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And, it must be said, it's thanks to Niantic Labs for listening. Many players assumed very dark intentions of Niantic, claiming that they didn't care about their fanbase I'm glad to see those proven wrong Niantic did hear you and the results are positive. Now, let's play Pokémon GO. Pokémon GO players won't have to wait until September 1st[...]

ZöeTwoDots & other prominent content creators have confirmed they're in talks with the Taskforce for Pokémon GO to address #HearUsNiantic.

Palkia Raid Hour is happening tonight in Pokémon GO. Here are tips on increasing the number of raids you can complete during the day.

Pokémon GO is currently being boycotted by a vocal group of players who believe that Niantic Labs, the developer behind the games, has done wrong by the players This boycott and the trending hashtag #HearUsNiantic come as a result of Niantic removing the pandemic bonuses from the game Mostly, people are angry that Niantic has[...]

Niantic has announced a new update to the Friends mechanic in Pokémon GO that will allow players to utilize their contacts list.

Is Niantic really going to nerf Remote Raids in Pokémon GO? Let's take a look at the latest update on this feature that has become integral.

Niantic has pulled back on pandemic features, but how about the feature they removed in 2020? Will EX Raids ever return to Pokémon GO?

With the pandemic bonuses removed in the United States, how effective is Incense in Pokémon GO? Today, I perform an Incense test & share data.

Findings suggest that the Shiny Rate in Pokémon GO may be more difficult than the initial 1 in 450. So what actually is the base Shiny rate?

After an intense reveal last month, the new Brilliant Event in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite might be setting up its villain as a red herring.

Today, Niantic removes the COVID-19 bonuses from Pokémon GO. Is this the "death knell" for the game? Is this no big deal? Details within.

Niantic has confirmed that they have incorrectly punished the accounts of trainers, resulting in unearned bans in Pokémon GO. What's next?

Now that GO Fest 2021 is over, let's buckle down and get ourselves a Shiny Mewtwo. Here are the best counters to defeat Mewtwo in Pokémon GO.

Tonight is Aipom Spotlight Hour in Pokémon GO. Take advantage of the spawns and the weekly bonus with these tips for Pokémon trainers.

The Master League, Master League Classic, and a brand new cup arrive today in Pokémon GO. Here's an update on which Pokémon are banned.

In a shocking twist, it has been revealed to a stunned Pokémon GO community that bullying employees does not, in fact, improve the game.

Niantic has slowed down Pokémon GO with a new update that fades in and out of catches. Does this render the Quick Catch Method useless?

Which Pokémon should you invest Stardust in to power-up in Pokémon GO? Should it be all about power? About a bond with a Buddy?

As Niantic rolls back Pokémon GO's pandemic bonuses, they are introducing "exploration bonuses" for Pokémon trainers. Is it enough?

Tonight is Regigigas Raid Hour in Pokémon GO. With this guide of tips, play more Raid Hours for a better chance at a Shiny Pokémon.

Here's how you can take advantage of Swinub Spotlight Hour and tomorrow's XP bonus in Pokémon GO, and maybe even catch a Shiny Swinub.

We finally know what's happening with the pandemic bonuses in Pokémon GO. Niantic announces sweeping changes in a controversial update.

If you have extra Legendaries in Pokémon GO, what should you do? Should you trade them? Or perhaps... gasp... transfer Legendary Pokémon?

Pokémon GO has announced new changes coming to the game, including an updated Pokédex and a feature that mimics a player's real-life sky.

Slaking is in raids in Pokémon GO. With these top counters and tips, you and your Pokémon can defeat this raid as a solo trainer.

Niantic has responded to criticism from fans about their handling of Pokémon GO's PVP platform GO Battle League. Here's what they said.

Slowking is in raids in Pokémon GO. Now that Slowbro can be encountered in its Shiny form through raids... can Slowking? Find out now!

Goomy has been released in Pokémon GO, so let's look at this species role in the anime and original games to see why it's worth hunting.

These exclusive Dragon-type attacks are available now in Pokémon GO for Salamence and Dragonite. Here's the last date they can be unlocked.

Don't listen to influencers claiming that Xerneas is a "trash" Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Playing the long game has been known to pay off.