As Magikarp Jump is currently only available in Italy, millions of people are unable to raise a Magikarp to splash its way to victory, but there is a way other than waiting for the wider release.
To put it simply, all you need is an Italian iTunes account. If you have one then get downloading. If you don't, then there are a couple of quick steps that can help you get this game.
First, log out of the iTunes account on your iPhone, iPod or iPad. Next, click this link on your device. It will take you to the iTunes page for the game. Click "Get" and it'll prompt you to sign in.
Instead of doing this with your usual account, go to "create a new account" and use a different e-mail address. You'll also need to fill it in with an Italian home address.
As you're trying to purchase a free game, you'll be able to make an account without putting in any billing information. Once your account is created and activated, you can download the game and put it onto your device. Then, simply log out of the account and log back into your original one. The game will still be available for use.
Do note, that even though there is a language selection in the game, it only has Italian coded into it at the moment, so it may be best to brush up on your lingo.
If you're an Android user, then you'll have to wait a little longer, we're afraid. The game is currently only available on iOS, but that will change soon.
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Seems like it would be better to just wait for the localized versions.
I wonder if Magikarp finally evolved become a Calamity Gyarados...
I already have a New Zealand account for when I got Pokémon Go a few days before release, so why not.
Karpy's De Niro waiting talking Italian...
Why does nintendo hate android users? :,(
I need this game. On Android.
It seems only nearly as convoluted as downloading games from the Japanese e-shop when you live in the west. Lol Probably just wait for the Eng. release.
@LARSUSMAKSIMUS
I'm still waiting for Pokémon GO on Windows Phone...
I'll just wait for the Switch version.
@LARSUSMAKSIMUS Just Nintendo?
Totally pathetic, unreliable.
Known throughout the world
for being super weak.
Maybe in ancient times
it was really strong.
That’s what the rumors say,
but they’re probably wrong.
But now it’s so weak,
the weakest in the land.
So weak that it’s sad,
really really sad.
The weak Pokémon,
that’s you, Magikarp.
But though you are the weakest,
still you’ve won my heart.
Oh, weak Pokémon,
my love for you is strong.
Honestly, it’s magical
you’ve survived this long.
All it does is jump and splash,
jump and splash around.
It splashes up whole mountains
and all the way back down.
Why jump? What’s the point
when nobody cares?
It uses Splash in battle.
Nothing happens.
Jumping and splashing,
every single day.
Until Pidgeotto…
carries it away.
The jumping Pokémon,
that’s you, Magikarp.
Although your moves are pointless,
still you’ve won my heart.
Oh, splashing Pokémon,
my love for you is strong.
Honestly, it’s magical
you’ve survived this long.
Wherever you go fishing,
it’s the first you’ll catch.
Even with an Old Rod,
you’ll soon have quite a batch.
Cast off in a river,
or a puddle, or the sea.
Anywhere your hook is,
Magikarp will be.
The slightest current
will carry it away.
Anyplace the river bends…
that's where they all stay.
A nibble on the line…
that's you, Magikarp.
Right back in you go,
because you’ve won my heart.
Thought I caught a bite…
but it’s Magikarp.
I could never eat you…
because you’ve won my heart.
Its Shiny form
sparkles golden in the light.
But don't be deceived.
It's still Magikarp inside.
Evolving into Gyarados
makes it super strong.
Waiting to reach that level
takes way too long.
Did you just buy one
at the store yesterday?
Sorry, there’s no refunds. Please go away.
The pity Pokémon,
that’s you, Magikarp.
Although they think
you’re worthless…
still you’ve won my heart.
The pity Pokémon,
Magikarp, it’s true.
At least your lowly ranking…
means nothing to you.
Beloved Pokémon,
that’s you, Magikarp.
Somehow you’ve turned weakness
into a kind of art.
You’re my Pokémon,
Magikarp, my dream…
Six matching Magikarp,
that’ll be my team.
Beloved Pokémon,
that's you, Magikarp.
Magical and special,
of course you’ve won my heart.
The greatest Pokémon,
Magikarp, it’s true.
And that’s why I’ve written
this love song just for you!
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