Contends that Palworld potentially aims to challenge Pokemon's dominant position, by purchasing stock in a Japanese card game corporation, with a legal dispute involving Nintendo brewing in the background.
In a surprising move, game publisher Pocketpair has purchased a significant portion of shares in Bushiroad, a Japanese company renowned for its trading card games (TCGs). This investment has fueled speculation among fans about the possibility of a Palworld TCG. However, neither Pocketpair nor Bushiroad has officially confirmed any plans for such a game.
The partnership between Pocketpair and Bushiroad, along with Animate subsidiary Acos, suggests Pocketpair's interest in expanding Palworld beyond its initial game. This could potentially include TCGs, merchandising, and more. Yet, at this point, it remains fan speculation with no confirmed product release.
Pocketpair's publishing manager hinted at "big things" ahead, but details might take another year or two to materialize. The manager also mentioned that keeping the secret is "gonna kill me."
Meanwhile, Palworld, often referred to as the "Pokemon-with-guns" game due to its creature taming, collecting, and training mechanics, is currently embroiled in a major lawsuit filed by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company. Details about the progress or outcome of this lawsuit have not been disclosed.
Pocketpair, in an effort to challenge Pokemon's dominance, has established Palworld Entertainment last year, an arm dedicated to turning Palworld into a multi-media franchise through merchandising activities. They have also partnered with Sony for merchandise and anime. However, no information has been provided about any potential impact of the lawsuit on this partnership.
Gamebiz and Automaton have reported on the shares purchase involving Palworld, Pocketpair, ACOS, and Bushiroad. Takaaki Kidani, Bushiroad Corporation's CEO and president, is selling some of his shares, reducing his total stake in the company from 55.9% to 49.9%. The exact share split between Pocketpair and ACOS in the Bushiroad shares purchase is unclear.
It is important to note that the shares purchase does not guarantee the development of Palworld: The Trading Card Game. Additionally, no details were given about any potential legal action taken by Pocketpair or Palworld in response to the lawsuit. The news came as a shock to the folks at Pocketpair.
As we wait for more information, fans and industry observers alike are eager to see how Pocketpair will leverage Bushiroad's expertise in TCGs and how this move will impact the gaming landscape. Stay tuned for more updates.
- The news of Pocketpair's acquisition of a significant portion of Bushiroad shares has sparked excitement within the gaming community, as it hints at potential Palworld TCG development.
- With this partnership, Pocketpair may be planning to expand Palworld into various sectors, such as TCGs, merchandising, and more.
- Palworld, known for its Pokemon-like mechanics, is currently mired in a lawsuit filed by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, adding another layer of intrigue to the ongoing Palworld TCG speculation.
- In an attempt to outshine Pokemon, Pocketpair established Palworld Entertainment last year, focusing on turning Palworld into a multi-media franchise through merchandising activities.
- In addition to their merchandising partnership with Palworld Entertainment, Pocketpair has also partnered with Sony for anime production, but the impact of the ongoing lawsuit on these partnerships remains unclear.
- Gamebiz and Automaton reported on the shares purchase involving Palworld, Pocketpair, ACOS, and Bushiroad, with Takaaki Kidani, Bushiroad Corporation's CEO and president, selling some of his shares to Pocketpair and ACOS.
- While the shares purchase indicates a possible collaboration between Pocketpair and Bushiroad in the realm of trading card games, it does not guarantee the development of Palworld: The Trading Card Game.
- As the gaming industry anticipates the potential impact of Pocketpair's move on the gaming landscape, details about the development of Palworld: The Trading Card Game and any response to the ongoing lawsuit remain scarce.
- With the acquisition, Pocketpair seeks to leverage Bushiroad's expertise in TCGs and enter the competitive realms of smartphone gaming, gadgets, technology, entertainment, sports, sports-betting, finance, investing, business, and real-estate alongside the usual games and consoles, such as PS5, Switch, and TV action games.
