Pokemon Go Dev Says It Won’t Undergo Major Changes Under New Leadership

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According to Niantic, there won’t be significant modifications to the Pokemon Go game following its acquisition by Scopely, a company owned by Saudi Arabia, which took place in March for approximately $3.5 billion.

As reported by IT Media and translated by Automaton, both Niantic and Scopely recently convened in Japan and released their initial statement about the merger. A representative from Niantic stated, “Although Scopely will be involved, our game’s direction won’t experience any significant alterations. Instead, they will aid in its ongoing enhancement, while we continue with our usual approach. In simpler terms, don’t worry – the game is not going to be shut down.

Scopely mentioned that they have assessed Pokemon Go’s popularity among players, suggesting that they recognize its worth and plan to keep backing it up.

Currently, Niantic and Scopely are launching a fresh feature in Pokemon Go named Pokemon Stamp Rally. This enables players to visit designated spots to accumulate stamps, receive unique items, and meet uncommon Pokemon. At present, this feature is accessible solely in Japan and will commence on April 13, with the inaugural Stamp Rally event happening at Osaka World Expo.

Niantic has reassured concerned fans about the Scopely takeover, stating that Pokemon Go will not feature intrusive advertisements or sell user data to external parties. As we move forward in this month, Pokemon Go is carrying on with its Might and Mastery season, offering fresh activities, raid bosses, and special Spotlight Pokemon like the elusive Ultra Beasts Blacephalon and Stakataka.

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2025-04-11 22:11