Pocketpair would ‘love to have conversations’ to bring Palworld to Switch 2, CEO says
Pocketpair has publicly expressed interest in bringing the wildly popular game Palworld to Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 console. In a recent statement, the studio’s CEO indicated the company would be enthusiastic about having “conversations” with Nintendo regarding a potential port, suggesting openness to negotiating the partnership. This announcement is particularly notable given the ongoing legal dispute between Pocketpair and Nintendo, which filed a lawsuit against the developer over intellectual property concerns.
The contrast between the company’s willingness to collaborate and the parallel litigation highlights the complex commercial dynamics at play in the gaming industry. Palworld has been a commercial success since its early access launch, finding audiences on PC and PlayStation platforms. A Switch 2 version could expand the game’s reach significantly, particularly given Nintendo’s established user base and the console’s portability.
However, resolving the legal disputes would likely be a prerequisite for any official collaboration. The CEO’s comments suggest Pocketpair believes dialogue could be possible despite the current litigation, indicating potential flexibility on both sides as the Switch 2 launch approaches.