The promo codes in Pokémon GO are now firmly integrated into the shop for Android players. The developers explain where to get codes.
Recent changes in Pokémon GO include the promo codes, which briefly appeared in the game yesterday, then quickly disappeared. They have now been reactivated and seem to be a permanent part of the shop. However, these code fields are currently only available for players on Android devices. Users with iOS devices may receive a different solution for the promo codes.
Promotion codes for Android, what about iOS?
At first, they were there, then they quickly disappeared again. Now they are likely here to stay: the promo codes in Pokémon GO. On Niantic’s support website, the developers have published instructions for using these codes. However, they clearly state that the codes are currently only available for Android devices. Unfortunately, there is no information in the instructions regarding a similar feature for iOS devices. But why are iOS users currently still excluded?
With the question, why players with iPhones do not see promo codes in the shop, users on social media are also addressing. On Reddit, user The_Possum offers a possible explanation. He assumes that there are no passcodes on iPhones because they do not exist in Ingress either. The reason would be a 30% fee that Apple charges for each transaction. Ingress players with iOS devices can enter their codes through a point on the game’s website.
Whether there will be a similar solution for Pokémon GO players on iOS devices, allowing them to enter promo codes on a website, is currently uncertain. However, that would be a simple solution that would not cause players much trouble.
Getting and activating promo codes
On the support website for Pokémon GO, Niantic introduces the promo code system. It states that items with exclusive promotions can be unlocked.
- How do you get promo codes in Pokémon GO? Occasionally, these promo codes for the game are offered through partnerships and special events.
- For which items can the promo codes be used? You can redeem items such as Poké Balls, Incense, Lucky Eggs, and more with the passcodes.
- How do you redeem a promo code?
- In the map view, tap on the Poké Ball to open the menu.
- Tap on the shop button.
- At the bottom of the screen, click on the text field to enter the code.
- Then tap on redeem.
If your code entry was successful, you will receive a notification in the game. It will confirm that the redeemed items are now in your inventory.
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