We've already told you about Pokémon Go in our beginner's guide. However, those who already play Pokémon Go know that
1. Catch Pokemon in groups in parks
Pokemon spawn in the same locations for all players, so catch them together. If one player finds a rare Pokemon, then the rest of the group will also find it.
Advertising
Advertising
The most productive placesParks and beaches are still the place to catch rare Pokemon, not landmarks. Hunting in open areas with varied terrain, including near water, means you'll discover different types of Pokémon (this also explains why places like Central Park in the US are always crowded).
Also, catch Pokemon at different times. Hunting at night will unlock "night" Pokemon for you. Just don't overdo it and stay away from dangerous areas of the city.
2. Look for nearby Pokemon
When you open the map, in the lower left corner you will see a tab with Pokemon. These are Pokemon that are close to you.
Advertising
Advertising
Click on the area with Pokemon, a list of Pokemon that you can catch will appear on the screen. Under each Pokemon there are three points signaling its location.
- Three points - Pokemon far.
- One point - Pokemon is close.
- If there are no dots, then you are standing in the Pokemon's place.
Colored Pokemon means you caught it. If the pokemon is not painted it means that you did not catch it.
3. Pay attention to the rustling of leaves.
If you just started playing, don't know where to go, and nothing appears on the screen, walk around and explore. We heard the rustling of leaves in the park area - there might be a Pokemon there. Come closer.
Advertising
Advertising
4. Turn off the AR to save battery
A useful tip for Pokemon hunting is to take a power bank with you. You'll also increase your phone's battery life by toggling AR mode on and off. Turn off AR mode when you open the camera.
5. Get bonuses
You get XP for everything in the game. And even more than others. Below are the ways to get XP.
- Pokemon Capture: 100 XP
- Good capture: 10 XP
- Excellent capture: 50 XP
- Magnificent Grip: 100 XP
- Capture Curveball: 10 XP
- Hatching 2 km: 200 XP
- Hatching 5 km: 500 XP
- Hatching 10 km: 1000 XP
- Pokemon Evolution: 500 XP
- Unlocking a new Pokemon: 500 XP
- Pokéstop visit: 50 or 100 XP
6. Lure Pokemon to PokéStops
If you are too lazy to go somewhere for a Pokemon, make it come to you.
On the map screen, tap on the ball and select “Items”.
You will see the bait.
To place a bait in a PokéStop, go to it and press the small pill-shaped button. After this, you will have the opportunity to select one of the modules. Click on the bait.
7. Time to throw the ball at the Pokemon
After you meet a Pokemon, click andhold the ball. You'll see a circle shrink around the Pokémon. Throw the ball when it reaches the minimum size. Aiming for the center of the Pokemon will allow you to score more points and increase your chances of success.
Advertising
Advertising
8. Play while traveling
While users mostly playin Pokémon Go while walking or cycling, you can use more features in the game while traveling by public transport or taxi. Users report that driving slowly (up to 60 km/h) also counts and affects bonuses and Pokemon hatching. Next time you take the bus or Uber, fire up Pokémon Go.
You'll also unlock new PokéStops, and if you're lucky, you'll get bonuses. If you miss it, make a note to come back later.
Plus, you can catch Pokemon right from the passenger seat.
But remember: never play Pokémon Go while you're driving.
9. Catch everyone to get points
If you already have Pokémon of the same type, this is notmeans that you don't need other Pokemon from the same series. When you catch the same Pokemon, you will receive candy. Candies can be used for Pokémon species evolution. Additionally, you get XP for each Pokemon, while catching a new Pokemon gives you 5X. Keep catching everything you see and you'll quickly advance to new levels.
10. UseLucky Eggs for Double XP
You will find Lucky Eggs near the PokeStops. But use them wisely. If you change the type of Pokemon, turn on Lucky Eggs: you will get 1000 XP instead of 500.
BONUS
11. The best jailbreak tweaks and tricks
If you have "hacked" your iPhone, make sure thatjailbreak tweaks such as Pokemon Anywhere and Pokemon Lock are installed. Pokemon Anywhere allows you to walk anywhere in the game by simply tapping on the map without going outside. Pokemon Lock allows you to play on the locked screen of your iPhone or iPad. Read more about jailbreak tweaks for Pokémon Go in the article.
- The best jailbreak tweaks for Pokemon GO