VIDEO: Playing Pokémon Go at the Texas Capitol
We chat with a few players catching them all on the Capitol grounds
By James Renovitch, 5:04PM, Thu. Jul. 28, 2016
Just how beloved is Pokémon Go? Well, people love it enough to venture to the Capitol grounds in the Texas heat, mingle with other players, and hope for an encounter with one of those elusive virtual creatures.
So what makes the Capitol such a hotspot for the app? We asked a few players about their experiences, how they prepare for a day of Pokémon, and, most importantly, what they’ve been catching.
A note to readers: Bold and uncensored, The Austin Chronicle has been Austin’s independent news source for over 40 years, expressing the community’s political and environmental concerns and supporting its active cultural scene. Now more than ever, we need your support to continue supplying Austin with independent, free press. If real news is important to you, please consider making a donation of $5, $10 or whatever you can afford, to help keep our journalism on stands.
May 17, 2024
