Palworld Likely to Crossover with Fortnite Amid Pokémon Exclusion

Steam hit Palworld looks likely to crossover with Fortnite in the future, while Pokémon seemingly remains off the table.

Palworld, a Steam hit, is poised for a crossover with Fortnite, as hinted by Pocketpair's John Buckley expressing interest in a social media post. Epic Games has shown potential interest by adding Palworld to Fortnite's in-game survey, often used to gauge interest in future crossovers. Despite no direct mention of Fortnite, the timing aligns with the game's history of collaborations with major franchises like Resident Evil and Halo.

Fortnite's upcoming season is rumored to heavily feature gaming crossovers, with leaks suggesting appearances from Sonic, Kingdom Hearts, and Persona. Given Fortnite's recent focus on creature collecting gameplay, Palworld's creature-themed content could fit well. The ongoing absence of Nintendo and Pokémon crossovers in Fortnite further boosts Palworld's chances of a collaboration.

Palworld's recent resurgence on Steam post its 1.0 update raises questions about its similarities to Pokémon, with some Pal designs altered to reduce resemblance. The game's success, with over 40 million players, has positioned it favorably for potential crossovers. The ongoing legal dispute between The Pokémon Company and Pocketpair adds complexity to the situation, with a judgment expected soon.