Pokémon GO players once caused a massive traffic jam after a rare character appeared in Taiwan
Published on Jan 15, 2026 at 5:59 AM (UTC-5)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Jan 15, 2026 at 12:31 PM (UTC-5)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
It’s horrifying to think that the infamous Pokémon GO summer was 10 years ago, but back in 2016, Pokémon GO players once caused a massive traffic jam after a rare character from the iconic game appeared in Taiwan.
It was a normal day in the city when a stampede of people glued to their phone screens actually stopped traffic as they streamed to the location where an iconic character lay sleeping, and it was caught on camera by Reddit.
If the phrase ‘sleeping’ didn’t give it away, a big blue Snorlax was located on the map in the middle of the road – he was a super rare character to find.
Check out the footage of the stampede above and reminisce about when times were simpler, and all we cared about were getting the best and rarest digital creatures in our Pokédexes.
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Daisy is a technology and automotive journalist covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, emerging technologies, and transportation innovation. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral car stories and the latest developments shaping transportation and the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex topics into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work spans cutting-edge technology, innovative vehicles, and the people driving change across both industries. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
