Getting Started With the Pokémon GO App Go to the App Store. Pokémon GO is available on the iPhone and Android. From the home screen of your phone, swipe your finger to the right and type "App Store" (or "Play Store", on an Android) into the search bar that appears. Tap the App Store icon to open the App Store. Search for the Pokémon GO app. Tap on the Search button at the bottom of the screen and type "Pokémon GO" into the search bar. Tap Search to see a list of results pop up. Download the Pokémon GO app. Find the Pokémon GO app in the results. Tap the GET button at the top-right corner of the results bar. You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID password. After doing this, you …
How to Play Pokémon GO – Part 2: How to Catch Pokémon
Catching Pokémon 1 Check the sidebar for Pokémon. If Pokémon are nearby, you'll see a gray sidebar … [Read More...]
How to Play Pokémon GO – Part 3 : Using PokéSpots
1 Look for PokéStops on your map. As you venture around the world, look for floating blue cubes on … [Read More...]
How to Play Pokémon GO – Part 4 : Battling at Gyms
1 Reach level 5 as a trainer. Gyms are places around the world where Pokémon trainers meet up to … [Read More...]
How to Play Pokémon GO – Part 5 : Strategy and Advanced Tips
1 Start out with Pikachu. When you start out the game, you will be given a choice between Squirtle, … [Read More...]
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