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Pokémon Go developer acquired by Monopoly Go creator Scopely for $3.5 billion

The deal also includes Pikmin Bloom and Monster Hunter Now

The deal includes all of Niantic's companion apps, services, and third-party games business, bringing Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter Now under Scopely's control. “Scopely shares our focus on building and operating incredible live services, has exceptional experience working with the world's biggest and most beloved intellectual properties, and cares deeply about its player communities and game-making teams. In a post on Scopely's website, the company said: "We have long admired the innovative gameplay pioneered by the Niantic games team and the vibrant communities that have shaped the titles into the beloved experiences they are today.

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