In “Pokémon Go” you can activate the camera to capture the Pokémon in the “real world”. This makes the game even more fun
How to activate the camera in “Pokémon Go”
If you activate the camera in “Pokémon Go” for Android and iOS, you will see the wild Pokémon in their real environment. This makes the game even more fun. You can turn on the camera not only when catching, but also when battling in the arenas, giving you a more realistic feeling. We'll show you step by step how to activate the camera:
- Wait until you find a suitable Pokémon to catch, or go to a gym and start battling.
- In capture or battle mode, you see the Pokémon in a virtual environment. At the top right there is a small control labeled “AR” that you can activate with a swipe.
- The camera opens and you can catch or fight the Pokémon in “real life”. If you don't want to do that anymore, just switch the control back. This is particularly useful when it's dark. Then you can't see much with the camera and it's harder to catch or fight.
What you should know about the AR function in “Pokémon Go”
The so-called AR mode allows you to catch the Pokémon in “Pokémon Go” via camera in your environment.
- In AR mode, the Pokémon cannot notice your movements and are not fixed to one point in your real world. This is different in AR+ mode. This allows you to make your gaming experience even more realistic, as the Pokémon are fixed and also notice how you move.
- However, not every smartphone supports AR+ mode. You must have at least iOS 11. For Android, it must be at least version 7.0 and your phone must also have the option for ARCore.
- When searching for the Pokémon, you should always go slowly and look out for tall grass, as this is where the Pokémon like to hide. It is a good idea to use the ground or a table as a guide to help you focus.
- Tip: If you want to cover distances in “Pokémon Go” a little more effortlessly, a mobile phone swing as a gadget could also be an option.