Pokemon GO was the largest Kubernetes deployment on Google Container Engine ever

Niantic worked closely with Google on several aspects behind Pokemon GO. The popular mobile game was brought to life using more than a dozen services across Google Cloud. It was even the largest Kubernetes deployment on Google Container Engine ever. Read on below for more similar fun facts: Due to the scale of the cluster … Continue reading Pokemon GO was the largest Kubernetes deployment on Google Container Engine ever

Video: Learn how to get Volcanion in Pokemon X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

Now's your chance to get Volcanion for Pokemon X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire on Nintendo 3DS. Between now and October 31, you can visit participating GameStop stores to get a code card to unlock the Mythical Steam Pokemon in your game. Volcanion arrives at level 70 with the Water Absorb ability and four … Continue reading Video: Learn how to get Volcanion in Pokemon X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

Charizard-EX, Dragonite-EX and Mewtwo-EX star in new Pokemon-EX TCG boxes

Charizard-EX, Dragonite-EX and Mewtwo-EX are featured in a new trio of Pokemon-EX boxes arriving this fall. A foil card and an oversize card of the lead Pokemon-EX can be found in each one, as well as four Pokemon TCG booster packs. In addition, the Pokemon TCG: Collector's Pin 3-Pack is also scheduled to launch soon, … Continue reading Charizard-EX, Dragonite-EX and Mewtwo-EX star in new Pokemon-EX TCG boxes

Wartortle – #008

Its tail is large and covered with a rich, thick fur. The tail becomes increasingly deeper in color as Wartortle ages. The scratches on its shell are evidence of this Pokémon's toughness as a battler. Type: Water Category: Turtle Ability: Torrent, which powers up Water-type moves when the Pokemon is in trouble. Hidden Ability: Rain Dish, … Continue reading Wartortle – #008

Pokemon GO study finds that the game’s retention rate is still strong

A study has found that although Pokemon GO isn't as popular as it was when it first went out of the gate, the game's retention rate is still pretty strong. In the U.S., Pokemon GO is currently the most popular smartphone game in terms of monthly active users - ahead of Candy Crush Saga, Words … Continue reading Pokemon GO study finds that the game’s retention rate is still strong

Most Pokemon fans think Torracat has the most potential for Pokemon Sun and Moon

In a recent official poll conducted by The Pokemon Company, 40 percent of Pokemon fans said they think that the recently-revealed Fire-type Torracat has the most potential for Pokemon Sun and Moon. Meanwhile, the Grass/Flying-type Dartrix came in second with 38 percent of the total votes. And finally, only 22 percent sided with the Water-type … Continue reading Most Pokemon fans think Torracat has the most potential for Pokemon Sun and Moon

Video: Watch Pokemon Generations Episode 6 – The Reawakening

Following the events that happened in the fifth installment of Pokemon Generations, Episode 6 is titled The Reawakening and revolves around the mysterious traveler Eusine as she explores the legends of Ecruteak City’s Burned Tower and the Pokemon who rose from its ashes. Check out the latest episode below:

Pokemon GO users may encounter issues when using old versions of the game

Some Pokemon GO users running older versions of the popular mobile title may be unable to properly access its contents. If you've received messages such as "Unable to Authenticate," developer Niantic has confirmed that a likely cause of this is due to you using an out-of-date version of the game. This issue can be resolved by simply … Continue reading Pokemon GO users may encounter issues when using old versions of the game