Niantic Calms Pokémon Go Community After Scopely Acquisition: "No Major Changes Ahead"

Following its recent $3.5 billion acquisition by Scopely, Niantic has officially addressed rising concerns about the future of Pokémon Go—and the message is clear: the game isn’t going anywhere.

During a joint company meeting held in Japan last week, Niantic reassured both employees and fans that the global mobile phenomenon will continue on its current path. “The direction of our game will not undergo any major changes under the influence of Scopely,” a Niantic spokesperson said, according to reports from ITMedia.

Scopely’s Role? Support, Not Control

According to Niantic, Scopely’s role in the future of Pokémon Go will be a supportive one. “They will just be supporting its further improvement, and we will keep doing what we’ve been doing since the beginning,” the spokesperson continued. “To put it more bluntly—please rest assured that we will not be shutting down the game.”

This statement comes as a relief to the massive Pokémon Go community, as many fans had expressed deep concern when news of the Saudi-backed Scopely's acquisition first surfaced online.

Niantic stated that Scopely’s interest was based on the existing value and long-term performance of Niantic’s titles—not a desire to shake things up. The acquisition, they say, was built on a deep appreciation for what’s already working.

No Big Updates Yet—But Evolution Is Still on the Table

While the meeting didn’t bring news of any new features or sweeping gameplay additions, Niantic did tease that the game will continue to "evolve" over time. That’s business as usual for Pokémon Go, especially with the game approaching its 10th anniversary in 2026.

In the meantime, Japanese fans have something to get excited about: a new regional feature called the Pokémon Stamp Rally. Started on April 13 at the Osaka World EXPO, the event will invite players to visit real-world locations to collect digital stamps in exchange for special items and rare Pokémon encounters.

What About Niantic’s Other Titles?

While the focus of the meeting was squarely on Pokémon Go, it’s likely that Niantic’s other location-based games—like Monster Hunter Now and Pikmin Bloom—are also part of the Scopely deal. However, no specific updates were shared regarding their futures.