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Events on Wednesday 6 July 2016 1
2016Pokemon Go LaunchesAugmented-reality game becomes global phenomenonNiantic released Pokemon Go, an augmented-reality mobile game that let players catch virtual creatures in real-world locations. The app became a global cultural phenomenon, drawing tens of millions of players within its first weeks. It was credited with popularizing augmented-reality gaming.