Pokémon Go phenomenon continues to amaze! According to the New York Times , the game reached 10 million downloads on its first day of release in Japan last Thursday. Surprisingly, this impressive number solidified the game's success in the country where the franchise originated.
Furthermore, analytics firm SimilarWeb highlighted that 24% of Android users in Japan have downloaded Pokémon Go . In other words, the app has surpassed the popularity of platforms like Snapchat, WhatsApp, and KakaoTalk in Japan. Clearly, Pokémon mania has taken over mobile phones, demonstrating the power of nostalgia combined with technology.
Furthermore, according to SensorTower , the game has already accumulated 75 million downloads worldwide . After all, Pokémon Go became the fastest mobile game to reach 50 million downloads , achieving this milestone in just 19 days . To give you an idea, the popular Color Switch took 77 days to achieve the same feat. Therefore, the game's global impact is undeniable.
McDonald's Becomes Official Sponsor of Pokémon Go in Japan
However, success wasn't limited to download numbers. McDonald's , in partnership with the developers, became the game's first official sponsor in Japan . Thus, the chain's restaurants were transformed into key locations within the game , encouraging players to visit the stores while hunting their favorite Pokémon. This strategic move combined entertainment and consumption, creating new possibilities for interaction in the mobile universe.
Pokémon Go is currently available in over 35 countries , including the United States , where it officially launched on July 6. Additionally, during San Diego Comic-Con , Niantic Labs introduced the game's team leaders and revealed that it is considering new features, such as Pokémon breeding, for future updates.
Without a doubt, Pokémon Go continues to innovate and captivate fans around the world. While we wait for the next updates, why not follow all the updates on the official WhatsApp channel and follow us on Instagram ?
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