Which three countries first received Pokémon Go when its global rollout began?

Australia, New Zealand, and the United States were the first three countries to receive Pokémon Go when its global rollout began.

Niantic released Pokémon Go in those markets on July 6, 2016. The mobile game combined the Pokémon franchise with location-based gameplay, allowing players to find virtual creatures through a smartphone’s GPS and camera-related features.

The launch expanded in stages rather than arriving worldwide on one day. Germany followed on July 13, the United Kingdom on July 14, and Japan on July 22. Different release dates helped the developer manage demand and technical pressure as millions of people attempted to play.

Pokémon Go became a major cultural event during its first weeks. Its augmented-reality presentation encouraged players to walk through real locations while searching for Pokémon, PokéStops, and Gyms. The game’s first launch markets are therefore an important part of its history.