gamechanger scopely acquires niantics gaming

In an attempt to slice through the Gordian knot of mobile gaming, Niantic has handed over the reins of its gaming business to Scopely. This game of pass the parcel sees our cherished favourites 'Pokemon Go' and 'Pikmin Bloom' wrapped up in the deal. This might not be the Battle of Waterloo, but it's a seismic shift that's got the mobile gaming landscape undulating like a wild Snorlax on a trampoline.

Now, what does this mean for our brave pocket monster hunters or the florally-inclined Pikmin enthusiasts? The answer is: "Who knows?" But one thing's for certain, the witchcraft of managing the devilishly intricate intricacies of gaming technology has a new sorcerer.

So here's to the upcoming saga of navigating servers that have the temperament of a temperamental tea kettle, and the unending challenge of crafting complex augmented realities that don't transform our world into a router chewing abyss. A hearty "best of luck" to Scopely – few things are more impressive than a fearless foray into the technological jungle. Well, maybe a shiny Charizard, but that's up for debate. Read more here.