Pocketpair, the mastermind behind the highly acclaimed survival-crafting sensation Palworld, has warned its fan base sternly about mobile applications falsely claiming to be Palworld.
In an official statement on Twitter/X, the Palworld team emphasized that these apps, featuring names like 'パルワールド' and 'Palworld,' are not affiliated with the company in any capacity.
No Legitimate Palworld Mobile App
The official Palworld account categorically stated that there is no legitimate Palworld application designed for mobile phones. Despite the appearance of apps using Palworld's name and product images on both the App Store and Google Play, users are urged to exercise extreme caution, as these applications have no connection to the official Palworld entity.
[Warning]
— Palworld (@Palworld_EN) January 31, 2024
There is no Palworld application for phones. Apps using names and product images such as "パルワールド" and "Palworld" are appearing on the AppStore and Google Play, but they are not affiliated with our company in any way.
We have reported this issue to Apple, which…
"Please be careful about phone games appearing to be Palworld! These are all fake!" Pocketpair community manager "Bucky" said.
While there's no mobile version of Palworld at the time, Pocketpair confirmed that it is currently working on a hybrid-casual smartphone game.
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Taking Action Against Fraudulent Apps
Promptly responding to this issue, Pocketpair reported the fraudulent apps to the respective platform operators, Apple and Google, TechRadar reports. The objective is to address the unauthorized use of Palworld's branding and prevent potential risks associated with downloading these apps, which may lead to personal information leaks or fraudulent activities.
Unofficial Presence on the Apple App Store
A cursory examination of the Apple App Store reveals the existence of at least one app exploiting Palworld's name and imagery. This underscores the need for users to remain vigilant and discerning, especially considering that Palworld is currently exclusively accessible on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, with compatibility through Xbox Game Pass.
Palworld's Platform Availability
Palworld gamers should be aware that the game is officially available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Any claims of a mobile version should be treated with skepticism, reinforcing the importance of verifying the legitimacy of platforms before downloading or engaging with any applications.
Palworld's early access launch on Jan. 19 garnered immediate acclaim, solidifying its position as a player-favorite. Pocketpair is actively addressing issues through a stream of patches and has unveiled an early-access roadmap, hinting at exciting future additions like raid bosses and PvP to elevate the gaming experience.
In response to certain challenges, the studio reaffirms its commitment to ensuring a secure gaming environment. Recent updates have specifically targeted cheats and exploits, promising to intensify efforts towards security enhancements. The overarching goal is cultivating an environment where players can immerse themselves in Palworld with peace of mind.
Palworld's Issue With Pokemon
Since Pokemon fans noticed some similarities to other Pal models, The Pokemon Company immediately launched an investigation regarding the viral game.
The game, described as "Pokemon with guns," appears to be using TPC's intellectual assets without any permission from the original developer.
In other news, Keen Games said that its Palworld-like survival game Enshrouded reached more than one million players in just four days.
