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 game portfolio, including Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot, under Scopely's umbrella.
This significant event marks a major shift for the mobile gaming landscape. While Niantic's branded games now belong to Scopely and its parent company, Savvy Games Group, Niantic's AR technology division will operate independently as Niantic Spatial. Ingress Prime and Peridot will remain with Niantic Spatial. For players, minimal service disruption is anticipated.
Looking Ahead
For a deeper dive into the business aspects of this acquisition, visit our sister site PocketGamer.biz. This merger represents a significant change for both companies, potentially impacting fans in substantial ways, hopefully positively.
Given the success of Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, alongside the continued dominance of Pokémon Go, significant disruptions seem unlikely. However, the long-term effects on the mobile gaming industry remain to be seen; this could be 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 an extra advantage.
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