Niantic, the publisher of Pokémon GO, has sold its most successful game to a new company, Saudi-owned Scopely, in a deal worth $3.5 billion. The acquisition also includes Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now.
Scopely is another gaming company behind Monopoly GO, which became the fastest mobile title to reach $3 billion in revenue worldwide. This move has raised concerns among Pokémon GO fans about potential changes to the game’s monetization strategy.
Despite no specific details on changes to Pokémon GO, it’s clear that Scopely will be bringing its development team and resources to Niantic, ensuring continuity for players. Ed Wu, head of Pokémon GO, has reassured the community that the game’s mission to discover Pokémon in the real world will continue under Scopely.
In a statement, Wu expressed admiration for the community and team, promising to maintain the long-term focus on creating the best Pokémon GO experience possible. The entire development team is staying together, and Scopely has committed to empowering teams to pursue their own roadmaps for player growth. With Scopely’s private status, the company can prioritize long-term goals over short-term gains, ensuring the game remains special and true to its original mission.
The acquisition brings Pokémon GO into a broader organization dedicated to games, allowing it to continue thriving under Scopely’s exclusive focus on game-making.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2025/03/12/niantic-just-sold-off-pokmon-go-so-what-changes-now