Pokémon Go just introduced a pricey new item—the Gold Bottle Cap—that instantly maxes out all your Pokémon's stats (IVs), making it a shortcut to creating a "perfect" shiny Pokémon. But here's the catch: it's locked behind a $20 Battle Pass. So, is it worth shelling out the cash, or is this just another monetization tactic?

Editor’s Note: For hardcore Pokémon Go players, this could be a game-changer—no more grinding for perfect IVs. But for casual players, dropping $20 on a single item might feel steep. It’s another example of how mobile games are testing what players are willing to pay for convenience. Worth it? Depends on how badly you want that flawless shiny Charizard.

Supercell, the Finnish studio behind hit mobile games like Clash Royale and Brawl Stars, is bringing its titles to WeChat as mini games—no downloads required. This move taps into Tencent’s massive WeChat audience in China, where Brawl Stars is already live and Clash Royale is expected to launch in September.

Editor’s Note: For gamers, this means easier access to Supercell’s popular titles without clogging up phone storage. For Tencent, it’s a smart play to keep users engaged within WeChat’s ecosystem. And for Supercell, it’s a big opportunity to grow in China, where WeChat’s billion-plus users are a goldmine. Win-win-win.