Scopely's $3.5 billion acquisition of Niantic brings some of the biggest names in augmented reality gaming under one roof. This means Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now are now part of the Scopely family.
Pokémon GO, despite its years of success, continues to attract massive numbers, boasting over 100 million unique players in 2024 alone and maintaining a top 10 mobile game ranking since its 2016 launch.
Pikmin Bloom, a 2021 collaboration with Nintendo, also joins Scopely. Its popularity surged in 2024, with players logging a staggering 3.94 trillion steps and thousands participating in in-person events across Japan, the U.S., and Germany.
Monster Hunter Now, Niantic's newest title, launched in September 2023 and has already surpassed 15 million downloads. The acquisition also includes Niantic's development teams and companion apps, Campfire and Wayfarer.
Campfire facilitates real-world gameplay connections, while Wayfarer allows players to map new locations for Niantic games. In 2024, over six million players used Campfire for in-person events, and Wayfarer added over 11.5 million new location points since its 2019 launch.
What Does This Mean for Players?
For players, the immediate impact is minimal. Scopely's portfolio already includes successful titles like MONOPOLY GO!, Stumble Guys, Star Trek Fleet Command, and MARVEL Strike Force. Scopely promises increased resources for Niantic's development teams and the potential introduction of new AR experiences to their games.
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