While many aspects of Pokemon Go are dynamic and subject to change with updates, here are some known limits as of October 26, 2023:
Pokemon Encounters:
- Specific Pokemon Spawns: Niantic doesn’t disclose exact spawn rates for individual Pokemon, but certain legendaries and event-specific Pokemon have limited appearances. Research encounters and raid bosses are usually limited to specific periods.
- Nests: Each nest changes the featured Pokemon every two weeks.
- Shiny Rates: Shiny rates vary by Pokemon, typically ranging from 1/450 to 1/500, with boosted rates during events.
Trainer Actions:
- Catching: No daily limit, but individual throws are capped at 10 Premier Balls or Great Balls/Ultra Balls depending on encounter type.
- Raids: Remote Raid passes limit: 5 per day. In-person raid attempts: Limited by free raid pass and availability.
- Gyms: You can only defend 20 gyms simultaneously. Daily coin limit: 50 coins.
- Trading: 20 trades per day, 1 special trade per day (requires best friend status).
- Gifts: Send/open 20 gifts per day.
Items:
- Storage: Maximum 3,500 items (can be upgraded with in-game currency).
- Poke Balls: Daily spin limit for Pokestops: 1,200 spins (not all spins guarantee Poke Balls).
- Incense: Lasts 30 or 60 minutes depending on type.
- Lure Modules: Lasts 30 minutes each.
Other:
- Buddy Pokemon: Only one at a time can earn hearts and candies.
- Daily Adventure Sync: Earn up to 25km distance rewards.
- Egg Hatching: Varies by egg type (2km, 5km, 7km, 10km, 12km).
- Friendship Levels: Maximum level is “Best Friend”.
Zygarde Cell and Mateo Limits in Pokemon Go:
Zygarde Cells:
- Maximum per day: 3 Zygarde Cells per day.
- Encounter locations: Found at the end of completed Routes.
- Appearance frequency: Not officially stated, but likely random within the 3 per day limit.
- Collection limit: No known limit for collected Zygarde Cells.
- Use: Used to power up Zygarde and change its form (100 Cells for 10% Form, 400 Cells for 100% Complete Form).
Mateo:
- Appearance frequency: Appears only once per day on your first Route completion.
- Gift exchange limit: Limited to one exchange per day with Mateo before he disappears from the Route.
- Rewards: Offers a random Pokemon encounter and Stardust upon gift exchange.
- Purpose: Primarily adds a social and gifting element to Routes, not essential for gameplay progression.
Tips:
- To maximize your Zygarde Cell collection, complete as many Routes as possible each day, prioritizing longer Routes that offer greater exploration opportunities.
- When encountering Mateo, ensure you have a gift to exchange before completing the Route to avoid missing out on the interaction.
- Remember, Pokemon Go is meant to be a fun and engaging experience, so don’t stress too much about hitting these limits! Enjoy the exploration and interaction with other players along the way.
Additional Notes:
- Many of these limits can be influenced by special events or Community Days.
- Niantic may adjust these limits based on player feedback and game balance.
- Always refer to the official Pokemon Go website or in-game announcements for the latest information.
Remember, Pokemon Go is meant to be enjoyed casually. Don’t focus solely on reaching limits, but explore, have fun, and collect your favorite Pokemon!
