Scopely to acquire Niantic’s Games, including Pokémon GO!
Scopely, the U.S.’s top mobile games company, is set to acquire Niantic’s games business, bringing “Pokémon GO,” “Pikmin Bloom,” and “Monster Hunter Now” into its portfolio.
This move strengthens Scopely’s commitment to community-driven play, expanding its reach to over half a billion players in 2024.
Massive Growth and Engagement
- Niantic’s games boast over 30 million MAUs and generated $1 billion+ in revenue in 2024.
- “Pokémon GO” remains a global juggernaut, ranking in the top 10 mobile games yearly since 2016, with 100M+ unique players in 2024.
- The combined portfolio will create one of the largest player communities in the world.
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Scopely’s Vision for the Future
Scopely, known for “MONOPOLY GO!,” “Stumble Guys,” and “MARVEL Strike Force,” aims to enhance the longevity and engagement of these iconic titles. Niantic’s game teams, led by Kei Kawai and Ed Wu, will continue developing their ambitious roadmaps within Scopely.
“Few games have matched the scale and longevity of ‘Pokémon GO.’ We’re excited to fuel its future alongside Niantic’s talented team,” said Tim O’Brien, Chief Revenue Officer, Scopely.
Key Titles Joining Scopely
- “Pokémon GO” – A mobile gaming titan with 20M+ weekly active players, spanning 190+ countries and 30 billion miles walked.
- “Pikmin Bloom” – Achieved record-breaking engagement in 2024, with 3.94 trillion steps taken by players worldwide.
- “Monster Hunter Now” – Surpassed 15M+ downloads in seven months, with highly successful in-person events in Japan.
- “Campfire” & “Wayfarer” – Social apps that connect and expand gameplay experiences, with millions engaged in real-world events.
A New Era for Niantic
Niantic will spin off its AR tech platform into Niantic Spatial, led by CEO John Hanke, to advance geospatial AI. The new entity will continue operating “Ingress Prime” and “Peridot.”
“Scopely’s experience and commitment ensure our games will thrive for generations to come,” said John Hanke, CEO, Niantic.
With this acquisition, Scopely cements its place as a leader in social, immersive mobile gaming, setting the stage for the next evolution of real-world gaming experiences.
