A new update for Pokémon GO has been made available for download, bringing the game to version 1.27.4 on iOS and 0.57.4 on Android devices. The latest patch weighs in at approximately 234 MB and implements the usual "minor text fixes," according to Niantic. The developer recently explained why it doesn't blame Pokémon GO users … Continue reading New Pokémon GO version updates to 1.27.4 on iOS and 0.57.4 on Android
Pokémon GO Plus is back in stock at Walmart for the original asking price of $34.99. The Pokémon GO companion accessory can now be purchased via the retailer's online store. It might be a good idea to act fast, however, as the device is expected to quickly sell out. Pokémon GO Plus recently went back … Continue reading Pokémon GO Plus is in stock for $34.99 at Walmart
There are a number of unofficial ways that allow smartphone users to excel in Pokémon GO without having to step outside. This is done through cheating apps that Niantic is constantly after, although the developer doesn't blame those who use them. “I don’t think it’s the user’s fault when an app or a website offers … Continue reading Niantic doesn’t blame Pokémon GO users who use cheating apps
Not much time is left to find and catch special Pikachu wearing festive party hats in Pokémon GO. They will available in the game until March 6 at 1 p.m. PST. These special Pikachu will keep their party hats forever, even after evolving into Raichu. But they can only be found during this limited-time celebration, so be sure … Continue reading Last chance to catch party hat Pikachu in Pokémon GO
When Pokémon GO first launched, a number of server issues affected the game and prevented many from regularly playing. Niantic has revealed that this is because the game was over capacity less than two hours after making its debut. It exceeded the developer's traffic estimates by a "ludicrous" amount, according to director of software engineering … Continue reading Pokémon GO was way over its capacity less than two hours after launch
Until March 6, Pokémon GO players can find and catch special Pikachu wearing festive party hats. These special Pikachu will keep their party hats forever, even after undergoing an evolution. Raichu will have a party hat if evolved from a festive Pikachu, which means that either Pokémon will keep the hat permanently. But they can only … Continue reading Raichu will have a party hat if evolved from a festive Pikachu in Pokémon GO
Pokémon GO will eventually be able to showcase weather in real-time in the game, such as it being overcast. Developer Niantic also plans to have the day transition into the night gradually with an evening look. Both of these plans are intended as future updates. The developer has also reconfirmed its plan of hosting large … Continue reading Real-time weather effects and official large events planned for Pokémon GO
A 67-year-old Pokémon GO player suffered a fatal heart attack moments after catching a couple Pokemon. According to the deceased's wife, her husband would regularly visit the site to catch Pokemon ever since the launch of the game. GPS readings on his smartphone showed that he managed to capture Lapras and a Granbull before the … Continue reading Pokémon GO player dies from heart attack after catching Lapras
