One of the most important games in the Pokémon universe is almost about to celebrate its 10th anniversary: Pokémon Go. The game, which was one of the most revolutionary ideas ever conceived, has been and continues to be very successful among fans of the brand. However, many absences of legendary Pokémons are still observed today, a fact that may be about to change with upcoming releases. And among these possibilities, the one considered the greatest of all is about to be part of the game. Do you know which one we are talking about?
A revolutionary idea: Pokémon Go
Pokémon Go, released in 2016, came to redefine the interaction between game and player. Matches that until then were controlled via screen began to have an interaction with the real world, which was a very clever move. The constant technological advancement of mobile games and the very plot of the Pokémon universe formed a perfect combination for the emergence of the game’s idea: a Pokémon hunt in the real world.
The revolutionary idea was a worldwide success. For those who have always been fans of the game — and even for those who weren’t — the possibility of interacting with the universe is an unprecedented way to generate a level of excitement and even nostalgia in people from different generations.
The game will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year, and with this milestone, many rumors are raised about Pokémon that have not yet appeared, especially those considered mythical, like Manaphy and Phione. But besides those, one of the most anticipated — if not the most anticipated — Pokémon might be about to be included in the game, and the 10-year mark could be the opportunity for that. We are talking about Arceus.
What makes Arceus so special?
Since the launch of Pokémon Go, the absence of Arceus has been noticed by players around the world. Known as the God of Pokémon, responsible for the creation of the entire mythical universe and the Pokémon themselves, it is to be expected that Arceus would be a sought-after presence by the fans of the game.
With the unique ability to change into various types of forms, in addition to having very high statistics, Arceus is one of the most noticeable absences. And it’s no surprise due to all those characteristics, mainly its ability to change form, the complexity of implementing it in the game is greater, and consequently takes more time.
However, good news may come soon. Niantic declared that Arceus and other mythics will not debut at the Sinnoh Tour event, justifying that such names deserve — and demand — a level of detailed investment. The main message is that the long-awaited inclusion in the game must be well-planned and well-executed. On the other hand, the statement eliminates any doubt about the non-appearance of these beings. It is no longer a matter of ‘if’ but rather a matter of ‘when.’
Is the long wait coming to an end?
The confirmation that Arceus will be included in the game is a relief for players who have been waiting for the debut of the mythical God since the game’s launch. However, the strategy of the developers is smart. The sporadic release of characters maintains the level of interest for the upcoming news about the game, perpetuating the game’s presence in people’s daily lives.
The 10-year wait may be about to end. The most powerful Pokémon of all, with its development in the game confirmed, and which will bring new forms of interaction and experiences, will be an important milestone for the history of the game and the brand, and most importantly, for the players.
