Pokemon Go has caught the fancy of war-ravaged Syrian children, albeit in the most heart-wrenching of the ways. Images of Syrian children holding images of Pokemon have gone viral, with all images carrying one message - "I am here, save me".
Niantic's latest augmented reality game has fans hooked to it. An estimated 30 million players across the globe are scouring their environs to catch critters in the game which has allowed them to revel in fantasies of their childhood. The game has seen unprecedented indulgence, prompting ingenious ways of use for promotion. Syrian children caught in battles between Pro-Assad forces and his opposition hope the game can draw attention to their plight.
The powerful images have received sympathy from viewers worldwide who have also expressed shock at the situation in Syria.
