Every time Nintendo has launched Pokémon Go in a new region, the game has become unusable – it won't load or it crashes while trying to catch Pokémon. Less than ideal when you have a rare creature in your sights.
Niantic Labs, the developers behind the game, announced it was "finally broadcasting" in Japan. The game was first released on July 6 in the US, Australia and New Zealand and has been rolling out globally since.
In addition to various Twitter handles that are keeping a track on the server status, there are now sites that let you check the status before you even attempt to go on a Pokéhunt.
IsPokémonGoDownOrNot shows the recent server status as well as historical data. It details, using a traffic light system, if the server is working, the latency and whether it's possible to place a Lure module.
Credit Pokémon Go Server Status
This site additionally shows the uptime, as a percentage, in the past four hours as well as during the past day. There is also an easy-to-read chart that displays its performance.
Meanwhile, the Pokémon Go Server Status is more simple. It uses a traffic light colour scheme to show whether the server is online or not, or if it's unstable. It also shows the uptime performance over the past hour, and day.
When the app launched in Japan, servers crashed almost immediately but were restored within six hours. The Japanese launch was reportedly delayed as the developers firmed up a sponsorship deal with McDonald's. Japanese site Excite News reports the fast food chain is partnering with Pokémon Go developer.
The possibility of sponsored locations in Pokémon Go to help monetise the free-to-play game was reported last week.
Developer Niantic has yet to confirm details, but the scheme would likely see stores and brands paying a fee to be able to offer rare items or Pokémon, enticing players to visit and, hopefully, spend with them.
McDonald's Japan has also declined to provide details on what the partnership will entail, only saying it is collaborating with Niantic to ensure the launch goes smoothly.
Pokémon Go has been plagued by bugs in the territories it is available in, with many players unable to even log in.
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