Pokemon challenges Olympics for most popular game in RioRICARDO MORAES/REUTERS A boy plays Pokemon Go in an urban park in Rio de Janeiro. Pokemon Go is challenging the Olympics for most popular game among some young Brazilians. RICARDO MORAES/REUTERS Close to 2 million users have downloaded the game in the Rio area since it was released on August 3. READ MORE:* 21 pro Pokemon Go tips* Canadian woman sues Pokemon GoAs Rio residents rode paddle boats on the lake of the Boa Vista park, youths explored the grounds seeking the Dragon Knight and other prized Pokemon to add to their collection. Barssani said the game was changing the way Brazilian were using their urban space in cities long plagued with high crime rates.

Source: Stuff August 14, 2016 02:35 UTC