The brand new and unique Snorlax being launched in Pokémon Go’s Catching Some Z’s occasion this weekend is just accessible to those that have bought the brand new Pokémon Go Plus gadget, which doesn’t come low cost at $54.99 within the U.S. and £49.99 in Europe.
Gamers want to finish the Special Research task related to the occasion to unlock this lovely nightcap-wearing model of Snorlax, and that may solely be accomplished by pairing the Pokémon Go Plus gadget with the app.
It’s actually not splendid, and it’s a steep funding for many who weren’t planning on shopping for the gadget.
Some consider it’s a scheme to persuade families and friends to purchase multiple devices, however that seems to not be the case—at the very least for now—since Pokémon gamers do seem to have the ability to catch a couple of on the identical account by unpairing and re-pairing their device. This may be unintentional and could possibly be fastened quickly.
It’s not the primary time Niantic has paywalled content material. Simply have a look at the lengthy record of ticketed occasions, which gamers have complained about in the past. Nevertheless it might mark the start of a brand new period that would see occasions and options restricted to those that personal a Pokémon Go Plus. That mentioned, this one is tied to its launch, so maybe that’s leaping the gun somewhat.
The Pokémon Go Plus isn’t all unhealthy, although. It lets gamers play with out lifting a finger by doing issues like throwing Poké Balls and spinning PokéStops routinely, though some bugs have to be ironed out proper now.
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Whether or not it’s well worth the hefty price ticket is a special story, however one factor’s for certain—you’ll want one if you wish to add a Snorlax sporting a nightcap to your Pokémon assortment with out counting on another person to commerce.
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