Pokémon GO

Augmented reality is a technology that has been heard a lot about recently, it seeks to add virtual information to the real world, so that we have an experience mixed. Augmented reality has enormous potential, with many possible applications, such as traffic information, signage or maps displayed on the windshield of your car. ;vil, your company's finances displayed on your desk, and in the field of entertainment infinite possibilities in the development of video games. A notable case is that of Pokémon GO, created by Niantic, Inc.

Pokémon GO is an augmented reality game, which recreates the imaginary world of Pokémon in the real world. (the Game Boy game and later the 90s animated series). As in the series, the game focuses on the search and capture of Pokémon, and the competition between Pokémon trainers to measure their skills and increase your prestige.

When starting the game the user will be able to Customize your Avatar that represents you in the virtual world. The player has to go out and explore the world with his Smartphone to find the Pokémon and try to capture them. Following the logic of the series, certain types of Pokémon are found in certain geographical locations, for example aquatic Pokémon will be found nearby. of lakes. The player can search forPoké Stopslocated in interesting places around the world, such as historical landmarks or public monuments, to collect Poké Ballsand other objects.

The player can also collect Pokémon eggs from which a specimen will hatch after the user has traveled a specific distance. fica, and a Pokémon may appear that the user has not seen before in the game. Also, as in the series, Pokémon have the ability to evolve, when the player gathers a certain amount of the same Pokémon they will have the ability to evolve. the opportunity for one of them to evolve (transform into a better Pokémon).

The player can participate together with other players in the capture and defense of Pokémon gyms, these gyms are located in real world locations, and to capture or defend them, battles will take place between the Pokémon, similar to the dynamics in the series. The user will also be able to perform challenges, which if achieved will unlock a badge that will appear on the screen. in her profile.

Pokémon GO is a great example of an augmented reality application and the impact it can have on society. Without a doubt Pokémon GO will be a precedent for a number of augmented reality games, which have some benefits over traditional video games, for example, by encouraging the user to go out and walk around their town, making it a much healthier alternative than sitting in front of the PC or TV, in addition to the direct social interaction that occurs when meeting other players who are in the real world places, which are of interest to the game (the Poké Stops). Pokémon GO is available for iOS and Android, you can download it for free at Google Play.