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Pokestops

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gaming2 years ago

"Pokemon Go Enthusiasts Share Their Strangest PokeStop Experiences"

Pokemon Go players have been sharing their experiences with the game's weirdest and most controversial PokeStops, ranging from a Church of Scientology to a statue representing a "Triangle" of three naked people. These anecdotes highlight the diverse and sometimes bizarre real-world locations that have become part of the game's landscape, with some stops being avoided due to their contentious nature or oddity. The discussion was sparked by a player's question on a forum, leading to a variety of stories from the community.

gaming2 years ago

"Controversy Erupts as Pokemon Go Requests Players to 'Scan Little Kids'"

Pokemon Go players are disturbed after receiving a research task asking them to "Scan Little Kids" as part of the game's AR mapping feature. The task, which requires players to scan areas around PokeStops, has raised concerns due to the proximity of many PokeStops to places frequented by children. Players have shared screenshots of other strange PokeStops, highlighting the awkward and potentially inappropriate nature of some tasks.

gaming2 years ago

"Pokemon Go Player's Unusual Encounter with Pokemon 'Debt Collectors'"

A Pokemon Go player shared a screenshot on Reddit showing their avatar surrounded by a group of Snorlax, resembling "debt collectors." The image highlights the stark contrast in gameplay experiences between players in different locations, with some having an abundance of PokeStops and Pokemon, while others struggle to find any. Many users expressed envy and longing for more active gameplay, but acknowledged the importance of maintaining a balanced experience for all players.

gaming2 years ago

"Pokemon Go Players Unite to Bring PokeStops to Antarctica"

A Pokemon Go player has reached out to the community for help in establishing PokeStops in Antarctica, where their partner is stationed at an Australian research base. Access to PokeStops is crucial for gameplay, and users in the thread have offered to send gifts to ensure the player doesn't miss out on items. It is possible for new PokeStops to be approved within weeks or months, providing the players in Antarctica with the opportunity to stock up on gear and complete research tasks.

gaming2 years ago

Pokemon Go players criticize Niantic's flawed Field Research tasks and rewards

Pokemon Go players are expressing frustration and dislike towards Field Research tasks that require them to scan PokeStop locations, with many immediately deleting these quests. The scanning tasks, which are part of the Wayfarer feature used by Niantic to collect location data, have been deemed "ridiculous" and "dumb" by players. Some players have found a workaround by keeping one scanning task at all times to prevent receiving additional ones.

gaming2 years ago

Pokemon Go Player Delights Fans by Bringing Pokemon to Life at PokeStops

A Pokemon Go player has started decorating local PokeStops with painted rocks featuring Pokemon, bringing joy to the community. The player shared their artwork on the Pokemon Go subreddit, receiving positive feedback and inspiring others to try the same. This creative initiative not only adds a touch of art to the game but also serves as a fun hobby and a way to improve mental health.

gaming2 years ago

"Pokemon Go Players' Bizarre Encounters and Unexpected Luck"

Pokemon Go players are criticizing Niantic for approving a bizarre and questionable Pokestop, with some labeling it a "monstrosity." The Pokestop features a hidden horse image with a name that has extra letters. Players expressed frustration over the approval process, citing their own denied requests for legitimate art installations while seemingly random or low-quality submissions are accepted. Many are calling for Niantic to be more selective in approving future Pokestop submissions.