Scopely Acquires Niantic, Developer of Pokémon Go

It's a significant day for fans of Pokémon Go, not due to in-game developments, but because of a major business move. Niantic, the developer behind Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot, has been acquired by Scopely, the creators of the popular Monopoly Go! This acquisition means that Niantic's impressive lineup of games now falls under the umbrella of Scopely and their parent company, Savvy Games Group.

The deal was sealed for a staggering $3.5 billion. As part of this acquisition, Niantic's AR technology division will become a separate entity named Niantic Spatial, which will continue to operate Ingress Prime and Peridot. Fans can expect minimal disruption to their favorite games, but this move marks a pivotal shift in the mobile gaming industry.

Go-ing furtherFor those interested in the business side of this acquisition, our sister site PocketGamer.biz offers a detailed analysis. This merger is a game-changer for both companies and could significantly impact the mobile gaming landscape, hopefully in a positive way.

Given the success of Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, alongside the continued dominance of Pokémon Go, these games are expected to remain unaffected. However, the broader implications for mobile gaming remain to be seen, so keep an eye out for future developments.

With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest in Europe set to take place in Paris, it's shaping up to be an exciting year for this beloved AR game. If you're planning to dive back into the world of Pokémon Go, don't forget to use our list of Pokémon Go promo codes to enhance your experience.