Scopely Acquires Niantic, Developer of Pokémon Go

It's a significant day for fans of Pokémon Go, though not due to in-game events but rather a major business development. Niantic, the developer behind the wildly popular Pokémon Go, as well as Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now, and Peridot, has been acquired by Scopely. Yes, the same Scopely that brought us the smash hit Monopoly Go! As a result of this acquisition, most of Niantic's impressive game catalogue is now under the umbrella of Scopely and their parent company, Savvy Games Group.

The acquisition comes with a staggering price tag of $3.5 billion. As part of the deal, Niantic's AR technology division will be spun off into a standalone company called Niantic Spatial, which will continue to manage Ingress Prime and Peridot. For fans of Niantic's games, there should be minimal disruption to service, but this move marks a significant shift in the mobile gaming industry.

For those interested in the business side of things, our sister site PocketGamer.biz provides a deeper dive into the details. This acquisition is a game-changer for both companies and could have substantial implications for the mobile gaming community, hopefully in a positive way.

Given the success of Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now, alongside the continued dominance of Pokémon Go, these titles are unlikely to face any immediate disruptions. However, the long-term impact on the broader mobile gaming landscape remains to be seen. This could be a pivotal moment, so stay tuned for further developments.

With the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest set to take place in Paris, it's shaping up to be a monumental year for this beloved AR creature-catching game. If you're looking to dive back into the world of Pokémon Go, don't forget to check out our list of Pokémon Go promo codes to give yourself a head start.