{"id":441,"date":"2016-07-18T12:28:05","date_gmt":"2016-07-18T12:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webrangers.co.za\/?p=441"},"modified":"2018-06-13T09:06:10","modified_gmt":"2018-06-13T09:06:10","slug":"pokemon-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webrangers.co.za\/?p=441","title":{"rendered":"Pokemon Go"},"content":{"rendered":"

Say what?!<\/h2>\n

Pok\u00e9mon Go is a free-to-play location-based augmented reality (AR) mobile game developed by Niantic. It was released in July 2016. The game allows players to capture, battle, and train virtual Pok\u00e9mon who appear throughout the real world. It makes use of GPS and the camera of compatible devices.<\/p>\n

Ok, is it safe?<\/h2>\n

Physical safety<\/strong><\/p>\n

An American teen found a dead body while playing the game and another group of teens were robbed by armed assailants while playing. Due to the nature of the game, i.e. that it is played outside it is important to consider your physical safety while playing the game. While these cases may sound extreme, there are also the dangers of \u2018distracted walking\u2019 which can put you at risk of injury or worse.<\/p>\n

Obviously it is important to remain aware of your surroundings while playing. Don\u2019t go to unfamiliar places alone. Tell a trusted adult that you\u2019re playing and where you are going. Remember, your safety is not worth a Pok\u00e9mon, no matter how rare.<\/p>\n

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