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Newsweek
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Pokémon GO's Future? Night Events and Country Specific Pokémon, Says Dev
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors A senior developer at Pokémon GO has laid out the game's future - and it looks promising. According to senior product director Michael Sterenka, who spoke to Newsweek during Pokémon GO Fest 2025 in Paris over the June 13th-15th weekend, players can expect the introduction of special night events, as well as more Pokémon specific to certain countries. "I've always wanted to figure out what we can do for nighttime experience,' Sterenka said. Pokémon GO Fest 2025 happened in Paris from June 13–15, 2025 Pokémon GO Fest 2025 happened in Paris from June 13–15, 2025 Pokémon GO "There are definitely safety considerations in place for that. If you have your phone open and you're not really looking where you're going and it's dark outside, that could be a little bit tricky, but I've always felt like that was an area worth exploring for us and something I'd love to figure out in the future." Don't expect nighttime events anytime soon, though. Like anything implemented in Pokémon GO, developer Niantic wants to make sure everything is well and truly battle-tested before it's introduced to the smash hit mobile game, which has been running since 2016. "We don't have anything planned currently on that front, but if I could pick one thing to add to the event experience, that would be the thing that I would do." The second item on Sterenka's wishlist is even more ambitious: regional diversity that brings different experiences based on where you are in the world. For instance, if you play Pokémon GO in France, you'll be able to catch a greater range of different Pokémon than a player in, say, Brazil. This functionality is, to a lesser extent, already in the game. One Pokémon, Stonjourner, is a timed UK-exclusive. Comfey, meanwhile, currently only appears in Hawaii. But Sterenka is dreaming bigger than just Pokémon. "Pokémon GO being such a location-based game, we always want to build experiences that are authentic to the places that people play in. So we do that right now for broader campaigns or maybe country specific activations...I would love for something that actually has regional differences, and based on where you're playing, similar to how we lean into all the amazing features here at Parc de Sceaux." Some Pokémon you can catch during Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Some Pokémon you can catch during Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Pokémon GO Parc de Sceaux hosted Pokémon GO Fest 2025, and offered a preview of what might be coming down the line. The premier event in the Pokémon GO calendar offered numerous incentives for the thousands of players in attendance, including new missions, rare items, and previously hard-to-obtain Pokémon. There were also distinct habitats for players to explore. Each habitat housed its own set of field research tasks themed around the habitat they're linked to. The Moonless Volcano area, for example, featured fierce and fiery Pokémon like Numel and Houndoom, while the Hypnotic Tundra boasted Piplups and Spheals. On top of this, there were nine free daily raid passes, an increase from three hours to eight hours of party play, and surprise Pokémon that popped out while taking snapshots. It all seemed designed for one purpose: to get players out of the house and interacting with each other in the real world. A giant inflatable Pikachu dominates Pokémon GO Fest 2025 A giant inflatable Pikachu dominates Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Pokémon GO For Sterenka, that's exactly what makes the game so popular. "Pokemon GO is the most family friendly, accessible game in the world. And when you look around here, it's proof of that. You see people who you would probably never see together otherwise, all coming together to play this wonderful game that everybody loves." "We really try to encourage people to meet up in person and have these real-world social experiences. So it's really not like any other game out there, and in fact, a lot of people who play Pokémon GO don't consider themselves gamers, and this is more of sort of a lifestyle app that leverages the fun of catching Pokémon to really get people outside and enjoying the world around them." Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Ticket Price A ticket for Pokémon GO Fest 2025 costs $14.99/£14.99. You can buy tickets from the in-game shop and Pokémon GO web store. Buying your ticket in advance is recommended. Those who bought tickets before April 15th received a Skiddo encounter after completing the timed research. Buying from the web store got you three premium battle passes, five rare candies, and five max revives. Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Start Time: When Was GO Fest Global 2025? GO Fest 2025 ran from June 13–15, 2025. It started at 10am CET and ended at 6pm CET on both days. What is Pokémon GO? Pokémon GO is a free-to-play augmented reality mobile game originally released in 2016. Developed and published by Niantic in collaboration with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company for iOS and Android devices, it sees players catch, trade, and compete with Pokémon who appear in your real-world location.
Newsweek
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Inside the Biggest Event on the Pokémon GO Calendar
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors The best way to describe a Pokémon GO Fest? "Like going to Coachella or Glastonbury," says Moise Kabongo, the game's French marketing manager. He's not far off. Pokémon GO Fest 2025 took over Paris this weekend, attracting tens of thousands of trainers from across the globe to catch, trade, and battle Pokémon. Special cell phone towers were even erected to cope with the signal surge. Centred in Paris' beautiful Parc de Sceaux, there were trainers as far as the eye could see, all of them with a different mission in mind. A giant inflatable Pikachu at Pokémon GO Fest in Paris A giant inflatable Pikachu at Pokémon GO Fest in Paris Pokémon GO Some came to get their hands on the mythical Pokémon Volcanion, making its first appearance outside of Osaka and Jersey City. Others were after shiny Pokémon like Carbink, Frigibax, Arctibax and Baxcalibur, and costumed Pokémon such as a dapper Pikachu with a top hat or a version of Falinks dressed up like a train. But it wasn't all about catching 'em all. A few attendees got engaged. Several couples popped the question in the mascot meet-and-greet tent, presided over by a life-sized Snorlax and giant Eevee. For Kabongo, this is what Pokémon GO Fests are about. "I really want to emphasize this between the community, because I'm a marketer, and I think marketing has a very anthropological approach. It's all about understanding the correlation between people and the products." Statues of Team Instinct, Team Mystic, and Team Valor Statues of Team Instinct, Team Mystic, and Team Valor Pokémon GO The diversity was staggering. Parents brought children in Pikachu costumes, pensioners roamed with eyes glued to phones, and groups of twenty-somethings stood in huddles to trade Pokémon and discuss which habitat to hit up next. The park was divided into several habitats. The Moonless Volcano area, for example, hosted fire and steel Pokémon like Numel and Houndoom, while the Hypnotic Tundra held ice-types like Piplup and Spheal. Missions, meanwhile, rewarded bonuses such as lures, Pokémon candy, raid passes, and Pokémon encounters. But GO Fests are more than chances to hoover up content. It's the atmosphere that makes the event. While you don't have to be in the park to experience Pokémon GO Fest 2025, there's nothing like being there. Thousands packed out the Parc de Sceaux Thousands packed out the Parc de Sceaux Pokémon GO The biggest queue formed outside of the merch tent. It was bursting with t-shirts and plushies, which could then be signed by Pokémon GO artists and animators stationed at a stall nearby. It's little wonder each player spends, on average, about $715 at these events. In total, 2024's GO Fest in Madrid generated $40 million in revenue. That's an astonishing amount of financial engagement for a game that launched in 2016. "Look, I have worked on many games before," says animation director Kaan Kayimoglu. "You have a shelf life. So when you ship the game, you can't do anything with it. You can't do some patches, you know. Yes, like minimal content, but that's it. But in Pokémon GO, you see people playing, liking it, and everyone all over the world comes here and plays." That ranges from lone players to influencers with millions of followers, like Pinku Kiwi and Jamie Jo. "This event's good," said content creator May Naidoo of TikTok channel MayPlaysTV. "My only problem is just the weather, and they can't really control that." Pokemon GO Fest 2025 Dates Go Fest 2025 ran from Saturday 28th June, 2025 to Sunday 29th June, 2025. It started at 10am CET and ended at 6pm CET on both days. It reached a scorching 91 degrees in Paris, with trainers huddling under the shade of trees and leaving great swathes of deserted grass to bake in the sun. It was the only uncomfortable part of an otherwise smooth show that's well and truly banished the growing pains of earlier productions. So, where does the game go from here? For Kabongo, there's all the time in the world to decide. "It's kind of like something a bit eternal," he says. "I don't that I don't think that Pokémon GO will ever stop to be honest. Like, it would never die." "I can see it continuing to grow because as I was telling you, it's not just about the game. This game allows you to make friends and connect on an emotional level with people. We've seen people getting engaged, friendships being made. So yeah, I think we can carry on like this for years."
Associated Press
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
iToolab AnyGo 50% Off for Easy GPS Spoofing during GO Fest 2025
NEW YORK, N.Y., May 29, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Pokémon GO Fest 2025 features live events in Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris, with a global finale on June 28–29. New Pokémon like Crowned Zacian, Zamazenta, and Volcanion are debuting. Whether you're attending or playing from home, there's plenty to catch. To help you explore event hotspots easily, iToolab AnyGo is now 50% off for GO Fest 2025. ITOOLAB ANYGO: SMARTER WAYS TO EXPLORE iToolab AnyGo – Location Changer is a smart and seamless GPS location changer built with iPhone and Android users in mind, but it does not stop there. With support for both Windows and Mac, this powerful tool provides a clear answer to the long-standing question of how to change iPhone location and Android location. It allows users to jump to any spot on the map in seconds. Whether you are joining a raid across the globe or hunting region-specific Pokémon, AnyGo makes the movement feel natural and effortless. ITOOLAB ANYGO LIMITED-TIME DEAL JUST FOR TRAINERS To celebrate Pokémon GO Fest 2025, iToolab AnyGo is making it easier and more affordable to explore the world from anywhere with one of the best Pokémon GO spoofers. Here is what you can get between May 29 and June 29, 2025. WHY TRAINERS NEED ITOOLAB ANYGO: KEY FEATURES HOW TO LOCATE NEARBY POKEMON AND SPOOF LOCATION QUICKLY ABOUT ITOOLAB ANYGO: iToolab AnyGo isn't just about changing your location—it's about playing smarter. With wireless control, instant teleportation, and smart Pokémon scanning, it helps you get more done in less time and allows you to perform fake GPS location on iPhone. No jailbreaking and no hassle, just smooth and safe spoofing that feels like magic for your favorite location-based games. LEARN MORE: Official Website: Facebook: X/Twitter: YouTube: NEWS SOURCE: iToolab Co Ltd Keywords: Technology, Pokemon GO Fest 2025, catch Zacian, Zamazenta, and Volcanion, iToolab AnyGo, gps spoofing, NEW YORK, N.Y. This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (iToolab Co Ltd) who is solely responsibile for its accuracy, by Send2Press® Newswire. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Story ID: S2P126588 APNF0325A To view the original version, visit: © 2025 Send2Press® Newswire, a press release distribution service, Calif., USA. RIGHTS GRANTED FOR REPRODUCTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY ANY LEGITIMATE MEDIA OUTLET - SUCH AS NEWSPAPER, BROADCAST OR TRADE PERIODICAL. MAY NOT BE USED ON ANY NON-MEDIA WEBSITE PROMOTING PR OR MARKETING SERVICES OR CONTENT DEVELOPMENT. Disclaimer: This press release content was not created by nor issued by the Associated Press (AP). Content below is unrelated to this news story.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
iToolab AnyGo 50% Off: Easy GPS Spoofing for GO Fest 2025
NEW YORK, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pokémon GO Fest 2025 features live events in Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris, with a global finale on June 28–29. New Pokémon like Crowned Zacian, Zamazenta, and Volcanion are debuting. Whether you're attending or playing from home, there's plenty to catch. To help you explore event hotspots easily, iToolab AnyGo is now 50% off for GO Fest 2025. iToolab AnyGo: Smarter Ways to Explore iToolab AnyGo - Location Changer is a smart and seamless GPS location changer built with iPhone and Android users in mind, but it does not stop there. With support for both Windows and Mac, this powerful tool provides a clear answer to the long-standing question of how to change iPhone location and Android location. It allows users to jump to any spot on the map in seconds. Whether you are joining a raid across the globe or hunting region-specific Pokémon, AnyGo makes the movement feel natural and effortless. iToolab AnyGo Limited-Time Deal Just for Trainers To celebrate Pokémon GO Fest 2025, iToolab AnyGo is making it easier and more affordable to explore the world from anywhere with one of the best Pokémon GO spoofers. Here is what you can get between May 29 and June 29. Get 50% off with the code AGFEST50. Buy 1, Get 2 Free: Grab the iOS app and get the Windows and Mac versions free. Why Trainers Need iToolab AnyGo: Key Features Bluetooth SpoofingSay goodbye to messy cables. With Bluetooth support, you can spoof your location wirelessly and safely without the need for jailbreaking. Auto Pokémon ScanQuickly scan for nearby Pokémon, raids, or PokéStops without wandering around. It finds what you want, and fast. Multi-ModesEasily move to any location in no time using your preferred mode: teleport, two-spot, multi-spot and joystick. Cooldown TimerAvoid bans by following in-game cooldown rules. AnyGo keeps track of your actions and alerts you when it's safe to move again. Custom Routes & SpeedsCreate your own walking, cycling, or driving routes. Adjust the speed to make your movements look real and undetectable. How to Locate Nearby Pokemon and Spoof Location Quickly Go to the official website and download iToolab AnyGo. Open the app and tap the Pikachu icon, click the first icon to scan for nearby Pokémon. Tap "Go" to spoof to their locations quickly. About iToolab AnyGo: iToolab AnyGo isn't just about changing your location—it's about playing smarter. With wireless control, instant teleportation, and smart Pokémon scanning, it helps you get more done in less time and allows you to perform fake GPS location on iPhone. No jailbreaking and no hassle, just smooth and safe spoofing that feels like magic for your favorite location-based games. LEARN MORE: Official Website: Facebook: X/Twitter: YouTube: This release was issued through Send2Press® on behalf of the news source. For more information, visit Send2Press Newswire at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE iToolab Co.,Ltd Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
