It's a landmark day for Pokémon Go, though not due to any in-game developments, but rather a significant move in the industry. Niantic, the developer behind popular titles such as Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot, has been acquired by Scopely, the creators of the successful Monopoly Go! This acquisition means that most of Niantic's catalog now falls under the umbrella of Scopely and their parent company, Savvy Games Group.
The deal was sealed for a staggering $3.5 billion. As part of this acquisition, Niantic's augmented reality technology division will split off to become a standalone company called Niantic Spatial, which will continue to manage Ingress Prime and Peridot. For fans, this transition is expected to have minimal impact on the service. However, for those following the gaming industry, this represents a significant shift.
Going Further
For those interested in the finer details of the business aspect, our sister site PocketGamer.biz offers an in-depth look. This acquisition marks a pivotal change for both companies and could have far-reaching effects on the mobile gaming landscape—hopefully, in a positive way.
Given the lucrative performance of Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, alongside the continued dominance of Pokémon Go, these games are expected to continue without disruption. The broader implications for the mobile gaming industry remain to be seen, and this could be a crucial turning point.
With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest in Europe set to take place in Paris, 2025 is shaping up to be a significant year for this beloved AR game. If you're planning to dive back into the world of Pokémon Go, don't forget to check out our list of Pokémon Go promo codes to give yourself a head start.
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