If you’re a Pokémon GO fan, buckle up because there might be some significant changes on the horizon. The popular app has been innovating over the past nine years, and many new features have been added. A new rumored feature has surfaced that has some fans concerned.

Pokémon GO: Controversial Feature Incoming

This news comes thanks to The Pokemod Group, a well-known Pokémon GO dataminer who has dug up something interesting. They have found a system for stat increases called “Hyper Training Service” within the game’s code. Using this service, players might be able to use an in-game currency called Bottle Caps to increase and max out their favorite Pokémon’s stats. This would pave the way for players to secure a 100% perfect Pokémon⁠, something that is notoriously difficult to catch in Pokémon GO.

Now, you might wonder why this is controversial. The answer lies in the game balance. This new feature could drastically change the dynamics of the game and how much time and effort players invest in capturing the perfect creature. Moreover, if Bottle Caps are indeed the primary currency for the Hyper Training Service, this raises questions about cost and accessibility. Will Bottle Caps be easy to acquire, or will players have to grind for hours or even open their wallets to max out their Pokémon’s stats?

Sale To Scopely

Adding more fuel to the fire, this update comes amidst news that Niantic is selling Pokémon GO to Scopely in a whopping $3.5 billion deal. Players are understandably uncertain about the future of their beloved mobile title. How will Scopely, the maker of Monopoly GO, plan future updates for Pokémon GO? And what are their policies regarding the monetization of the game?

Despite the concerns, it’s important to remember that these updates are still in the leak stage. Pokémon GO fans might still have a few weeks or even months until the Hyper Training Service is officially added to the gameplay, if it ever makes it past the development stage. Fans can now look forward to the upcoming Pokémon GO event, ‘Catch Mastery,’ scheduled for March 16 from 10 AM to 8 PM local time. The event promises a Gen 5 Archen as a reward for Field Research tasks, so don’t miss out!

Final Thoughts

One thing remains clear despite all these changes, developments, and uncertainties. Pokémon GO, since its launch in 2016, has consistently been one of the most successful live service games, beloved for its immersive real-world Pokémon trainer experience. Whatever lies ahead in its journey, we’re excited to see how the game evolves and continues to capture the hearts of gamers worldwide.