How to Encounter a Specific Pokémon
To encounter a specific Pokémon, you can use various methods such as utilizing the Nearby screen, which shows you the Pokémon that can be found near your location, either in the wild or at Gyms, or by visiting specific locations like bodies of water for Water-type Pokémon or industrial areas for Electric-type Pokémon. Additionally, you can obtain specific Pokémon through Eggs, which can be hatched by walking a certain distance, with 12km and 10km Eggs offering a higher chance of hatching rare Pokémon.
Understanding Pokémon Spawn Locations
Encountering a specific Pokémon often requires knowledge of their spawn locations, which can be influenced by various factors such as time of day, location, and environment. For example, Ghost-type Pokémon are more likely to spawn at night, while Water-type Pokémon can be found near bodies of water.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- What is the rarest Pokémon in Pokémon GO? The rarest Pokémon in Pokémon GO can vary depending on the current game meta and events, but some of the rarest ones include Sandile, Gholdengo, and Mew.
- Do certain Pokémon spawn in certain areas? Yes, Pokémon spawn in specific zones or biomes, which can be influenced by various factors such as location and environment.
- How do you find rare Pokémon in Pokémon GO? One of the easiest and most effective ways to obtain rare Pokémon is through Eggs, which can be hatched by walking a certain distance.
Pokémon-Specific Questions
- How do you get a Mew? To catch Mew, players must complete the Special Research “A Mythical Discovery”, which is a story-stylized quest told by Professor Willow.
- What is the most common Pokémon to spawn? The most common Pokémon to spawn is Pidgey, with a spawn rate of 15.98%, followed by Rattata and Weedle.
- Do Pokémon spawn in graveyards? No, Ghost-type Pokémon do not spawn more frequently in cemeteries or graveyards, and their spawn rates are not influenced by location.
Gameplay Questions
- How do you get Pokémon to spawn without moving? Players can use MocPOGO – Location Changer to play Pokémon GO without moving, which allows them to teleport to a different location and attract Pokémon to that area.
- What is the #1 Pokémon? The first Pokémon is Bulbasaur, which is number 001 in the Pokédex.
- Is a 0% IV Pokémon rare? Yes, a fully 0% IV Pokémon is extremely rare, even when compared to their 4-star/Perfect IV counterparts.
Advanced Questions
- What is the hardest Pokémon to catch? Some of the hardest Pokémon to catch include Mewtwo, Galarian Articuno, and Enamorus, which require specific strategies and items to catch.
- How do you attract Ghost Pokémon in Pokémon GO? Ghost-type Pokémon can be attracted by playing the game at night, between 8pm and 8am local time, when their spawn rates increase.
- How do you attract a specific Pokémon with incense? Incense can be used to attract specific Pokémon, and its color may change during special events to indicate the type of Pokémon it can attract.
Location-Based Questions
- Where can I find dark Pokémon? Dark-type Pokémon can be found in specific locations such as The Great Crater of Paldea, which is home to many dark-type Pokémon.
- Do ghost Pokémon spawn at night? Yes, Ghost-type Pokémon are more likely to spawn at night, making it the best time to catch them.
- Why are there so many PokéStops in cemeteries? Cemeteries are often designated as PokeStops or Gyms by the game developers, which can attract a large number of players to the area.