Developer Palworld first launched Overdungeon through Early Access on Steam in 2018
Kodoani.com – Pocketpair announced on Thursday the release of the card game Overdungeon on Nintendo Switch via an official trailer. This is an important step for the developer after the game has made a name for itself on the PC platform.
OverdungeonPocketpair's first game, first launched in Early Access on Steam in November 2018 and was officially released in August 2019. The game combines card elements, real-time strategy, and roguelike, brings a unique experience and is highly appreciated by the gaming community.
Pocketpair's development history
After the success of OverdungeonPocketpair continues to expand its product portfolio with other outstanding titles:
Craftopiaa diverse sandbox survival game that combines many elements from different genres.
Palworlda multiplayer survival game, launched on Steam Early Access in January 2024 and quickly reached 25 million users after just one month.
Palworld milestones
Palworld has launched on PlayStation 5 in 68 countries and territories on September 25, 2024. However, the game was not initially released in Japan on the same day. Pocketpair then released the game in Japan on September 27. In July 2024, Pocketpair partnered with Sony Music Entertainment Japan Inc. and subsidiary Aniplex to establish a joint venture Palworld Entertainmentto manage and develop game IP. Korean game company Krafton (developer of PUBG) signed a licensing agreement with Pocketpair for expansion Palworld to mobile platforms.
Legal controversy
Despite achieving many successes, Pocketpair also faced great challenges Nintendo and The Pokémon Company filed a patent infringement lawsuit at Tokyo District Court on September 18, 2024. Details of the lawsuit have not been announced, but it may affect Pocketpair's future development strategy.
Expectations with Overdungeon on Switch
With the Nintendo Switch's vast player base, the launch Overdungeon on this system has the potential to attract many new fans. This is not only an opportunity for Pocketpair to affirm its position in the gaming industry but also a strategic step in diversifying its product publishing platform.
