
The patent numbered 12,409,387, issued today, pertains to the seamless transition of rideable items in games, but it appears that Pocketpair has already circumvented this aspect in Palworld, so its acquisition doesn’t pose a significant threat at this moment.
However, as GamesFray reveals in their comprehensive analysis of the situation, Patent No. 12,403,39, granted on September 2, is a more pressing issue, not just for Palworld, but potentially for many other games too. This patent (No. ‘397) primarily focuses on the core mechanics of calling upon a character to engage in combat with another. This sounds reminiscent of Pokémon, but it also includes elements that are common in numerous other games.
Unlike most patents, which often encounter challenges or rejections during their approval process, this one sailed through the U.S. Patent Office without any objections. It was filed in March 2023 and granted only last week.