Niantic CEO: We're Acquiring Users at a More Normal Pace

The transcript covers an interview with Niantic CEO John Hanke discussing the success and challenges of Pokémon Go. It highlights the game's development hurdles, user growth, and future plans, including augmented reality projects. The discussion also touches on data privacy, partnerships with Apple, revenue distribution, and new game features. Safety concerns and global expansion plans are addressed, emphasizing the game's continuous evolution.

What was one of the main challenges Niantic faced after the launch of Pokémon Go?

• Negative reviews from critics

• Competition from other games

• Lack of interest from users

• Infrastructure demands due to user growth

How did Niantic describe the current state of Pokémon Go's user base?

• Rapidly expanding

• Stagnant with no growth

• Growing at a normal pace

• Experiencing a decline

What is Niantic's approach to user data collected through Pokémon Go?

• Selling it to third parties

• Using it to improve the game

• Sharing it with other companies

• Storing it indefinitely

What is a key feature of the Apple Watch that excites Niantic for Pokémon Go?

• Larger screen size

• Independent GPS functionality

• Longer battery life

• Increased storage capacity

What new feature was recently introduced in Pokémon Go?

• Trading Pokémon

• New battle modes

• Virtual reality support

• Buddy Pokémon feature

What is Niantic's stance on the safety of Pokémon Go players?

• Players should rely on the game for safety guidance

• Safety is not a concern for the company

• Players should be aware of their surroundings

• The game ensures complete safety

What is one of the challenges Niantic faces in launching Pokémon Go in new markets?

• Regulatory issues and special laws

• Lack of interest from local players

• Insufficient marketing strategies

• Technical limitations of the game