Scopely Acquires Niantic, Developer of Pokémon Go

It's a monumental day for fans of Pokémon Go, not due to in-game developments, but because of a major industry shift. Niantic, the developer behind Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot, has been acquired by Scopely, the creators of the hit game Monopoly Go!. This acquisition means that most of Niantic's successful catalogue now falls under the umbrella of Scopely and their parent company, Savvy Games Group.

The deal was sealed for an astonishing $3.5 billion. As part of this acquisition, Niantic's AR technology division will separate from its branded games to become a standalone company named Niantic Spatial, which will continue to operate Ingress Prime and Peridot. While fans can expect minimal disruption to the service of their favorite games, this move represents a significant shift in the mobile gaming landscape.

Diving Deeper

For those interested in the finer details of this acquisition, our sister site PocketGamer.biz provides comprehensive coverage. This merger is a pivotal change for both companies and could significantly impact the mobile gaming industry. Given the lucrative success of Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, alongside the continued dominance of Pokémon Go, these games are poised to remain unaffected. However, the broader implications for mobile gaming enthusiasts remain to be seen, marking this as a potential turning point.

With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest set to take place in Paris, 2024 is already shaping up to be a significant year for this beloved AR game. If you're eager to dive back into the world of these iconic pocket monsters, don't forget to check out our list of Pokémon Go promo codes to give yourself a head start.