Pokémon Go developer Niantic has been acquired by Scopely, the creators of Monopoly Go, in a staggering $3.5 billion deal. This acquisition brings Niantic's popular portfolio—including Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot—under Scopely's umbrella, alongside their existing titles.
This is significant news for Pokémon Go fans and the mobile gaming industry as a whole. While Niantic's branded games are now part of Scopely and its parent company, Savvy Games Group, Niantic's AR technology division will operate independently as Niantic Spatial, retaining Ingress Prime and Peridot. For players, service disruptions are expected to be minimal.
Looking Ahead
For a deeper dive into the business implications of this acquisition, visit our sister site PocketGamer.biz. This merger represents a major shift for both companies and could significantly impact the future of mobile gaming, potentially in positive ways for players.
Given the success of Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, alongside the continued dominance of Pokémon Go, significant disruptions to these games seem unlikely. However, the long-term effects on the broader mobile gaming landscape remain to be seen. This acquisition could mark a pivotal moment.
With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest in Paris, it's already shaping up to be a big year for the popular AR game. If you're planning a return to the world of Pokémon Go, check out our list of Pokémon Go promo codes for a helpful boost.
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