"Pokemon Go Player's 7-Year Account Lost Over One Security Question"

A Pokemon Go player lost access to their 7-year-old account after being unable to answer one security question. The player registered with an email address affiliated with their school's IT system, which became invalid by 2023. Despite providing extensive information to confirm their identity, Niantic refused to reinstate access until the missing security question was answered. The player expressed frustration over losing their progress, in-app purchases, and the difficulty of starting anew in a rural area.