Ad for new Gen 3 Pokemon spotted for Pokemon GO on the Apple Watch App Store
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Pokemon GO’s roster of Pokemon is likely expanding very soon. An ad for a new round of Gen 3 Pokemon has been spotted, signaling that Niantic will have more to add in the near future.
The ad, pictured above, comes from the Apple Watch App Store. While the text is the same as the Halloween event, the Pokemon are not. Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip from Pokemon Ruby and Pokemon Sapphire should be on the way soon, along with other potential Pokemon.
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Pokemon GO starting to use OpenStreetMap instead of Google Maps
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In the past, Pokemon GO’s in-game map has been powered by Google. But in recent days, the game has been updated, and has switched to OpenStreetMap. Some players have noticed that the map in Pokemon GO looks different as a result.
The change hasn’t applied in every single region just yet. It appears to have been rolled out in the United States as well as a number of South American and Asian countries.
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Ho-Oh now appearing in Pokemon GO via Raid Battles
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Pokemon GO recently wrapped up its Global Catch Challenge. It was quite successful, as players collectively caught over 3 billion Pokemon.
To celebrate, Niantic has prepared a new reward for fans. Ho-Oh is now showing up in Raid Battles at Gyms around the world. The Pokemon will be present until December 12.
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Pokemon GO players catch 3 billion Pokemon during Global Catch Challenge, all rewards unlocked
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This week, Niantic challenged Pokemon GO players with a new Global Catch Challenge. By reaching certain milestones, various rewards would be unlocked.
The biggest rewards awaited at 3 billion Pokemon caught. Niantic just announced that this goal was hit, meaning all three tiers have been reached. Among other things, Farfetch’d will be offered around the world.
Here’s the news from Niantic:
Congratulations, Trainers! You did it! You’ve caught over 3 billion Pokémon and unlocked a new reward during the Global Catch Challenge. #PokemonGOtravel #GlobalCatchChallenge pic.twitter.com/slGXLg0CNb
— Pokémon GO (@PokemonGoApp) November 26, 2017
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Pokemon GO update rolling out (version 1.53.2 / 0.83.1)
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Niantic is rolling out another update for Pokemon GO. Very soon, players on iOS will be able to download version 1.53.2. It’s version 0.83.1 for Android users.
The new Pokemon GO update addresses the following:
– Added support and made optimizations for the iPhone X screen resolution.
– Removed support for devices running iOS 8.
– Resolved a bug causing error banners to remain visible until the app is restarted.
– Resolved a bug that prevented Trainers from powering up Pokémon to their max CP.
– Improved load times when you open the app.
– Various bug fixes and performance updates.
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Niantic outlines big changes coming to Pokemon GO’s Raid Battles
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One common complaint Pokemon GO players have expressed concerns Raid Battles. In response, Niantic is making sweeping changes across the board. Both EX Raid Battles and standard Raid Battles are being improved.
Niantic went in-depth today explaining how Raid Battles are changing. Read the full overview below, along with specific comments from the development team.
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Pokemon GO players tasked with catching 3 billion Pokemon, can unlock rewards
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Niantic is ringing in Thanksgiving week with the first-ever Global Catch Challenge for Pokemon GO. Starting November 20, players will be tasked with catching 3 billion Pokemon.
Every player catching Pokemon over the next week will be involved with the goal. By hitting different milestones, new rewards can be unlocked. Obviously the biggest rewards are tied to three billion Pokemon caught.
Players will have until November 26 to catch 3 billion Pokemon.
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New items inspired by Pokemon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon now available for Pokemon GO avatars
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Pokemon GO is celebrating the upcoming launch of Pokemon Ultra Sun and Pokemon Ultra Moon with new avatar outfit items from the Alola region. Players can dress their avatars in the tropical outfits worn by the main male and female characters. We have a look at the outfits above.
Source: Pokemon PR
Niantic remains “100% committed” to Pokemon GO, news about feature improvements next week
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This week, it was revealed that Pokemon GO developer Niantic is creating a new mobile game Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. That means the studio is involved with three different on-going titles between that project, Pokemon GO, and Ingress.
Despite taking on Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, Niantic doesn’t intend to abandon Pokemon GO. The company said in a statement that the team is still “100% committed” to the game. Additionally, the Pokemon GO team is looking to expand, and we’ll be hearing about “upcoming improvements to certain features” next week.
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Models for Ho-Oh and Celebi found in Pokemon GO files
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Two more Legendary Pokemon could be made available in Pokemon GO soon. Full 3D models have been found for both Ho-Oh and Celebi following some datamining. This even includes a shiny form for Ho-Oh.
It’s not yet known when Ho-Oh and Celebi will be officially released in Pokemon GO. But since this data already exists, we could be seeing them very soon.