Following their substantial success with Pok émon Go, Nintendo and Niantic have actually lastly navigated to working together on another augmented-reality (AR) game.
The game will be based upon Nintendo’s effective Pikmin franchise, however beyond that information are rather little. In a statement on Monday, March 22, the Japanese home entertainment giant just let on that the title is set for launch “later this year” and will consist of “activities designed to encourage walking and make the activity more enjoyable.”
Niantic isn’t stating much, either, recommending in a tweet that we “imagine exploring the world through the wonder of AR and alongside all of your pals — including your new Pikmin friends!”
We&&# 39; re overjoyed to make brand-new memories with our partners at @Nintendo and YOU!???? Imagine checking out the world through the marvel of AR and along with all of your friends– including your brand-new #Pikmin pals! Learn more about our collaboration here: https://t.co/TiQ10S8kMR pic.twitter.com/YUpp4P33NA
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Niantic is headquartered in San Francisco, however the partnership will be the very first title produced by its Tokyo Studio, which opened its doors 3 years earlier.
Digital Trends’ video gaming expert Joseph Yaden explains Nintendo’s long-running Pikmin series as “unlike anything you’ve ever played,” including, “It’s a mix between real-time strategy and puzzle, with action elements sprinkled throughout.” With that in mind, Pikmin fans make certain to opt for the brand-new AR game in a huge method, comparable to how Pok émon fans– and numerous others besides– came down upon Pok émon Go.
“As we continue to expand our games portfolio, it was a natural next step to team up with Nintendo,” John Hanke, CEO of Niantic, stated in a release. “We’re looking forward to shaping the future of AR together, bringing Nintendo’s beloved game characters to life for mobile game players around the world.”
Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto commented: “Niantic’s AR technology has made it possible for us to experience the world as if Pikmin are secretly living all around us. Based on the theme of making walking fun, our mission is to provide people with a new experience that’s different from traditional games. We hope that the Pikmin and this app will become a partner in your life.”
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