim spin-off that began as an April Fools' joke and is now slated for a 2025 release. A new gameplay video reveals horror elements, including a time loop and strange memories, alongside romance options with human and Pal characters. The game is in development for PC, while the main Palworld title is in early access for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Palworld Dating Sim 'Pal world! More Than Just Pals' Gets New Trailer Featuring Horror, Time Loops, and
Pocketpair has released a new trailer for Pal♡world! ~More Than Just Pals~, a spin-off dating sim based on Palworld, which is planned for PC via Steam. The trailer showcases a blend of romance, horror, puzzles, and time loop mechanics, featuring familiar Palworld characters reimagined as classmates and staff. The game is currently available for wishlisting on Steam, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Cursed Palworld dating sim "is real" and just got another trailer as Pocketpair publishing boss says it's our fault for asking for it: "You will carry this burden for the rest of your days"
Pocketpair has released a new trailer for Palworld ~ More Than Just Pals, an official dating simulator spin-off that is confirmed to be in development for PC. Publishing head John Buckley stated that the game is being made due to fan demand and will carry a "burden" for players. The trailer hints at dark undertones, including horror and mystery elements, suggesting a subversion of typical dating sim tropes.
Yes, the Palworld dating sim is actually real
Pocketpair has officially announced that the Palworld Dating Sim, titled Palworld: More Than Just Pals, is in active development, confirming it is not an April Fools' joke. The game will feature conversations with Pals and characters from the original Palworld, alongside a time loop narrative with elements of murder and mystique, drawing comparisons to Doki Doki Literature Club.
Palworld! More Than Just Pals ‘Special Video’, characters detailed
Pocketpair has released a new trailer, information, and screenshots detailing characters for their upcoming game, Palworld. The "Palworld! More Than Just Pals" special video provides further insight into the game's world and its inhabitants.