Pokemon GO Players Warn Fans About New Private Arbitration Agreement

Pokemon GO fans are voicing concerns over Niantic's recently updated Terms of Service (ToS), which now require all disputes to be settled through the company's Informal Dispute Resolution system or a private arbitration company. This new agreement effectively eliminates players' rights to sue Niantic in court or participate in class action lawsuits.

What Changed in the Terms of Service?

Niantic's updated ToS stipulate that:

Dispute Resolution: All disputes must be resolved through an Informal Dispute Resolution process or binding arbitration by the National Arbitration & Mediation.
Waiver of Rights: Players waive their rights to sue in court, have a trial by jury, or seek class or non-individualized relief.
Binding Arbitration: If disputes are not settled informally within 45 days, they proceed to arbitration, which is final and binding.

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Community Reactions

The update has sparked significant backlash within the Pokemon GO community. Players expressed their discontent on forums, including a detailed post by user DaringDani123 on the Pokemon GO subreddit. The main concerns include:

Loss of Legal Rights: Players are worried about losing their right to sue Niantic or join class action lawsuits.
Discontent with Recent Updates: The update comes at a time when many players are already frustrated with recent game changes and bugs.

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How to Opt Out of Niantic's Arbitration Agreement

Players have the option to opt out of the arbitration agreement, but there are specific steps and a strict deadline:

Deadline: Players have 30 days from agreeing to the ToS to opt out.
Procedure: Send an email to termsofservice@nianticlabs.com.
Details to Include: The notice must include the player’s name, address, and the email address associated with their Niantic account.
Effect: Opting out of arbitration still binds the player to the rest of the ToS, with no impact on gameplay reported.

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Speculations and Future Concerns

The sudden change in Niantic’s ToS has led to speculation about potential incidents prompting such measures. Players are urging others to carefully consider the implications of the new agreement and to opt out if they wish to retain certain legal rights.

News Source:- gamerant.com