Scopely Acquires Niantic, Developer of Pokémon Go

It's a landmark day for Pokémon Go, not due to in-game developments, but because of a significant 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 game catalog now falls under the umbrella of Scopely and its 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 split off to form a standalone company named Niantic Spatial, which will continue to manage Ingress Prime and Peridot. For fans, this transition is expected to cause minimal disruption to service. However, for those interested in the broader gaming industry, this represents a significant shift.

For a deeper dive into the business aspects of this acquisition, you can visit our sister site, PocketGamer.biz. This merger is a pivotal moment for both companies and could have far-reaching effects on 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 unlikely to see any immediate disruptions. However, the implications for the wider mobile gaming industry remain to be seen, marking this as a potential turning point.

With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest set to take place in Paris, it's 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 for a helpful boost.