Niantic’s Peridot, the Augmented Reality Alien Dog, Is Now a Talking Tour Guide

Niantic, the creators of the popular game Pokémon Go, have introduced a new feature for their augmented reality (AR) game Peridot. The game's cute AR cartoon companions, called Peridots, now have the ability to talk and guide users around the real world, providing them with interesting information along the way. The talking feature is being demonstrated first in Snap Spectacles, a wearable device that allows users to experience the AR elements of the game. This new feature aims to enhance the user's experience by allowing the Peridots to engage with them directly and share relevant information about their surroundings. The integration of this voice-enabled functionality is part of Niantic's ongoing efforts to create more immersive and interactive AR experiences. By enabling their digital companions to communicate with users, the company hopes to further blur the lines between the virtual and physical worlds, providing a more engaging and educational gameplay experience.