Pokémon GO Avatar Update Tweaks Player Appearance

A recent Pokemon GO update has introduced a frustrating glitch affecting player avatars. Many users have reported unexpected and drastic changes to their avatar's skin and hair color. This follows an earlier April update intended to "modernize" avatars, which was widely criticized by players for its perceived downgrade in visual quality.

The latest glitch has left some players concerned about potential account breaches, as their avatars have been altered without their consent. One player showcased the dramatic shift, highlighting a change from light skin and white hair to dark skin and brown hair. While Niantic has yet to officially address the issue, a hotfix is anticipated.

This latest incident exacerbates the ongoing controversy surrounding the April avatar update. Rumors of a rushed release and accusations of misleading marketing, using older avatar models in paid advertisements, have fueled player discontent. The negative reception culminated in review bombing on app stores, though Pokemon GO's ratings remain relatively high, at 3.9/5 on the App Store and 4.2/5 on Google Play. The persistent issues with avatar appearances continue to be a major point of contention within the Pokemon GO community.