Pokémon GO has introduced social and trading features that allow Trainers to connect with each other by adding friends, sending Gifts and participating in a new Friendship level system that unlocks bonuses. These brand-new features are now available for all players. However, adding Pokémon GO Friends is only currently available for players who are at a Level 40 standing. Trainers can now trade Pokémon with other Trainers nearby, earning a Candy Bonus for the Pokémon received. Niantic wants to know who your first Pokémon GO friend will be, so be sure to let the developer know via social media.
Brand-new Friends, Trading Pokémon and Gifts features now available in Pokémon GO, but adding friends is exclusive to Level 40 players only
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