Pokemon Go Director Says No to Obtrusive Ads After Scopely Acquisition

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As a dedicated fan, I can assure you that I’ve been reassured by the Pokémon Go director themselves, that post the Scopely deal, we need not fret over any changes affecting the game.

Back in 2016, I was among those who couldn’t resist the allure when Pokemon Go burst onto the scene. Fast-forward nearly a decade, and even with some valid critiques from fellow fans, this augmented reality game continues to captivate an energetic player base.

Upon hearing that Niantic had indeed sold Pokémon Go and other games from its gaming division to Scopely, it’s understandable that many players felt concerned about where these games might be heading in the future.

Initially, certain issues arose about alterations in microtransactions and advertisements within the game. Subsequently, the director of Pokemon Go has recently shared additional insights with fans.

Pokemon Go director assures players it will not include “obtrusive ads” after Scopely deal

During an interview with Polygon, Michael Steranka, the senior product director, addressed concerns that have been a popular topic among the community. When asked if there would be annoying ads interrupting gameplay following the Scopely acquisition, he assured that it wouldn’t happen. In other words, players can expect no intrusive advertisements affecting their gaming experience post-acquisition.

In simpler terms, he emphasized that under no circumstances will that event occur within the game Pokémon Go, neither currently nor in the future.

Afterward, he elaborated on the fact that Scopely truly appreciates the game’s distinctiveness, implying that altering the game’s formula would be unwise given its significant popularity and success.

Indeed, we’re firmly against it. You won’t find intrusive ads in our games. I’d like to emphasize that Scopely values the autonomy of its teams, allowing them to make decisions best suited for each game. This approach is something we will never apply to Pokemon Go.

Beyond the current topic, Steranka has further eased players’ worries regarding privacy matters. He flatly stated, “We unequivocally do not sell player data to external entities.

As stated by the director, the game functions solely using location data, which is securely stored on servers situated within the United States. To ensure maximum protection, the team adheres to stringent regulatory guidelines and best practices in handling this data.

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2025-03-20 04:48