The mobile game Pokémon GO is entering a new era. Scopely, a major player in the mobile gaming world, has acquired Niantic's gaming division for a whopping $3.5 billion. This deal not only includes Pokémon GO but also brings titles like Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now under Scopely’s portfolio.

Niantic has been a key player in the AR gaming industry, with Pokémon GO achieving massive global success since its launch in 2016. However, the company has faced difficulties in maintaining the same level of engagement with its subsequent projects,

The rumors were true. Niantic’s games division, which makes the augmented reality megahit Pokémon Go, has been sold to mobile gaming powerhouse Scopely for a whopping $3.5 billion.