Does Driving Still Count as Walking in Pokémon Go?
In the ever-growing world of Pokémon Go, players have found various ways to progress in the game and catch more Pokémon. While the game is designed to be played on foot, some players have wondered whether driving still counts as walking. This article aims to provide answers to this question and delve deeper into the rules and restrictions of Pokémon Go.
What Counts as Walking?
According to Pokémon Go, any speed that is under 10.5 km/h (6.5 mph) is considered walking. This is determined by the GPS and sensor data from your mobile device. Therefore, as long as your speed does not exceed this limit, your device will count your movements as walking and record the distance accordingly.
What About Faster Speeds?
Now, what about driving, you ask? Does it count towards walking? The short answer is that it does, but with certain caveats. As mentioned earlier, driving speeds above 10.5 km/h are not considered walking. However, according to Pokémon Go, driving can still contribute to the total distance tracked as long as the speed remains under 20-25 km/h. This is due to the subtle changes in movement patterns at such speeds, which still allow for tracking.
How does Driving Affect Egg Hatching?
Now that we’ve addressed whether driving counts as walking, what about egg hatching? Unfortunately, it’s important to note that driving above 25-30 km/h may cause the game to start discrediting the distance or ignoring it altogether. This is to prevent players from using driving to get unfair advantages when hatching eggs. So, it’s important to drive at slower speeds and monitor your distance tracking accordingly.
What about Other Forms of Motion?
What about other forms of motion like cycling or swimming? Will these count as walking or walking-related activities? The good news is that they will indeed be considered as such. As long as your movement data is recorded at a speed lower than 10.5 km/h (6.5 mph), the game will accept these activities as part of your daily progress.
Some Important Things to Consider
Here are some key takeaways to keep in mind:
• Always monitor your speed: Remember that driving speeds above 20-25 km/h may cause Pokémon Go to disregard the distance. This might impact egg hatching, so keep an eye on your speed.
• Stay under the limit: As a general rule of thumb, keep your speed under the 10.5 km/h limit for driving to count as walking. The game can accurately track slow movement patterns but might struggle at faster speeds.
• Other modes count too: Cycles and swimmers can breathe a sigh of relief – their activities will be recognized and accounted for.
• Location changes: Be mindful of location changes or travel modes while playing; your device might not recognize such changes in your movement. Update your game settings accordingly.
• Applying updates: Keep your device updated with the latest software version. This might help improve motion detection and tracking for Pokémon Go.
• Experimentation: Feel free to test different modes of transportation with a stopwatch and observe if it affects distance tracking. Noticing any anomalies? Send us a comment!
FAQ and Additional Information
Here’s an extended FAQ to help better address any further questions:
Does using a GPS device or a smart bike count towards walking? In most cases, yes. What about boat rides? Would it count as walking?: Boats or water transport aren’t counted as walking distances. For egg hatching, you’d need to resume on-shore or land-bound motion. Would using an emulator or modified device break game rules?: Yes, running unauthorized software might result in suspension or termination of your account.
Additional FAQs can be accessed on the Niantic Support Website.
Conclusion
Pokémon Go does acknowledge driving and other forms of non-human-powered transportation, but with strict restrictions in place to ensure fair play and in-game experiences. By sticking to the 10.5 km/h speed limit and being aware of the effects on egg hatching, drivers and other adventurous players can optimize their playstyle without compromising gameplay.
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References
(1) Pokémon Go Developer FAQ, Niantic Support
(2) In-Game Documentation, The Pokédex
(3) Top Reddit Posts on Pokémon Go Hacks and Tips
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