How To Play 'Pokémon GO': A Guide To Capturing, Battling and Finding Your Favorite Pokemon

The much awaited "Pokémon GO" is now available for iOS and Android devices. And users from all over the world can't just wait to get their hands on finding their Pokemon.

But before you get too excited in logging in, here are some of the things you need to know in "Pokemon Go"

'Pokémon Go' Demands Up

Since its released, a lot of players are now downloading "Pokémon GO" and because of that it appears that the servers are struggling especially during peak hours. If you want to start playing "Pokemon GO" but can't log in, try playing in the very early morning when most players are still in bed.

To Start Your 'Pokémon GO'

To start playing "Pokémon GO" for the first time, customize your trainer name first, then you will be given an option to choose from three starter Pokemon: Bulbasaur, Charmander or Squirtle.

The real fun starts when you try to find your first Pokemon in "Pokemon GO." With the use of your GPS and your trainer walking on a Google Maps-esque layout, you will be able see landmarks of Pokestops and Gyms. You need go near these landmarks to access the Gyms and Pokestops.

How To Catch A Pokemon

In "Pokémon Go" players can catch a Pokemon depending on their CP level, according to iDigital Times. The Poke Ball and how it is also thrown can also be a determining factor. Capturing a Pokemon can also be tricky so make sure to be fast when playing "Pokemon Go."

What Kind of Pokemon can You Catch

One great aspect in the game of "Pokemon Go" is its ability to offer a variety of Pokemon that depends on the type of environment you live in. If your location is near the ocean, you can definitely find a water Pokemon around.

How Do "Pokémon Go" Fights

Once you have captured your first Pokemon, now find how you can train it to fight. Find its Pokemon's Command Points (CP) to know how it fight against other Pokemon. The same species of Pokemon may have the same CP but once it is trained, it may do well in battle even if it is battling with same kind of Pokemon.

What are Pokestops

In "Pokemon Go" there will be Pokestops where you will be able to get items and even eggs that can eventually become Pokemon once they get hatched. However, there may be some cases that even when you go back to the same location that they will not be giving more items. But you can continually check back to see if they have more for you.

What are Gyms

Once you reach level 5, you will be able to join battle Gyms where you can make your captured Pokemon to fight against other Pokemon. "Pokémon Go" will have three different teams where you can join (Red, Blue and Yellow teams).

Both the Pokestops and Gyms can be found in real locations which make "Pokémon Go" a very unque game as they allow players to move about while hunting for their Pokemon.