Pokemon GO servers back up after cyber attack
Pokemon GO launched in 26 new countries today. The game servers also suffered through a possible cyber attack. A few hours after all this excitement, the game may be on the road to recovery.
Good news, trainers! Various outlets have been reporting that players have been able to once again log into Pokemon GO.
SERVER UPDATE: Some #PokemonGO players have reported being able to login.
— Pokémon GO News (@PokemonGoNews) July 16, 2016
While some players have indeed been able to access the game again, it’s important to note that this might not apply to everyone.
Please be aware that not all Trainers are able to log in at the moment. Hang in there! #PokemonGO
— Pokemon News (@TrainerINTEL) July 16, 2016
SERVER UPDATE: It appears the #PokemonGO servers are back online. Service and login time may be slow for some users.
— Pokémon GO News (@PokemonGoNews) July 16, 2016
With over 56,000 followers, @PoGoServer seems to be a good Twitter account to follow in order to get the most updated Pokemon GO server information even though it is not officially affiliated with the game. As of now, it still has the servers labeled offline due to the inconsistency of access:
There is no estimated time for when the servers will be fully online again. Hang in there, trainers! #PokemonGO
— Pokemon News (@TrainerINTEL) July 16, 2016
@PokemonGoNews, another nonaffiliated account that provides up-to-the-minute updates and info about the game, echoed this sentiment:
SERVER UPDATE: #PokemonGO service is fluctuating for some members and down entirely for others. We will let you know when we have more info.
— Pokémon GO News (@PokemonGoNews) July 16, 2016
So be patient and keep trying, trainers! It may take a while, but you should reunited with your precious Pokemon soon.
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