Pokemon GO by Niantic took the gaming world by storm in 2016 when it was released. Players are no longer intended to overwatch their screens but explore the world. An AR game set in the world of Pokemon that requires players to leave their homes and walk around a real city catching virtual monsters. For veterans, this is simple stuff. However, any novice player just entering Pokemon GO needs to learn a thing or two and we’re here to help.
How Pokemon GO Works
Pokemon GO uses your phone’s GPS to place Pokemon on the map. Different Pokemon appear depending on your location, daytime, nighttime, and water at hand. And more! You can capture these Pokemon using the Poke Ball and get them from the Explore Places, Send Gifts, or Discovery page for free. The goal? Collect, evolve, and battle through Gyms and Raids to become expert Pokemon masters.
How to Earn and Buy PokeCoins
There are two ways to get Pokemon Go PokeCoins. One, you can get them by defending Gyms. You earn PokeCoins once every hour for having a Pokemon in the Gym. In this way, you will be able to collect up to 50 coins a day. If battles aren’t your thing, you can buy PokeCoins directly with real money using in-app purchases.
The Importance of PokeCoins
To progress in Pokemon GO, you need resources like Poke Balls, incubators, and storage upgrades. The best way to get items is by using in-game currency, PokeCoins. They are essential for unlocking the game bonuses, whether that means opening up your bag and storage space, buying Lure Modules, or even shining Poke Balls when you’re fresh out.
Pokemon GO Battle League
You can practice catching and training your Pokemon in advance, but if you feel like trying out your hard work, then Pokemon GO Battle League is the way to go! PvP is a feature that pits you against trainers in other parts of the world. Great League, Ultra League, and Master League come with three different CP limits for your Pokemon; meanwhile, you have the freedom to choose.
After battling enough to rank up, you get access to varying awards, including Raid Passes and special Pokemon encounters at higher tiers. This is an excellent method to test your capabilities and cop some goodies as you become a better battler.
For the Battle League to succeed, you must Create a Balanced Team, Offensive and Defensive Pokemon Needed. Be smart about shields, keep in mind type advantages, and remember to time battles well!
Team Choices and Their Impact
Once you hit level 5, Pokemon GO will ask if you wish to join one of three teams: Team Mystic (Blue), Team Valor (Red), or Team Instinct (Yellow). This choice appears insignificant at first, but decides if you will be successful in the game or not mainly during Gym battles and Raids.
Gym battles, meanwhile tend to be a friend thing; people on the same team taking over or propping up Gyms together. Plus, raid battles are more lucrative when you band together with friends. While you can still go in and have a good time as one individual, being with buddies brings out the teamwork to play-style community for sure.
Seasonal Updates and Events
A big selling point of Pokemon GO is that it does not grow stale due to semi-regular seasonal updates and special events. These have affected everything from what kinds of Pokemon turn up, to special themed events like Halloween or Community Days right through to limited-time bonuses. During these events, players may get the chance to capture special or rare Pokemon and boost their XP while winning exclusive rewards which include things such as some of the rarer items in-game or Pokechaps wearing event-themed outfits.
An example of these is Community Days, where a certain Pokemon spawns more, shiny too all over the place and like this for some hours. On the opposite end, they often have too much focus on seasonal updates, which bring gameplay features, or Raid boss changes and other in-game mechanics that are based inside real-world seasons, providing a dynamic change up for the core player who can continue to play with continued enjoyment.
Special Research and Field Research Tasks
Complete Special Research tasks from Professor Willow and Field Research tasks at PokeStops. Players are rewarded with rare items, such as Pokemon encounters, Stardust, and XP, which you need to level up. Special Research tasks may result in a Mythical Pokemon encounter, and Field Research provides daily duties for players to earn prizes upon completion.
Trading Pokemon with Friends
You can trade Pokemon with your friends to get the ones not available in your region or higher stat versions of one (also known as Individual Values [IVs]). You have to spend Stardust to trade Pokemon, and the higher your friendship level with that player, the less Stardust will cost. Trading also allows for Lucky Pokemon to be obtained, which costs less Stardust to power up and perform better in battle.
AR Mode and Buddy System
When playing in AR Mode, Pokemon appear as if they’re right next to you in the real world! This capability opens up creative photo opportunities and an overall more imaginative experience. In the meantime, by using the Buddy System, select a Pokemon to accompany you and accrue Candy over the distances you walked. During gameplay, little buddies can also spot things and help out.
Eggs and Incubators
Eggs are a tradable item that can be received from PokeStops and gifts. Each of these eggs needs to be walked a certain distance for your Pokemon inside the egg to hatch, and these distances vary, with rare Pokemons taking a longer time. To hatch eggs, players use Incubators, which are given to them whenever they reach a new level or can be bought from the shop. Players can gain new Pokemon by hatching eggs; some free Stardust and Candy also come on the way.
Final Thoughts
Whether you are a seasoned Pokemon trainer or a new one, Pokemon GO is ready to force you deep into an exciting adventure. From choosing your team and battling in Gyms to participating in the Battle League and enjoying seasonal events, there’s always something new to do. So grab your phone, lace up your sneakers, and get ready to explore the real world while catching your favorite Pokemon!
This comprehensive guide will be about key areas every Pokemon GO beginner needs to know to begin the Pokemon-catching journey with flying colors.
FAQs
- What is the use of Stardust and Candy?
Stardust powers up and evolves Pokemon, whereas Candy is species-specific and used for similar purposes. You get Candy by catching Pokemon, hatching Eggs, or even transferring them to Professor Willow.
- How do I evolve Pokemon?
Collect enough Candy for a Pokemon species that you want to evolve, then head to its profile in your collection and tap “Evolve.” Confirm it. It may change into a completely different appearance; its CP will increase, and its moves may be different.
- What are Raid Battles, and how can I join them?
Raid Battles: Cooperation of players in the efforts of bringing down great Raid Bosses. Get Raid Passes from Gyms or purchase Premium Raid Passes to take part. Conjoin with others to defeat the Raid Boss and have an opportunity to catch the Raid Boss, thus rewarding yourself.
