FAQ

👤 Account

Is PokeWorld free to play?

Yes — completely free, right in your browser on desktop or mobile, no download needed. Optional 💎 gem purchases exist for convenience and cosmetics, but everything important can be earned by playing. Start with the Getting Started guide.

I played as a guest — how do I save my account?

After you pick your starter, the game asks for your email address. Enter it and we'll mail you your username and password — your guest progress is saved permanently to that account. Do this early so you never lose your catches!

Can I play on my phone?

Absolutely. PokeWorld is fully mobile-friendly — you get the complete 3D map with a touch joystick, and every menu is built for phone screens. Same account, same world, on any device.

How do I change region?

Open the world map and pick a region — travel costs 2 💎 per trip with a 120-second cooldown between travels. Each region has different spawns, so traveling is key to completing your Pokédex. More in Map & Exploration.

✨ Catching & Shinies

How rare are shinies?

The base rate is 1 in 200 — already generous — and you can stack multipliers (chains, charms, outbreaks, Elite, Prestige) all the way down to roughly 1 in 17. The full multiplier math is in the Shiny Hunting guide.

What's the best Poké Ball?

For pure value, the Ultra Ball at 1,200 coins is the workhorse — strong catch rate at a fair price. Situational balls (for specific types, times or conditions) can beat it in the right moment; see the ball comparison table in Catching Pokémon.

How do I evolve Kadabra, Machoke, Haunter or Graveler?

These classic trade-evolutions use the Linking Cord — buy it for 6,000 coins, use it on the Pokémon, and it evolves instantly. No trade partner needed. Every evolution method is listed in the Evolution guide.

How do I catch a Legendary?

Four routes: the Safari Zone (about 1% encounter rate and 5% catch rate — bring patience), multiplayer raids, rare legendary eggs, and special events. Each legendary is worth 150 Collector points, so they're always worth the hunt.

💰 Currencies

How do I get gems for free?

Plenty of ways: the VIP daily collect, the day-7 login streak (+20 💎), battle pass tiers, live events, and lucky Mystery Box rolls (up to 50 💎). Play daily and gems accumulate steadily — full breakdown in the Economy guide.

What should I buy first with gems?

The Sky Skimmer hoverboard for 100 💎 — no contest. It makes you faster everywhere, forever, which speeds up catching, events and quests. See Hoverboards & Cosmetics for the full tier ladder.

What's the difference between Elite and VIP?

They're separate systems. Elite is a subscription: shiny odds ×2, access to the exclusive Elite Zone, and extra daily eggs. VIP is a set of permanent levels built up from VIP score (daily collects or gems) that grant lasting perks — and it never expires. Details in the VIP guide.

⚔️ Battles & Progress

How do I fly?

Buy a hoverboard, then press H to hop on and Q/E to change altitude. Higher-tier boards fly higher and faster — start with the Sky Skimmer (guide).

How does ranked PvP work?

Everyone starts a season at 1000 rating; wins push you up, losses pull you down, climbing the divisions from Bronze to Platinum. Seasons end with rewards based on your final rank. Battle mechanics and team-building tips live in the Battles guide.

How do eggs work?

You can claim 2 eggs per day at the Hatchery. Each egg needs 4 training sessions at 150 coins each, then it hatches into a level 5 Pokémon — occasionally something very rare. Everything's in the Eggs & Hatchery guide.

What is Prestige?

At level 80+ you can Prestige: reset to level 5 in exchange for a permanent +5% XP and +2% shiny odds per Prestige level, up to Prestige 10. Your Pokémon and items are untouched. See Pokédex & Collector Score.

🤝 Social & Trading

How do I trade Pokémon with other players?

Through the player market: list any Pokémon for coins or gems (max 20 active listings, each expiring after 7 days). The market is escrowed and scam-proof — never trade outside it. Full rules in Friends, Clans & Trading.

How do I add friends and chat?

Tap any player on the map → ➕ ADD FRIEND, or use the Friends page. Chat supports global and local channels, mentions, GIFs, image sharing and even community polls. Private DMs are one tap away on any profile.

Should I join a clan?

Yes! Clans give you a private chat, donations, clan wars and territory control — claimed map zones grant bonuses to every member playing inside them. Active clans recruit constantly in global chat; see the social guide.

Where do I report bugs or get help?

Two places: our Discord community (fastest — staff and veterans answer daily) and the in-game contact page. Screenshots help a lot when reporting bugs.

📚 Didn't Find Your Answer?

These guides cover everything in much more depth:

• Getting Started · Map & Exploration · Catching Pokémon
• Shiny Hunting · Battles · Economy · Evolution
• Eggs & Hatchery · Safari Zone · VIP · Pokédex & Collector Score
• Friends, Clans & Trading · Hoverboards & Cosmetics · Battle Pass & Events