Game Makers Already Developing Copycat Pokmon Go Apps
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Game developers around the world watched in astonishment as Pokmon Go, a mobile version of the beloved 1990s game from Nintendo, became an instant hit — rocketing to the most downloaded app on both Apple and Android phones.
It’s too soon to say if its success will reshape the $25 billion mobile gaming industry, but this much is certain: The surprise hit will inspire copycats.
“You’re going to see other developers potentially changing their pipeline to incorporate augmented reality or location-based technology,” said Mike Olson, an analyst at Piper Jaffray Cos. “Those plans are probably being put in place right now.” He said he wouldn’t be surprised if Activision Blizzard added such functionality to Skylanders, its role-playing game featuring toys.
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