There are two main kinds of “feed” in Pokemon Go:
1. Berries: These are used to interact with wild Pokemon during encounters. Each berry has a specific effect:
- Razz Berry: Makes the Pokemon more likely to stay in the Poké Ball. Useful for catching difficult Pokemon or those with low catch rates.
- Golden Razz Berry: Significantly increases the Pokemon’s catch rate, making it almost guaranteed to stay in the next ball. Use for rare or highly desired Pokemon.
- Nanab Berry: Slows down the Pokemon’s movement, making it easier to hit with Poké Balls. Helpful for Pokemon that jump or dodge frequently.
- Pinap Berry: If the Pokemon is caught on the next throw, doubles the Candy you receive. Ideal for farming Candies for evolution or powering up.
- Silver Pinap Berry: Combines the effects of Razz and Pinap Berries, increasing catch rate and doubling Candy on successful capture. Excellent for valuable Pokemon you need both Candy and catch for.
2. Buddy Feed: This involves feeding Berries to your chosen Buddy Pokemon to build Friendship and unlock various perks. Each berry grants different amounts of Friendship points:
- Razz Berry: 10 points
- Nanab Berry: 10 points
- Pinap Berry: 15 points
- Golden Razz Berry: 20 points
- Silver Pinap Berry: 25 points
Feeding your Buddy also has a chance to trigger bonus effects like reducing walk distance for Candy, increasing CP gain, or unlocking new Buddy interactions.
Key Differences:
- Purpose: Berries primarily influence catching wild Pokemon, while Buddy Feed increases Friendship with your chosen Pokemon.
- Effects: Berries have varied effects like increasing catch rate or Candy gain, while Buddy Feed focuses on raising Friendship level for bonus perks.
- Resource: Berries are found in PokéStops and gyms, while Buddy Feed requires Berries acquired through the same means.
Ultimately, the “best” feed depends on your specific goals and needs. Use Berries strategically during wild encounters for catching or maximizing Candy, and feed your Buddy consistently to build Friendship and unlock its benefits.
