Sunday 17 July 2016

My thoughts on Pokemon Go!

Hey guys,

Unless you live under a rock, you will have heard of the new game 'Pokémon Go' that has taken the world by storm. I am just going to give my thoughts on the app, so sit and enjoy my little ramble - unless you are sick of hearing about it, then you are excused.

Initially when I heard about it, when it was only available in America, I didn't know what to think. I guess I was excited, I saw all the screen shots and memes of the game and thought it looked great.

I was surprised of how many people already started loving it. Just because, if someone was playing an 'old-school' game, sadly it would probably end in them being told they're 'sad' or something along those lines. So I'm glad that this game has come back with a great reputation and that people are enjoying it.

I used to play Pokémon on the Nintendo 64, but I had no idea as to what I was doing. I guess I did get it the more I played and I gave it a good go. I enjoyed it and I guess that's all that matters. So to be honest, this was why I was excited to play again - and maybe have an idea how to play this time!

I'm pretty sure the background tune was on the old game but I cant be 100% sure as it has been a while since I played haha. I just love how it brings all those memories back and I'm sure for a hard core player, they're loving it even more.

I don't get how people can complain about the game. Sure, it is only making us more addicted to technology (which is probably my only problem with the game) but by including the technology that this generation is already addicted to, it is making us go out, get fresh air and even walk a fair bit. Which I think is a great way to use technology.

Also, the community is all so welcoming. As you can probably tell, I am still quite clueless of the teams and other elements like that but there has been so many people that have helped me and given me tips. All over the world people are being nice to each other, giving help and advice, and accepting of any age that is joining in. I feel like with all the hate that is in the world right now, we could use this sort of kindness among us. I saw a post on Facebook explaining that, in America, there were pizzas being sold cheap in a park where a lot of people go looking for Pokémon. Because it was such a big park, it was a suitable spot for the homeless to be and settle down for the night. These people looking for the Pokémon paid for the pizza and handed them out to the homeless while still playing the game. So that just shows how kind these people can be.

I see these groups of people around the streets interacting and befriending one another, just because of this game. To me, I'm glad that they're, getting out the house and socialising. Sure, they could be doing other productive things but social skills are just as important. You can't disagree.

Overall, I think the game is great. just overall amazing. I really like how in the evening the game changes to more of a night time effect, I think that's cool. The thing I dislike about it, is that recently, these past two days it hasn't been working fully. The servers were down all day yesterday. Then today the game just keeps crashing and you have to start the app up again. I think this may be because of all the people playing and hopefully the producers can get it fixed - SOON! I hope some people aren't just playing it because 'It's a craze', because you don't have to play at the end of the day. If you don't like it, its fine! But, you know...if you love it, May you catch them all!



That's all for this post. I hope you found my thoughts some what interesting, please leave a nice comment saying if you are addicted or confused as to why we are all playing. I would love to hear your thoughts too! I love you all, have a nice week (catching Pokémon :) )

Adios amigos!xo

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