Pokémon GO

In short: Pokémon GO is an RPG game released in 2016 by Niantic, available on Mobile. Our score: 7.5/10 (worth buying, especially on sale).

Catch Pokémon in the real world with AR.

Pokémon GO uses augmented reality to bring Pokémon into the real world. Walk, explore, and catch Pokémon in your neighborhood. A global phenomenon since 2016.

Game details

• Developer: Niantic
• Publisher: Niantic
• Release year: 2016
• Platforms: Mobile
• Category: RPG

Our review

The AR phenomenon that got the world walking. Years of updates added raids, PvP, and community events to the original catching experience.

Pros

• Gets you walking
• Community events
• Regular updates
• AR catching is fun

Cons

• Battery drain
• Rural player disadvantage
• Aggressive monetization
• Remote raid nerfs

FAQ

Is Pokemon GO still popular?

Yes, still millions of active players with regular community events and new Pokemon.

More about this game

• Is Pokémon GO worth buying?
• Pokémon GO guide
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Last updated: 01/04/2026