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Pokemon GO

Pokemon GO

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Welcome to Pokémon GO, the augmented reality adventure where you explore the real world to catch Pokémon! It’s a game about venturing out into your neighborhood, parks, and cities to discover and capture hundreds of unique creatures, train them, and battle other players. Whether you’re a seasoned trainer or just starting your journey, there’s always something new to find.

This guide is your ultimate companion to becoming the ultimate Pokémon Master. We’ll dive deep into mastering raids, understanding research tasks, building powerful teams, and navigating the world map. You’ll learn the best strategies for catching rare Pokémon, powering up your favorites, and even hatching those elusive eggs. Plus, we’ll help you conquer every challenge and unlock all the game’s medals, ensuring you don’t miss a single aspect of the Pokémon GO experience.

Guide and Walkthrough (NS) by RedIsPoetic

Pokemon GO walkthrough covering Pallet Town, Viridian City, Pewter City Gym, Cerulean City Gym, and more. Navigate the Kanto region.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin your journey in Pallet Town.
  2. 2
    Travel through Route 1 to Viridian City.
  3. 3
    Return to Pallet Town and then Route 1 and Viridian City.
  4. 4
    Explore Route 22 and Route 2.
  5. 5
    Navigate Viridian Forest.
  6. 6
    Reach Pewter City and challenge the Pewter City Gym.
  7. 7
    Continue through Route 3 and Route 4.
  8. 8
    Explore Mt. Moon.
  9. 9
    Continue on Route 4.
  10. 10
    Arrive in Cerulean City.
  11. 11
    Explore Route 24 and Route 25.
  12. 12
    Challenge the Cerulean City Gym.
  13. 13
    Proceed to Route 5 and Route 6.
  14. 14
    Reach Vermilion City.
  15. 15
    Board the S.S. Anne.
  16. 16
    Explore Route 11.
  17. 17
    Challenge the Vermilion City Gym.
  18. 18
    Navigate Diglett's Cave.
  19. 19
    Travel through Route 9 and Route 10.
  20. 20
    Conquer Rock Tunnel.
  21. 21
    Continue on Route 10.
  22. 22
    Reach Lavender Town.
  23. 23
    Visit the Pokemon Tower for the first time.
  24. 24
    Explore Route 12.
  25. 25
    Travel through Route 8 and Route 7.
  26. 26
    Arrive in Celadon City.
  27. 27
    Infiltrate the Team Rocket Hideout.
  28. 28
    Revisit the Pokemon Tower.
  29. 29
    Challenge the Celadon City Gym.
  30. 30
    Explore Route 16, Route 17, and Route 18.
  31. 31
    Reach Fuchsia City.
  32. 32
    Travel through Route 15, Route 14, and Route 13.
  33. 33
    Continue on Route 12.
  34. 34
    Challenge the Fuchsia City Gym.
  35. 35
    Reach Saffron City.
  36. 36
    Navigate Silph Co.
  37. 37
    Challenge the Saffron City Gym.
  38. 38
    Explore Route 19 and Route 20.
  39. 39
    Traverse the Seafoam Islands.
  40. 40
    Continue on Route 20.
  41. 41
    Arrive at Cinnabar Island.
  42. 42
    Explore the Pokemon Mansion.
  43. 43
    Challenge the Cinnabar Island Gym.
  44. 44
    Travel through Route 21.
  45. 45
    Challenge the Viridian City Gym again.
  46. 46
    Explore Route 23.
  47. 47
    Conquer Victory Road.
  48. 48
    Reach the Pokemon League.
Tips
  • Refer to the Type Vs. Type Chart in the Appendices for battle advantages.
  • Consult the Item List and Move List for detailed information.
  • The Post-Game Walkthrough covers catching Zapdos, Mewtwo, and obtaining Meltan and Melmetal.
  • You can challenge Gym Leaders again and encounter Master Trainers after the main story.

Main Walkthrough

Your essential Pokemon GO walkthrough! Learn how to navigate the game, from catching your first Pokemon to becoming a master trainer. Get started on your adventure!

Hey there, future Pokemon Master! Welcome to the main walkthrough for Pokemon GO. This guide is here to help you get started and navigate through the exciting world of Pokemon GO. Think of me as your friendly guide, walking you through everything you need to know to become the best trainer you can be. We'll cover the basics, help you prepare for your journey, and get you ready to catch 'em all!

This walkthrough is designed to be super helpful, with lots of links to jump around if you need quick info on a specific Pokemon, item, or location. Just click on any blue text, and when you're done, hit 'Backspace' to return right where you left off. Easy peasy!

Just a heads-up, I played through the Pikachu version as a male character, so some super specific details for the Eevee version or playing as a female character might be a little different, but don't worry, the core of the game is the same for everyone. Also, we'll be using '$' for in-game currency. And since you're diving into Pokemon GO, I'm going to assume you've got the hang of the basics – like healing your Pokemon, catching them, and training them up. If you need a refresher on those, there are plenty of other resources out there!

Ready to jump in? Let's get this adventure started!

Guide and Walkthrough (NS) by RedIsPoetic (2)

Pokemon GO RedIsPoetic walkthrough covering the main game, post-game, appendices, and Pokedex. Updated 12/10/2018.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Preparing For Your Adventure
  2. 2
    Pallet Town
  3. 3
    Route 1
  4. 4
    Viridian City
  5. 5
    Pallet Town - Revisited
  6. 6
    Route 1 - Revisited
  7. 7
    Viridian City - Revisited
  8. 8
    Route 22
  9. 9
    Route 2
  10. 10
    Viridian Forest
  11. 11
    Pewter City
  12. 12
    Pewter City Gym
  13. 13
    Route 3
  14. 14
    Route 4
  15. 15
    Mt. Moon
  16. 16
    Route 4 - Continued
  17. 17
    Cerulean City
  18. 18
    Route 24
  19. 19
    Route 25
  20. 20
    Cerulean City Gym
  21. 21
    Route 5
  22. 22
    Route 6
  23. 23
    Vermilion City
  24. 24
    S.S. Anne
  25. 25
    Route 11
  26. 26
    Vermilion City Gym
  27. 27
    Diglett's Cave
  28. 28
    Route 9
  29. 29
    Route 10
  30. 30
    Rock Tunnel
  31. 31
    Route 10 - Continued
  32. 32
    Lavender Town
  33. 33
    Pokemon Tower - First Visit
  34. 34
    Route 12
  35. 35
    Route 8
  36. 36
    Route 7
  37. 37
    Celadon City
  38. 38
    Team Rocket Hideout
  39. 39
    Pokemon Tower - Revisited
  40. 40
    Celadon City Gym
  41. 41
    Route 16
  42. 42
    Route 17
  43. 43
    Route 18
  44. 44
    Fuchsia City
  45. 45
    Route 15
  46. 46
    Route 14
  47. 47
    Route 13
  48. 48
    Route 12 - Continued
  49. 49
    Fuchsia City Gym
  50. 50
    Saffron City
  51. 51
    Silph Co.
  52. 52
    Saffron City Gym
  53. 53
    Route 19
  54. 54
    Route 20
  55. 55
    Seafoam Islands
  56. 56
    Route 20 - Continued
  57. 57
    Cinnabar Island
  58. 58
    Pokemon Mansion
  59. 59
    Cinnabar Island Gym
  60. 60
    Route 21
  61. 61
    Viridian City Gym
  62. 62
    Route 23
  63. 63
    Victory Road
  64. 64
    Pokemon League

Post-Game Walkthrough:

  • Catching Zapdos
  • Catching Mewtwo
  • Obtaining Meltan and Melmetal
  • Challenge Gym Leaders Again
  • Master Trainers

Appendices:

  • Type Vs. Type Chart
  • Item List
  • Move List

Pokedex:

  • Normal Pokemon Pokedex
  • Mega Evolution Pokedex
  • Alolan Pokedex
Tips
  • This guide contains plot spoilers.
  • The game features a pool of 153 Pokemon.
  • The guide provides full information on all Pokemon, moves, and more.

Guide and Walkthrough (NS) by RedIsPoetic (3)

Pokemon GO Main Walkthrough covers Pallet Town, Viridian City, Pewter City, Cerulean City, and more. Includes post-game content like catching Zapdos.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Preparing For Your Adventure
  2. 2
    Pallet Town
  3. 3
    Route 1
  4. 4
    Viridian City
  5. 5
    Pallet Town - Revisited
  6. 6
    Route 1 - Revisited
  7. 7
    Viridian City - Revisited
  8. 8
    Route 22
  9. 9
    Route 2
  10. 10
    Viridian Forest
  11. 11
    Pewter City
  12. 12
    Pewter City Gym
  13. 13
    Route 3
  14. 14
    Route 4
  15. 15
    Mt. Moon
  16. 16
    Route 4 - Continued
  17. 17
    Cerulean City
  18. 18
    Route 24
  19. 19
    Route 25
  20. 20
    Cerulean City Gym
  21. 21
    Route 5
  22. 22
    Route 6
  23. 23
    Vermilion City
  24. 24
    S.S. Anne
  25. 25
    Route 11
  26. 26
    Vermilion City Gym
  27. 27
    Diglett's Cave
  28. 28
    Route 9
  29. 29
    Route 10
  30. 30
    Rock Tunnel
  31. 31
    Route 10 - Continued
  32. 32
    Lavender Town
  33. 33
    Pokemon Tower - First Visit
  34. 34
    Route 12
  35. 35
    Route 8
  36. 36
    Route 7
  37. 37
    Celadon City
  38. 38
    Team Rocket Hideout
  39. 39
    Pokemon Tower - Revisited
  40. 40
    Celadon City Gym
  41. 41
    Route 16
  42. 42
    Route 17
  43. 43
    Route 18
  44. 44
    Fuchsia City
  45. 45
    Route 15
  46. 46
    Route 14
  47. 47
    Route 13
  48. 48
    Route 12 - Continued
  49. 49
    Fuchsia City Gym
  50. 50
    Saffron City
  51. 51
    Silph Co.
  52. 52
    Saffron City Gym
  53. 53
    Route 19
  54. 54
    Route 20
  55. 55
    Seafoam Islands
  56. 56
    Route 20 - Continued
  57. 57
    Cinnabar Island
  58. 58
    Pokemon Mansion
  59. 59
    Cinnabar Island Gym
  60. 60
    Route 21
  61. 61
    Viridian City Gym
  62. 62
    Route 23
  63. 63
    Victory Road
  64. 64
    Pokemon League

Post-Game Walkthrough:

  1. Catching Zapdos
  2. Catching Mewtwo
  3. Obtaining Meltan and Melmetal
  4. Challenge Gym Leaders Again
  5. Master Trainers

Appendices:

  • Type Vs. Type Chart
  • Item List
  • Move List

Pokedex:

  • Normal Pokemon Pokedex
  • Mega Evolution Pokedex
  • Alolan Pokedex
Tips
  • Refer to the Type Vs. Type Chart for battle advantages.
  • Consult the Item List for details on all available items.
  • Use the Move List to understand Pokemon abilities.

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