Pocket Hunter: Enhanced Pokémon GO® Experience with Up to 10x Capture Rate on Sale During Rakuten Shopping Marathon
ONO Boeki Co., Ltd. is offering the “Pocket Hunter,” an innovative AR game support tool compatible with Pokémon GO®, at a special price during the August Rakuten Shopping Marathon. This sale aims to provide a safer and more comfortable gaming environment amidst the summer heat, by reducing the risks of heatstroke and distracted walking, and alleviating concerns about smartphone overheating and rapid battery depletion.
The sale period is from August 4, 2026, at 20:00, to August 11, 2026, at 01:59.
The product is available at the following campaign sites:
ONO Boeki Co., Ltd. serves as the official Japanese distributor for Brook Gaming (Zero Plus Technology Co.), a global leader in game peripherals based in Taiwan. Through this partnership, the “Auto Catch” series, including devices like Pocket Hunter, has been introduced in Japan. These essential items significantly enhance the efficiency of gameplay in AR games such as Pokémon GO®, which has surpassed one billion downloads worldwide, and have received high acclaim from many users.
The series not only functions as a game aid but also contributes to solving the societal issue of distracted walking by providing an environment where players can safely enjoy games without constantly looking at their screens.
Key Features of Pocket Hunter
Pocket Hunter offers several features designed to optimize the AR gaming experience, particularly for iOS users.
iOS-Exclusive Wide Area Assist Function: Up to 10x Capture Rate
This innovative iOS-exclusive feature optimizes encounters with Pokémon within a surrounding area of approximately 1km. Players can efficiently auto-catch a wider range of Pokémon even while resting at a cafe or on a bench. Verification in a manufacturer’s environment has shown that the number of captures can increase by up to 10 times compared to normal gameplay.
iOS-Exclusive Smart Roaming Function: Flexible Route Settings
The device includes “Point-to-Point Movement” for travel between specified locations and “Patrol Mode” for circulating within a defined range. Patrol Mode also allows for the addition of arbitrary stop points, enabling players to set flexible support routes tailored to their activity patterns, thereby enhancing play efficiency.
iOS-Exclusive Smart Egg Hatching Assist Function: Efficient Hatching On-the-Go
Through Bluetooth connection with an iOS device, this function continuously supports egg hatching in the background, regardless of the app’s display status. This allows players to efficiently hatch eggs during commutes, breaks at cafes, or other waiting times, utilizing various daily scenarios.
Value Propositions of Pocket Hunter
Significantly Reduces Distracted Walking Risks
With automatic Pokémon capture (auto-catch) and item collection (auto-spin), there is no need to constantly look at the screen. This allows players to focus on their surroundings, resolving the inherent conflict of AR games where being engrossed in the game can be dangerous. Players can enjoy beautiful scenery while playing safely.
Ultimate Ease of Use: Plug-and-Play
Simply plug the device into a USB-C port to start playing. No complicated settings or pre-charging are required. Its compact design integrates with a smartphone, making it easy to carry. The LED indicator (green for disconnected, purple for connected) provides instant status checks. Equipped with a power-saving mode, it ensures continuous use without stress during commutes, walks, or travels.
Pass-Through Charging for Reduced Battery Anxiety
Supporting 5V/1A pass-through charging, Pocket Hunter allows simultaneous charging of the smartphone while in use. By connecting a mobile battery to the USB-C port at the bottom, the fundamental concern of high battery consumption in AR games is addressed. This enables extended outdoor play without worrying about battery levels.
Special Price During Rakuten Shopping Marathon
Pocket Hunter, the Pokémon GO® compatible AR game support tool that plugs directly into a smartphone’s USB-C port, is available at a special price during the Rakuten Shopping Marathon. This offer helps streamline gameplay from early summer outings to daily commutes.
Please note: While this product is available at general retailers, this special offer is exclusively for “Rakuten Ichiba” and “Amazon.”
Sale Period: Rakuten Shopping Marathon
August 4, 2026 (Tuesday) 20:00 – August 11, 2026 (Tuesday) 01:59
Campaign Site URLs:
Product Overview
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Product Name: Pocket Hunter
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Product Specifications:
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Supported OS: iOS (compatible with most AR games)
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Connection Method: USB-C (Plug-and-Play)
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Power Supply: Powered by the connected device (no internal battery)
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Pass-Through Charging: 5V/1A compatible
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Weight: Approximately 5g
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Size: 53 × 10.40 × 25 mm
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Product Contents:
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Pocket Hunter main unit × 1
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Strap × 1
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Quick Start Guide × 1
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Important Notes on Usage
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Some functions of this product may be limited depending on the specifications and version of the game application used. Please check the operating environment of each app and enjoy at your own discretion.
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Support for in-game operations is not covered.
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“Pokémon GO®” is a trademark or registered trademark of Niantic, Inc. and its affiliates. This product is not an officially licensed product.
