The Pokémon developer is facing a massive data leak

October 10, 2024

Game Freak Inc.

Notice and apology regarding leakage of personal information due to unauthorized access

Game Freak Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, CEO: Satoshi Tajiri, hereinafter referred to as “the Company”) discovered that the personal information of our employees and others was leaked in connection with unauthorized access to our server by a third party in August 2024.

We sincerely apologize for the great inconvenience and concern caused to all concerned.

1. Leaked personal information

Personal data about our employees, etc.*

Items: Name, company email address

Number of cases: 2,606

*Our employees, contracted business employees (including G-appointed employees and former employees)

2. Response to those whose personal information is confirmed to have been leaked

We communicate with relevant employees, etc. by others.

For those who may not be contacted due to resignations, etc., we will notify them of this announcement and establish a telephone number to handle questions regarding this matter.

3. Measures to prevent recurrence

We have already rebuilt and retested our servers, but we will work to prevent a recurrence and strengthen our security measures.

4. Questions about this matter

Inquiries from those affected by this matter can be made at the telephone number below.