Pokemon Go will get realistic look in pokestops using augmented reality

Niantic recently announced AR (augmented reality) mapping tasks for trainers LVL 20 and up. Players will now be able to see a rebrand on some Pokestops in the in-game app when they log in. When rotating a Pokestop tagged "AR Mapping", the player will receive a field survey that will aim to use augmented reality mode to explore the area.

Check out Niantic's announcement on the social network Twitter below:

An exciting feature is coming! You can soon experience Pokémon GO in a whole new way with AR Mapping tasks. https://t.co/zgYEasjFFx pic.twitter.com/VQzSZpttc7

— Pokémon GO (@PokemonGoApp) October 20, 2020

Scanning the Pokestops Location

The announced new functionality was revealed in the month of May of this year in an attempt to improve the effects of augmented reality in Pokemon Go. When players digitize the locations of Pokestops, developers will be able to create 3D maps of these regions. In this way, it will be possible for pokemons to interact with objects in the real world hiding behind a tree, for example.

Reality Blending em Pokemon Go

In May, Niantic started testing in Pokemon Go one of the best features of augmented reality (AR) effects, "Reality Blending". However, to use this novelty, unfortunately the user will need to have a more recent Android smartphone.

how will it work

According to the developers, scans of Pokestop locations take around 20-30 seconds and recommend players walk 360° around the location.

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How augmented reality technology works in Pokemon Go

To use augmented reality (AR) in Pokemon Go, the cell phone uses its camera to capture images and combines 3D objects created virtually with elements of the real environment. In this way, it is possible to see a Pikachu walking down the street in front of you looking at your cell phone screen.

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