Pokemon Go Getting Buddy Pokemon System

[The Ga[M]er.]

Niantic has just confirmed a brand new update for Pokemon GO is coming, introducing a Buddy Pokemon system that highly recalls about the animated series where protagonist Ash Ketchum constantly has a Pikachu on his side. Let's take a look at what this system is in detail.

According to developer Niantic, Buddy Pokemon allows you to select a certain Pokemon from your collection and to keep it on your side, showing it in your profile screen together with your trainer's avatar, for extra bonus such as specific candies and xp points.

Moreover, you can change your Buddy Pokemon each and every time you want. "You will be able to pick your favorite Pokemon from your collection to become your buddy, opening up unique in-game rewards and experiences," Niantic said.

"Buddy Pokemon will appear alongside your Trainer avatar on your profile screen, adding helpful bonuses such as awarding Candy for walking together. You'll also have the ability to change your Buddy Pokemon at any time."

The update is coming very soon, as the developer added that “it's just around the corner” for both iOS and Android devices.