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June 12, 2026· 13:08

Patching Palworld and selling nostalgia

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1. Nintendo's Palworld Lawsuit Reportedly Narrows to Older Game Versions

Source: 🇯🇵 AUTOMATON

A report says the patent suit Nintendo and The Pokémon Company filed over Palworld has been narrowed to target only older versions of the game—likely a consequence of Pocketpair's defensive updates.

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2. The First Descendant Launches Evangelion Crossover June 18 with Rei, Asuka, and Mari Plug Suit Skins

Source: 🇯🇵 4Gamer.net − 最新記事

Nexon's looter-shooter The First Descendant teams up with Neon Genesis Evangelion on June 18, adding plug suit-inspired skins for Rei, Asuka, and Mari alongside a new collaboration trailer.

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3. Pokémon Drops Apparel and Goods Featuring Classic Game Box Art This June

Source: 🇯🇵 4Gamer.net − 最新記事

The Pokémon Company is releasing T-shirts, pins, and more decorated with the cover art of past Pokémon game releases, hitting Pokémon Center Online on June 18.

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