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

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)

Learn more about Pokémon GO Gyms, battling in them, claiming them, giving treats to Pokémon and more

Pokémon GO Gyms are locations found throughout the world where you can battle the Pokémon of rival teams. Trainers from opposing teams battle for control of the Gyms. Each Gym has up to six Pokémon assigned to defend it. Trainers from an opposing team can bring six of their own Pokémon to battle against the … Continue reading Learn more about Pokémon GO Gyms, battling in them, claiming them, giving treats to Pokémon and more

Everything you need to know about the Pokémon GO battle parties beta

Battle parties allow Pokémon GO players to choose up to six Pokémon to quickly select for Gym and Raid Battles. You might have a favorite set of Pokémon that you always bring to battle with you, or maybe you have a few Pokémon that deal significant damage against Raid Boss Pokémon. Battle parties make selecting … Continue reading Everything you need to know about the Pokémon GO battle parties beta

Learn all about Pokémon GO weather boosts and changes

Pokémon GO now responds to the real-world weather conditions around you. Weather changes cause certain Pokémon types appear more frequently, have more powerful moves in battle, and give extra Stardust when caught. As you search for Pokémon, the current weather conditions appear visually in Map View. You can also tell which weather conditions are in … Continue reading Learn all about Pokémon GO weather boosts and changes

Why Pokémon GO no longer supports iOS 8

Pokémon GO has officially discontinued support for devices running on iOS 8. Trainers using devices with this operating system are no longer able to access Pokémon GO after 11/20/2017. Trainers on iOS 8 are encouraged to upgrade their operating systems to iOS 9 and above for uninterrupted access to Pokémon GO. Am I affected by … Continue reading Why Pokémon GO no longer supports iOS 8

Entry and registration info for the 2018 Pokémon Oceania International Championships in Sydney, Australia

Read on below for official entry and registration information about the 2018 Pokémon Oceania International Championships in Sydney, Australia: Pre-Registration Pre-registration will be opening soon for the Oceania International Championships. So check back here soon for more details! Registration To register, players will need to have the following: Pokémon Player ID Name Date of birth … Continue reading Entry and registration info for the 2018 Pokémon Oceania International Championships in Sydney, Australia