Pokemon Go Takes Over Korea As Gamers Travel Hours To Play New App

Published: July 19, 2016, 3:59 a.m.

b'Pok\\xe9mon Go has become an overnight success with millions of downloads and users across the world. But, for Pok\\xe9mon fans in South Korea, the success of the new app has been bittersweet as the game has not yet been officially released in the ROK. However, people from across the country are already traveling to Sokcho, the first area that allows users to play due to a mapping oddity, to play the game and preparing for a time when it will be available across the country. Korea FM\\u2019s Chance Dorland spoke with Gangnam Gamers\\u2019 Wilfred Lee & EXBC live streamer Esco to hear how they and others have traveled hours to play Pok\\xe9mon Go and what the experience has shown them about the game and dedication of South Korean fans. Check out GangnamGamers.com and Facebook.com/EXBCEXBC for more info.

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