How to play Pokémon GO with your kids
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Pokémon GO owes its phenomenal success largely to 20-somethings enjoying the nostalgia that comes with revisiting a game most of them haven’t played in years. But there’s no denying the game’s appeal for little ones who may have only recently become acquainted with Nintendo’s colourful collectible creatures. Plus, it’s the perfect excuse for moms and dads to go out on fun neighbourhood escapades with their kids.
However, if you didn’t grow up playing Pokémon, you might be curious to know what all the fuss is about. And even if you did, you might not be sure how to play with your kids once you download it (it’s intuitive, but not super intuitive). Here’s everything you need to know about the game to impress your kids and have a great time while out. What’s the point of the game"
Like most Pokémon games, Pokémon GO involves capturing cute monsters, training them, and pitting them in battle against other monsters. (“Pokémon” is short for “pocket monsters.”) You find them by journeying through the real world. The game tracks your position using GPS, so in order to find Pokémon, you need to physically walk to where they are. (Playing on Wi-Fi at home isn’t much fun at all, since you’ll be limited to capturing only the Pokémon that randomly and infrequently appear around your house.)
OK, I’m at a park with my kids. What do I do now"
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