Pickmon Renamed: Pokémon and Palworld Lookalike’s New Title Revealed
The popular open-world creature collecting game, formerly known as Pickmon, has undergone a significant rebranding. The new title, Pickmos, was introduced by the developer PocketGame as part of an effort to align with the game’s brand identity and lore. This change appears to be an attempt to avoid potential legal issues with Nintendo, whose Pokémon series has influenced the game’s design.
Name Change and Branding
Initially launched on Steam last month, Pickmon faced criticism for its striking resemblance to Pokémon. Player comments on YouTube voiced their frustration with remarks like “Gotta Sue Them All.” In response to the mounting backlash, PocketGame decided to rename the game to Pickmos, which is intended to evoke a sense of “grand cosmos” and a comprehensive ecosystem.
Developer’s Statement
PocketGame has communicated its commitment to engage with the gaming community while developing new features and designs. A company statement highlighted that the new name embodies a stronger presence for the fantasy adventure they envision. However, despite these efforts, the reaction from players has been largely negative.
Community Response
Critics have expressed skepticism about the integrity of the game’s creations. One user declared, “You think we’re stupid? Everyone knows that you’re making nothing more than blatant plagiarised slop.” They also pointed out several design similarities to well-known characters, including Overwatch’s Roadhog and Link from Breath of the Wild.
Design Claims
- According to PocketGame, their Design Patent Department claims that the outlines are distinctly different.
- They assert that colors alone cannot constitute patent infringement.
- For a design to infringe upon another, it must have identical outlines, which they claim is not the case.
Current Status
As it stands, Pickmos does not have a confirmed release date, with only a PC version available on Steam reported as in development.
