Pokémon Go, one of the most beloved mobile games ever, is reportedly in talks to be sold to Scopely—a company notorious for aggressive monetization and pay-to-win mechanics. This deal could drastically harm the game we love.

For years, Pokémon Go has thrived under Niantic, bringing players together through exploration, community events, and nostalgia. But if Scopely takes over, we risk seeing Pokémon Go turned into yet another cash-grab filled with predatory microtransactions, paywalls, and intrusive ads—as seen in their other games like Marvel Strike Force and Monopoly GO!.

We, the dedicated players of Pokémon Go, demand that Niantic and The Pokémon Company reconsider this sale to protect the integrity of the game and its community. We refuse to let Pokémon Go become another soulless, pay-to-win mobile cash cow.