Pokémon Go VP Shares Future Plans for Multigenerational Play
Michael Stringa, VP of product at Niantic, discusses the future of Pokémon Go, focusing on community-driven gym systems and family-oriented gameplay.
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Pokémon Go Fest 2026 Rakes in $15.1 Million in Single Day
Pokémon Go Fest 2026 brought in $15.1 million in one day, marking the second-highest daily revenue in the game's history for Niantic.
Niantic Responds to Backlash Over Exclusive Times Square Mewtwo
Niantic faces player criticism after an exclusive Times Square event rewarded attendees with a guaranteed perfect IV Mewtwo. Here is what happened.
Ten Years of Pokemon GO: Why Niantic’s Hit Still Stands Alone
A decade after launch, Pokemon GO remains the gold standard for mobile AR. We look back at how Niantic changed the industry and why the magic hasn't faded.
Pokémon Go Data and Military Drone AI: The 2026 Niantic Controversy
In Game News reports on how Pokémon Go player data is being utilized by Niantic Spatial for military drone AI training following the 2025 Savvy Games acquisition.
Pokemon GO Fest Chicago 2026: Six Couples Engaged During Anniversary Event
Niantic celebrated the ten-year anniversary of Pokemon GO at Fest Chicago 2026, where six couples got engaged during special surprise proposal experiences.
Pokémon Go Fest Chicago 2026 Suspended: Latest Event Updates
Pokémon Go Fest Chicago has been partially suspended by Niantic. Get the latest news on event closures, affected areas, and compensation for ticket holders.
Niantic Confirms No Pokemon GO 2 Sequel Plans for 2026
Niantic and Scopely confirm there are no plans for a Pokemon GO 2 sequel in 2026. Learn why the original title remains the focus for the development team.
Pokémon GO April 2026 Community Day Teased: Tinkatink Expected
Niantic has teased a new Pokémon GO event for April 2026. Evidence suggests Tinkatink will be the featured Pokémon for the upcoming Community Day.
Niantic Announces Pokémon Go Fest 2026: Mewtwo Returns, Zeraora Debuts
Pokémon Go Fest 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the wider Pokémon franchise and the tenth anniversary of Pokémon Go itself. Niantic is hosting three in-person events in Tokyo, Chicago, and Copenhagen, culminating in a global finale in July. The Mythical Pokémon, Zeraora, will make its highly anticipated debut in Pok
Niantic Announces Pokémon Go GO Pass: Release Date & Price Details
By Mohammad Rauf • Senior Writer, In Game News Verified Analysis Published: Feb 24, 2026 Platform: Gaming News | Status: Official News Niantic phases out $1 tickets for the new Pokémon Go GO Pass. Discover the 2026 monetization shift, shiny evolved Pokémon, and major event schedule changes. Key Takeawa
Forget the Fluff: Pokémon GO’s January Meta Shift Is Massive
Article by Mohammad Haris • Senior Writer, In Game News Verified Analysis Published: Feb 1, 2026 Report Integrity: Manually Reviewed by In Game News Editorial Team Platform: Gaming News | Status: Critical Update Niantic is finally done playing around. With Shadow Kalos starters and Kyurem Fusion landing, your current t
Pokémon GO: Uncovering Community Hotspots Through Gameplay
Last Updated: October 28, 2025 For years, Pokémon Go trainers have walked their neighborhoods with a lingering question: which of their local parks, murals, or historical markers are the true community hubs? Niantic has answered this call not with simple visitor counters, but with dynamic, in-game systems that turn Pok