Pokémon GO developer Niantic announces special cleanup events for Earth Day with double, triple Stardust and more as rewards

Pokémon GO developer Niantic has teamed up with  Playmob and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to host special cleanup events around the world on Earth Day. In-game rewards will be released depending on how many players are picking up trash. The official announcement and FAQ from the development team at Niantic is as follows: Looking to … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic announces special cleanup events for Earth Day with double, triple Stardust and more as rewards

Official introduction to the Pokémon Video Game Championships (VGC)

The following pertinent info comes from the official Pokémon website, regarding an introduction to the Pokémon Video Game Championships: Are you looking for a new challenge after completing your adventures in the Pokémon video games? Perhaps you watched some battles from the Pokémon Championship Series and wondered how you could get involved, or maybe you're just looking to meet … Continue reading Official introduction to the Pokémon Video Game Championships (VGC)

Pokémon GO is no longer playable on all Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11

In a recent update, Pokémon GO officially ended support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11. This change was put into effect yesterday, February 28, 2018. Players can no longer access Pokémon GO using any of the affected devices listed below. Affected devices: The following devices are no longer supported by Pokémon GO: Name Release year … Continue reading Pokémon GO is no longer playable on all Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11

Pokémon GO officially ends support for all Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11 tomorrow, February 28

In an upcoming update, Pokémon GO will be ending support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11. This change is anticipated to take effect on February 28, 2018. After that date, Trainers will no longer be able to access Pokémon GO using any of the affected devices listed below. Affected devices: The … Continue reading Pokémon GO officially ends support for all Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11 tomorrow, February 28

Everything you need to know about the 2018 Pokémon North America International Championships, badges, streaming, registration, formats and more

The 2018 Pokémon North America International Championships are the fourth and final International Championships event of the 2018 Championship Series season. The event is one of the largest of the entire 2018 season and features exciting competition for both Pokémon Trading Card Game and Video Game Championships (VGC) players. This year's competition will take place … Continue reading Everything you need to know about the 2018 Pokémon North America International Championships, badges, streaming, registration, formats and more

Pokémon GO officially ends support for all Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11 next week

In an upcoming update, Pokémon GO will be ending support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11. This change is anticipated to take effect on February 28, 2018. After that date, Trainers will no longer be able to access Pokémon GO using any of the affected devices listed below. Affected devices: The … Continue reading Pokémon GO officially ends support for all Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11 next week

How to become Pokémon GO Expert Handler

Catching Pokémon has never felt more real than in the Pokémon GO AR+ update for newer iPhones and iPads running iOS 11. Instead of just throwing Poké Balls at wild Pokémon, you'll be able to track them down in tall grass and sneak up so close that you can almost touch them. Not only is … Continue reading How to become Pokémon GO Expert Handler

Everything you need to know about catching in Pokémon GO’s new AR+ mode (iOS only)

Bring Pokémon GO to the real world like never before. AR+ mode is an enhanced version of Pokémon GO’s augmented reality feature in which Pokémon appear anchored to your real-world environment right in front of you. You can walk right up to a Pokémon for a chance at an Excellent Throw bonus or the perfect … Continue reading Everything you need to know about catching in Pokémon GO’s new AR+ mode (iOS only)