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Scopely Acquires Niantic’s Pokémon GO in Landmark $3.5 Billion Deal

Scopely has agreed to acquire Niantic’s games division, including the globally popular Pokémon GO, for $3.5 billion. This acquisition also encompasses other augmented reality (AR) titles like Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, along with companion apps Campfire and Wayfarer.

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Continuity for Players and Development Teams

The transition ensures that the development teams behind these games will join Scopely, maintaining the continuity of game development and live service operations. Players can expect ongoing support and enhancements under Scopely’s stewardship.

Niantic’s Strategic Shift

Post-acquisition, Niantic plans to focus on geospatial artificial intelligence (AI) by spinning off its technology platform into a new entity, Niantic Spatial Inc., led by CEO John Hanke. This new venture aims to develop real-world 3D maps and other geospatial technologies.

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