Pokemon GO released in Japan

Pokemon GO released in Japan

Pokemon GO, the hit Nintendo-backed smartphone game, finally launched in Japan. McDonald’s Japan said its nearly 3,000 shops across Japan would serve as spots where Pokemon can be battled or “trained” in the game. Mcdonald’s is trading up following the release.

Here are data visualizations showing Pokemon GO activity, and the effect of McDonald’s joining the frenzy of activity on their stock price.