Trainers, a new update for Pokémon GO began rolling out Tuesday afternoon. (If you follow us on Twitter (@PNN_APTV), you probably got our Update Report Tweets). While it was labeled as a bug-fixing update, it was anything but. Let's dive into all the additional code in the APK and GAME_MASTER file!
AR PLUS: Months after being promised the "AR Playground" feature to be able to interact with our Pokémon in the real-world, we are finally getting some manifestation of it. The upcoming AR Plus feature will be a new way to encounter Pokémon. Trainers will be able to sneak up on a wild Pokémon, just like you'd do in the Pokémon world!
New icons and a new splash / loading screen were included with this update, which would indicate we'll see this feature sooner rather than later. It could be as early as the next wave of Generation 3, but we'll certainly see it in 2018.
NEW ITEM SPRITES: New 2D artwork was discovered for six holiday-themed presents, just like last year. While we aren't able to determine what will be in these boxes, expect it to be a great sale. We definitely expect the new Star Piece to be included. Also, the Johto and Hoenn Badges have new icons.
WATER WAVE OF GEN 3: Chrales has come through again! The GAME_MASTER file has been updated with a plethora of new sprites! The Ice-types and Water-types of Generation 3 are going to be the next wave! Ludicolo, Wailord, Sharpedo, Milotic, Glalie, and more will be in Pokémon GO soon!
This also includes the Santa penguin himself, Delibird! Delibird's sprite was also discovered, which all but officially confirms it's Christmastime release. To see some of the sprites that Chrales discovered, check out the slideshow below. Thanks for reading, Trainers, and stay tuned for more developments!
AR PLUS: Months after being promised the "AR Playground" feature to be able to interact with our Pokémon in the real-world, we are finally getting some manifestation of it. The upcoming AR Plus feature will be a new way to encounter Pokémon. Trainers will be able to sneak up on a wild Pokémon, just like you'd do in the Pokémon world!
New icons and a new splash / loading screen were included with this update, which would indicate we'll see this feature sooner rather than later. It could be as early as the next wave of Generation 3, but we'll certainly see it in 2018.
NEW ITEM SPRITES: New 2D artwork was discovered for six holiday-themed presents, just like last year. While we aren't able to determine what will be in these boxes, expect it to be a great sale. We definitely expect the new Star Piece to be included. Also, the Johto and Hoenn Badges have new icons.
WATER WAVE OF GEN 3: Chrales has come through again! The GAME_MASTER file has been updated with a plethora of new sprites! The Ice-types and Water-types of Generation 3 are going to be the next wave! Ludicolo, Wailord, Sharpedo, Milotic, Glalie, and more will be in Pokémon GO soon!
This also includes the Santa penguin himself, Delibird! Delibird's sprite was also discovered, which all but officially confirms it's Christmastime release. To see some of the sprites that Chrales discovered, check out the slideshow below. Thanks for reading, Trainers, and stay tuned for more developments!
SOURCE: Chrales, GO Hub Datamine