Pokémon GO marks 10th anniversary as development team rebrands to Scopely Explore

Niantic’s mobile game Pokémon GO is celebrating its ten‑year milestone with a short Anniversary Party running from July 4‑6, 2026, followed by the global GO Fest 2026 event. The party features special bonuses such as 4× XP and Stardust, increased chances for shiny costumed Pokémon, and the debut of a commemorative Gimmighoul holding a 10th‑anniversary coin. Players can also earn extra candies, gifts, and other rewards based on GO Pass rank milestones.

In parallel, the studio behind the game announced that the former Niantic‑Games team has officially changed its name to Scopely Explore, reflecting the acquisition by mobile‑games publisher Scopely a year earlier. The rebranding does not alter the development team or its long‑term commitment to the game, and the company emphasized continuity for trainers worldwide as it prepares for the anniversary celebrations.