Pikachu Lands in Turkey

NIANTIC

Pokémon Go

Brought Pikachu from Japan to Turkey for the first time, delivering unforgettable Pokémon GO experiences across Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir.

Community Moments, Event Marketing, Experiential Design, Graphic Designs, Media Buying, Niantic, On-Ground Storytelling

Pokemon GO Turkey Pikachu Event Offline Campaign
pokemon go shopping mall event

REGION
TR

YEAR
2022

TYPE
MOBILE GAME

LEAD
ALP

CHALLENGE

To celebrate Pokémon GO in a memorable way, the goal was to deliver a one-of-a-kind physical activation that would ignite national buzz and deepen emotional bonds with the brand. The challenge was making it both culturally relevant and universally magical.

Pokemon Go İstanbul - Ankara - İzmir Offline Event

OUR
SOLUTION

With this Pokémon GO Marketing Campaign we hosted live Pikachu events in Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, blending localized programming with a unified brand experience. The campaign was supported by targeted media buying, native content, and 10+ OOH creatives, ensuring visibility and engagement across platforms and cities.

Pokemon GO Turkey Pikachu Event Offline Activaiton

RESULTS

This unique Pokémon GO Marketing Campaign drew 15K unique participants and generated 15M+ social media impressions. Native content reached 125K+ reads. The activation strengthened Pokémon GO’s emotional resonance in Turkey, creating lasting memories for fans in three major cities.

Local Legends Unite

United Pokémon GO’s Turkish community through culturally resonant content and locally tailored events.

From Trend to Triumph

Turned a rising TikTok trend into a viral Hay Day campaign, driving massive community growth with minimal budget.