Pokémon Go update brings new gameplay features as new Pokémon arrive

By tech2 News Staff /  17 Feb 2017 , 17:03

Yesterday we reported that Pokémon Go will be getting the highly awaited update that will bring new second generation Pokémon to the game. Well, the game has been updated to version 0.57.2 and new Pokémon from the Johto region have officialy started appearing.

The new update brings in a bunch of new features as well making the overall gaming experience slightly better. For instance pokéballs and berries can now be easily accessed when you encounter a Pokémon. Speaking of which, the two new berries have also started appearing when you spin the disc on a pokéstop. Nanan berry calms down the Pokémon making it less erratic while a Pinap berry can be used to get extra candy when you catch the Pokémon.

You can also change you avatar now with some new coloured accessories which is nice to see. Other changes include some changes in the gameplay music, better pokéball throw accuracy, more Pokémon movement when you try to catch them, and some bug fixes. Some special items have also been added to evolve certain Pokémon but they don’t seem to be available as of now or probably are and only appear on a few pokéstops.

As for the new Pokémon, we are seeing them spawn almost everywhere. For now we have managed to catch a few Chikorita, Marill, Sentret, Natu, Whopper and a bunch of others. As for the first generation, they still seem to be around for now.

New Pokémon Go update restricts game features while driving

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By Kunal Khullar /  19 Oct 2016 , 19:32

Pokémon Go launched as one of the biggest smartphone games of all times. Based on the popular cartoon TV show, the game has also been one of the biggest launches for Nintendo. While the game is still not officially launched in India, it did have a huge following.

Today, while there are many who have given up on the game, there are a few loyal fans that are still playing the game. Niantic had mentioned that it is a small company with limited employees but it is trying hard to bring new features and add new countries.

The last update brought in some new features like changes in medals and Pokémon bonuses as well as the ability to take six Pokémons when battling a friendly gym. The new update however has upset some people. It is reported that a new update stops the spawning of Pokémons if one is travelling at a speed faster than 30mph. This is of course a security measure but then what about players who are in the passenger seat?

The outrage will be short lived though as another update has started rolling which is said to have fixed the issue. Yay!

What do you think about the game. Are you bored? Are you still a loyal player? Tell us about your experience.

Upcoming Pokémon Go update will make catching rare Pokémon easier

By Kunal Khullar /  06 Oct 2016 , 12:11

If you are one of the remaining Pokémon Go fanatics like me, then here is an update that might entice you. Niantic Labs, the creator of the popular game, has announced that a new update is on its way and it will bring an interesting new feature.

The upcoming update is said to bring a special bonus that will help trainers collect certain Pokémon type easier. If you are an avid player, then you would know that as you progress in the game, you get a bunch of medals, like when you catch 100 water type Pokémon. These medals will finally have a role in the game as post the new update, you will get a special capture bonus based on these medals to improve your chances of getting a certain Pokémon type.

For instance if you have caught a large number of fire Pokémon, you get the Kindler medal. This will give you a special boost to find more fire type Pokémon and not just the common ones, but also rare fire based Pokémon.

Here is an official statement from Niantic:

We are adding a new feature which grants a catch bonus when you earn medals based on catching certain types of Pokémon (Kindler, Psychic, Gardener, etc.). These new bonuses will give you a better chance of capturing Pokémon with a