The Pokémon Company makes a statement about Pokémon-like games released

The Pokémon Company issued a statement on January 25, 2024, in response to several customer inquiries regarding games from other companies, (in this case, the comparison with the recently released Palworld), launched during the same period that present similarities to Pokémon.

The company clarified that it has not granted licenses for the use of Pokémon's intellectual property or assets in these games. The statement emphasizes that the Pokémon Company is committed to investigating any violations of intellectual property rights related to Pokémon and will take appropriate measures to address these cases.

 

We have received many inquiries about the game from another company launched in January 2024. We have not granted any permission for the use of Pokémon's intellectual property or assets in this game. We intend to investigate and take appropriate measures to address any acts that infringe upon intellectual property rights related to Pokémon. Excerpt taken and translated from the statement.

The company reaffirms its commitment to protect the individuality of each Pokémon, take care of its world, and work to connect the world through these adorable creatures.

The message concludes by reiterating the Pokémon Company's intention to value and nurture each Pokémon, as well as its universe, and to continue working to unite the world through these iconic creatures in the future.

Check out the official statement from the Pokémon Company Here.
*This statement was originally published in Japanese and has been translated for international release.