A great company with talented minds ruined by poor leadership & producers. - Story Producer Niantic Employee Review

2.0
9 Oct 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Now don't get me wrong, Niantic is a lovely place to meet some of the brightest and best in the industry! Everyone is super nice, welcoming, and always wanting to help out - even if they're not on your project! Some of the benefits include monthly exercise-related expenses being covered, monthly internet being covered, and plenty of options to take days off (sick, vacation, mental health, etc.) You will have no trouble making lifelong friends and learning a thing or two from industry pros or from completely other fields alike! And if this is your first industry gig, it's a great foothold to get to the next thing!

Cons

You also might be assigned time-wasting tasks for the sake of making "progress" which isn't fun. Your time is valuable and you shouldn't be working here as a cog in the wheel. Get used to working in the middle of a freeway offramp, freeway on-ramp, a one-way street to get around the office, and lack of office space and parking.

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5.0
20 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The people, the amazing office, the work life balance, the benefits, 401k match

Cons

Niantic had few flaws and none that come to mind currently

3.0
12 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Niantic has a unique mission and works on products that blend technology, gaming, community, and real-world exploration. The people are generally smart, passionate, and collaborative, and there are opportunities to work on creative projects with global impact. The company also offers a good learning environment for those interested in gaming, AR, live operations, and location-based products.

Cons

Priorities can shift frequently, which sometimes makes it difficult for teams to stay focused or understand how their work connects to the broader company strategy. Communication from leadership could be clearer, especially during periods of change. Some processes feel reactive rather than proactive, and cross-functional alignment can vary depending on the team.

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