Reporting a Bug

Release Notes & Known Issues

 Please contact us through the Pokémon GO app to report a potential bug that is not already listed on the Known Issues page. You won't ...

Using a Mega-Evolved Pokémon

Mega Pokémon & Primal Reversion

Trainers can use Mega-Evolved Pokémon in different several ways: Raiding - In addition to having improved CP, attack, defense, and HP t...

Gameplay Fairness Policy

Safety & Security

At Niantic, we strive to create a friendly and fair gameplay experience for all players. As part of that commitment, we enforce a three-stri...

[Video] Advanced Gym Strategy

Gyms & Raids

Explore the topics discussed in this tutorial. Learn more about powering up Pokémon and participating in Gym ...

Hosting a Party

Party Play

A Party is composed of a host and between 1 - 3 other Trainers. Both the host and the Party participants must be physically near one an...

How do I register for Live Events?

Events

Attending Live Events like Pokémon GO Fest and Pokémon GO Safari Zone allow Trainers to enjoy special content and social experiences with fe...

How do I change my team?

Items

Once you reach level 5 and visit a Gym, you can choose to join of three teams: Instinct (yellow), Mystic (blue), or Valor (red). You’ll stic...

Fast Attacks & Charged Attacks

Battling & GO Battle League

 By default, all Pokémon have two attacking moves: a Fast Attack and a Charged Attack. Fast Attacks deal a small amount of damage, whil...

I’m not collecting any Mega Energy after defeating a Mega Raid Boss.

Mega Pokémon & Primal Reversion

Trainers can only collect 9,999 Mega Energy per Pokémon species. If you reach this limit, you will not receive Mega Energy after defeating a...

What are Seasons?

Trainer Basics

Just like the real world, the world of Pokémon GO will change with the seasons. Every three months, you can expect to see a new Season in Po...