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Wow, I actually played again.
After being completely displeased with some really bad decisions as far as gym dynamics go. Participating in a live raid was pretty fun, despite the fact with 20 players it was way too easy. Ninantic has not only jumped over a dollar chasing a quarter with many of their decisions, but that was actually pretty fun.
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Yes, I know. I found myself alone against a vape, and came close, so I tried again. When two rival team members joined, I initially wanted to disappear (now they know who I am!), but then I thought it was fun. Sure didn't have to hide, really, I'm lvl 35 and they were 31 and 28.
If Niantic wanted to promote more social interaction - not on stupid FB, but irl - they are succeeding.