Summary
APokemon GOplayer received a strange message after they made a post on the Campfire app. Fellow gamers have shared their thoughts on the matter, trying to figure out why it happened and pointing to prior issues with Niantic andPokemon GO.
Pokemon GOcan be fully played on its own, but theCampfire appis designed to provide a way to help players to meet members of the local playerbase, findPokemon GOhot spots, and generally adds a more community-focused element to Niantic’s games. One of the things the Campfire app features is the ability to share images of Pokemon caught inPokemon GO, which includes text provided by the user, and the general location where it was caught. However, this user’s message didn’t get the response they expected.
A Reddit user by the name of hrhiqwm shared their experience of having their Campfire post of an impressiveShiny Xerneasflagged by Niantic. A screeenshot indicates that less than 30 seconds after the post was made, Niantic flagged it for review, stating that it might be a violation of its Player Guidelines. Understandably, this left hrhiqwm confused, as all they wanted to do was make a pun and share their impressive find.
Pokemon GO Players Speculate on Post Flagging
While the exact reason behind this post being flagged is unknown and Niantic likely won’t comment on it, it’s more likely than not an automatic process, considering how quickly the post was flagged. Niantic may be a bit overzealous to prevent illicit messages from appearing on the Campfire app, considering that it’s attached to real-world locations and is connected to a game that’s played by adults and children alike. One player reassured hrhiqwm that when they found themselves in a similar situation, their post went through a short time later, having presumably been cleared by an employee. Chances are the same will happen to this fan, and their account won’t be in any danger, though that hasn’t saved them from being jokingly scolded by the community for their “Dad joke.”
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