Stardust Savvy:
- Level Up First: Wait until level 21 (except perfect battlers/defenders) to power up Pokemon. Stardust is precious!
- Pinap & Evolve Strategically: Use Pinap Berries on Pidgeys, Weedles, etc., then mass evolve with a Lucky Egg during double XP events for a leveling bonanza. Optimize this even further by combining it with raids (double XP) and evolving right after.
- Egg Management: Resist using eggs until level 20. Lower levels reward faster progress without eggs. You’ll need them later when leveling slows down.
Resource Allocation:
- Prioritize Incubators: Invest in Incubators, not regular items like Potions or Revives. You can get those from Pokéstops.
- Wait for Sales: Buy event-discounted items like Eggs, Incubators, Lures, Star Pieces, and Raid Passes for maximum value.
Evolving Smartly:
- Evolve Wisely: Only evolve to final forms when you have enough candy for full evolution. Avoid “wasting” candy on weaker versions.
- Grind vs Evolve: If you plan to grind a Pokemon to its second form (e.g., Butterfree), skip evolving and directly grind. Evolving multiple weaker Pokemon for the same candy yields more XP.
Stardust Maximization:
- Star Piece & Egg Hatching: Combine a Star Piece with hatching multiple eggs simultaneously for a massive Stardust boost. This, coupled with Lures and catching while walking, is the fastest way to accumulate Stardust.
Community & Fun:
- Connect with Local Players: Use online platforms to find local communities, join raid groups, and make new friends while playing.
- Remember the Joy: Play for the fun, exercise, social interaction, nostalgia, and exploration. Find what you enjoy most and make the most of it!
Bonus Tip: Stay safe and remember the motto: Catch ’em all!
