New Pokémon GO update implements major changes to Gyms, cooperative gameplay, new items and more

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.67.1 for Android and 1.37.1 for iOS devices. This is the massive update that was recently announced, implementing major changes to Gyms, cooperative gameplay features, new items and much more. Below are some official release notes and comments from the Pokémon GO development team … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update implements major changes to Gyms, cooperative gameplay, new items and more

Pokémon GO inspired game Garfield GO now available on iOS and Android

Another game inspired by Pokémon GO has arrived on mobile devices, and it features none other than Garfield. Garfield GO is now available as a free download on iOS and Android via the App Store and Google Play, respectively. The game's official press release and gameplay footage are as follows: Hello, Just wanted to let … Continue reading Pokémon GO inspired game Garfield GO now available on iOS and Android

Official Pokémon GO screenshots of AR Playground and improved AR Encounter modes via Apple’s ARKit

Niantic recently revealed how it is working on enhancing Pokémon GO’s augmented reality features with Apple’s new ARKit. Utilizing this advance in AR, the developer is working to create new, fun and innovative ways to place Pokémon in the world around you, to view Pokémon and to use your phone camera to capture the moment. … Continue reading Official Pokémon GO screenshots of AR Playground and improved AR Encounter modes via Apple’s ARKit

Pokémon Magikarp Jump update now live, adds new Magikarp patterns, events, Heal League and more

A new update for Pokémon Magikarp Jump has gone live, bringing the mobile game to version 1.1.0 across iOS and Android devices. Weighing in at approximately 88 MB, the new update adds new Magikarp patterns, events, Heal League and more. Official patch notes are as follows: You can now challenge the Heal League! You can … Continue reading Pokémon Magikarp Jump update now live, adds new Magikarp patterns, events, Heal League and more

Niantic teams up with Wieden+Kennedy to celebrate “amazing Pokémon GO accomplishments” in New York, London and Tokyo

Niantic has teamed up with Wieden+Kennedy to celebrate "amazing Pokémon GO accomplishments" in New York, London and Tokyo. The official statement from the development team at Niantic is as follows: Some of you may have noticed a few billboards pop up in New York, London and Tokyo over the past few days. As we head … Continue reading Niantic teams up with Wieden+Kennedy to celebrate “amazing Pokémon GO accomplishments” in New York, London and Tokyo

New Pokémon GO ads appear in London, promote Poké Ball throwing and catching Goldeen

New Pokémon GO adverts have begun appearing in London to promote the immensely-popular mobile game. In addition to letting passersby know how they can download the mobile game, the ads promote Poké Ball throwing and catching Goldeen. Some fans are speculating that the ads are alluding to a London-based event, but developer Niantic has yet … Continue reading New Pokémon GO ads appear in London, promote Poké Ball throwing and catching Goldeen

New Pokémon GO update now live, version 0.63.4 for Android and 1.33.4 for iOS

Pokémon GO developer Niantic has confirmed that a new update is now available for its immensely-popular mobile game. The latest update requires at least 224 MB of free space, consists of version 0.63.4 for Android and 1.33.4 for iOS, and implements a number of bug fixes. It was recently announced that Pokémon GO will be … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update now live, version 0.63.4 for Android and 1.33.4 for iOS

Apple becomes one of the largest AR platforms partially thanks to Pokémon GO

Earlier this week, Apple announced it was launching ARKit, a new augmented reality tool that makes the iPhone one of the biggest AR platforms. During its 2017 Worldwide Developers Conference presentation, Apple showed off various ways ARKit can be used and the applications or games that will run through it. At the forefront was a … Continue reading Apple becomes one of the largest AR platforms partially thanks to Pokémon GO