It's a significant day for Pokémon Go, not due to in-game events, but because of a major business move outside the game. Niantic, the developer behind Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot, has been acquired by Scopely, the team behind the successful Monopoly Go! This acquisition means that most of Niantic's game catalog is now under the umbrella of Scopely and their parent company, Savvy Games Group.
The deal was struck for an impressive $3.5 billion. As part of this acquisition, Niantic's augmented reality technology division will split off as a standalone company called Niantic Spatial, which will continue to operate Ingress Prime and Peridot. Fans can expect minimal disruption to service, but this move represents a significant shift in the mobile gaming industry.
Go-ing further
For those interested in the business side of this acquisition, our sister site PocketGamer.biz offers in-depth analysis. This merger is a major milestone for both companies and could significantly impact the mobile gaming community in a positive way.
Both Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now have been increasingly profitable for Niantic, though Pokémon Go remains the flagship title. These games are unlikely to see any immediate changes. However, the broader implications for the mobile gaming market remain to be seen, and this could mark a pivotal moment.
With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest in Europe set to take place in Paris, 2025 is already shaping up to be a landmark year for this beloved AR game. If you're planning to dive back into the world of Pokémon Go, don't forget to use our list of Pokémon Go promo codes to enhance your experience.
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