Pokémon GO Guides
Strategy guides, codes, and PC play resources.
Game Information
Pokémon GO is a location-based augmented reality game that encourages players to discover and catch creatures in the real world. This guide hub provides practical information on catching Pokémon, completing your Pokédex, training with buddies, and participating in competitive Raid Battles.
Game information is refreshed when tracked chart data changes; guides are added as they are published.
Pokémon GO Strategy Guide Hub
Start Here
Three broad guides that give you a practical starting point before you go deeper into a particular system.
GETTING STARTEDNew Trainer Progression GuideOptimize your Pokémon GO journey by mastering catch techniques, prioritizing storage upgrades, and strategically managing your Stardust and Candy.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENTInventory and Storage GuideOptimize your Pokémon GO experience by mastering item prioritization and storage audits to ensure you never miss a catch during high stakes events.
RAIDINGGlobal Raid Preparation GuideOptimize your Pokémon GO raiding strategy by building versatile attack teams and managing remote resources in anticipation of future global raid events.Explore Pokémon GO by Topic
Browse focused paths for classes, progression, challenges, and events.
Raids & Boss Counters
Build stronger raid teams, choose high-value targets, and improve your raid efficiency with boss-specific strategies.
- Shadow Thundurus Raid Counters
- September Raid Pass Priorities
- Solo Mega Beedrill Guide
- Complete 12 Raids in One Hour
- GO Fest Extra Day Raid Strategy
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- GO Fest Raid Value Guide
- Should You Raid Armored Mewtwo?
- Armored Mewtwo Raid Preparation
- Efficient Shiny Raiding at Fest Finale
- Dynamax Ralts vs. Armored Mewtwo
- High-Density Gym Raid Strategy
- Armored Mewtwo and Mega Delphox Priorities
- Raid and Adventure Effect Priorities
- Remote Armored Mewtwo Counters
- Remote Raid Invite Preparation
- Organizing In-Person Raid Meetups
- High-Volume Raid Event Preparation
- Prepare for Armored Mewtwo Raids
- Fest Finale Raid Efficiency
- Shiny Background Mewtwo Guide
- Armored Mewtwo Mega Finale Guide
- GO Fest Raid Team Priorities
- Maximize Armored Mewtwo Raids
- Armored Mewtwo and Mega Mewtwo X Counters
- Regional Raiding and Community Play
- Mega Latios and Latias Raid Strategy
- Solo Mega Skarmory with Mega Raichu
- Armored Mewtwo Raid Strategy
- Mega Staraptor Raid Day Guide
- Shiny Dynamax Magikarp and Giratina
Events & Limited-Time Content
Prepare for featured events by managing your inventory, prioritizing encounters, and choosing the most valuable event activities.
- Catch Captain Pikachu
- Gible Community Day Evolution
- Wild Area Steel and Dragon Prep
- Wild Area 2026 Formats and Preparation
- Sendai vs. Global Ticket Options
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- Prepare Your Account for Wild Area
- Wild Area Speculation and Account Safety
- Super Squad Tasks and Medals
- Managing Event Rotation FOMO
- Why Gible Community Day Matters
- Fest Finale Strategy Guide
- World Championship Event Rewards
- Captain Pikachu and Friede’s Charizard
- Wild Area Global Event Preparation
- Captain Pikachu and Rare Shinies
- August 17–23 Event Rewards
- Aquatic Paradise Event Guide
- Shiny Lunala and Solgaleo Encounters
- Nickit Community Day Guide
Mega Evolution, Dynamax & Raid Builds
Use Mega Energy, Dynamax resources, and targeted attacker investments to improve raid damage and long-term roster value.
- Best Grass Attackers to Power Up
- Prepare for Dynamax Dialga and Palkia
- Dynamax Dialga and Palkia Guide
- Earn Free Mega Energy
- Max Out Mega Beedrill
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- September Mega Finale Raid Prep
- Mega Evolution Raid Strategy
- Raid Resource Allocation
- Mega Ascension and Energy Management
- How Many Mega Mewtwo Do You Need?
- Mewtwo Adventure Effects
- Mega Mewtwo X vs. Y Effects
- Which Megas to Prioritize
- Move Classification and Raid Teams
- Move Updates and Attacker Priorities
- Mega Mewtwo Y High-IV Hunting
- Solo Mega Garchomp with Mega Mewtwo Y
Battle League PvP
Build competitive teams, adapt to meta changes, and manage shields, energy, and positioning more effectively in GO Battle League.
Catching, Shinies & Exploration
Increase encounter volume and catch success by improving routes, throw technique, event hunting, and exploration routines.
Progression & Daily Resources
Prioritize XP, Stardust, Candy, research, PokéCoins, and daily routines to build a stronger account over time.
- Account Progression Priorities
- Monthly Progression Rewards
- Seven-Day New Account Strategy
- Common Progression Mistakes
- Delay Your Guaranteed 100% Mewtwo
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Team GO Rocket & Account Safety
Handle Rocket encounters, protect your account, and respond to technical or support issues without risking your progress.