Summary
The previously removedPokemonmod forPalworldis available once again, though its creators have taken some comedic liberties to skirt around issues regarding its legality. Since its launch earlier this month, the new game from developer Pocket Pair has achieved overwhelming success and has taken the internet by storm for its unique take on the monster-catching genre. Combining thePokemon-like Pals with survival gameplay similar to games likeMinecraftandRust,Palworldhas already seen millions of playersacross both its PC and Xbox versions. Now, a popular mod for the game is back with a twist.
Given the similarity of many ofPalworld’s creatures to Pokemon, it was only a matter of time before a fan created aPokemonmod for the game. YouTuber ToastedShoes would first debut thePalworldmod, bringing Pokemon like Torchic and Pikachu into the open-world survival game. Nintendo would also be quick to act in response to thePalworldmod, quickly issuing a DMCA takedown against the video with ToastedShoes stating that he would wait to release the mod, intending to “tread lightly.” However, now, just a week later, thePokemonmod is back with a new look.
A new video shared by ToastedShoes shows off the new version of a “legally distinct"Pokemonmod forPalworld, giving the creatures appearances inspired by their animal origins. Replacing Pikachu within the mod is a realistic rat with its fur tinted yellow, given the on-the-nose name of “Yellow Rat” within the mod. The video also shows off more humorousPokemonknock-offs including “Vegetative Turtle” as the mod’s version of Torterra, “Braided Sheep” replacing Wooloo, and “Potted Onion” in place of Oddish. The mod is available for download through NexusMods.
Palworld’s Pokemon Mod is Back with a Twist
While ToastedShoes will hope the changes help the mod to avoid further legal action from The Pokemon Company,Palworldhas already seen its fair share of accusations. Developer Pocket Pair has seen repeated allegations of using AI in the development ofPalworld, though the claims have so far been unproven. Many have also accusedPalworldof plagiarism for similarities to Pokemon within its Pal designs, withThe Pokemon Company reportedly investigatingPalworld.
ThoughPalworldhas seen significant controversy following its launch, none of the allegations have slowed down the game’s meteoric rise.Palworldwould report more than 7 million copiesof the game had been sold on Steam within less than a week of its launch. The game has also boasted consistently massive concurrent player counts on Steam, withPalworldsurpassing 2 million users playing the game’s PC version. With Pocket Pair teasing more content and the game’s widespread popularity,Palworldlooks poised to continue its early momentum well into the future.
Palworld
WHERE TO PLAY
In this game, you can peacefully live alongside mysterious creatures known as Pals or risk your life to drive off a ruthless poaching syndicate. Pals can be used to fight and breed, or they can be made to work on farms or factories. You can even sell them or eat them.Survival: In a harsh environment where food is scarce and vicious poachers roam, danger waits around every corner. To survive, you must tread carefully and make difficult choices…even if that means eating your own Pals when the time comes.Mounts & Exploration: Pals can be mounted to traverse the land, sea and sky—allowing you to traverse all kinds of environment as you explore the world.Collect all kinds of exciting Pals to fight, farm, build, and work for you in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!
