## Steam Removal and Community Reaction
The capture-and-survival title *Pickmos* was removed from the Steam store after a wave of criticism pointing to plagiarism of franchises such as Pokémon, Palworld, and The Legend of Zelda. The decision came after publisher **Networkgo** directly intervened in the project, taking greater control over development.
Developed by studio **PocketGame**, the game had gained notoriety in recent weeks for featuring creatures, designs, and mechanics very similar to those of the cited games. Users reported a lack of originality, accusing the title of visually copying characters and concepts already established in the market.
## What Networkgo and PocketGame Promise
In the face of strong backlash, **Networkgo** announced that it will supervise the development team to ensure that the next version of the game is free of any intellectual property infringements. In an official statement, the company said it has heard player feedback and intends to revamp *Pickmos* before resubmitting it to Steam.
Studio **PocketGame** confirmed that it is already working on a revised version, but has not set a timeline for the relaunch. It is worth noting that the project did not yet have an official release date.
The controversy intensified when the game changed its name from *Pickmon* to *Pickmos* in an attempt to distance itself from the comparisons. However, the change was not enough to calm the community, which continues to point to a lack of creativity as a critical issue.
## Future Developments
With the page removed from Steam and the promise of a revamp, the future of *Pickmos* remains uncertain. The case highlights the challenges independent studios face when competing in a saturated market, especially when doubts arise about originality and copyright.
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*Source: GameRant*
