“The delay is due to the preparations for the Pokémon Go application update in order to optimize Pokémon Go Plus. In order for us to offer new experiences to play Pokémon Go with Pokémon Go Plus with a quality level high enough to satisfy as many people as possible, we decided that it is necessary to take enough time for the completion. We ask for your understanding.”
Original story follows:The Pokémon Go Plus accessory has been delayed.The real-world add-on was originally expected to release towards the end of July, but according to Nintendo, the device will now launch in September. No reason for the delay was given, but it's probably got something to do with Team Rocket.The Go Plus accessory connects to the user’s smartphone via Bluetooth to let them perform tasks like catching a Pokémon with just the press of a button. The device also notifies the player when Pokémon are nearby.
Pokémon Go made an appearance at this year’s Comic-con. Not only did we learn who the game’s Team leaders are, the team at Niantic were on hand to discuss all the major features coming to Pokémon Go in the future. Wesley Copeland is a freelance news writer who writes terrible bios. For more obvious statements and video game chat, you should probably follow him on Twitter.
