Since its wildly successful launch in 2016, Pokémon GO remains one of the most popular free-to-play gaming apps available today. Developed by Niantic, the app allows you to find and catch a huge variety of Pokémon, visit gyms, and battle members of Team Rocket on the go. What’s more, new Pokémon, events, and challenges are regularly introduced to the game, which often offers up some pretty awesome promo codes to snag in-app items. But how exactly do you redeem these codes in Pokémon GO?
While it may seem counterintuitive, the process isn’t completed in the Pokémon GO app. Instead, you’ll need to head over to Niantic’s website to get started, then receive your items within the app once the process is complete. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to redeem promo codes in Pokémon GO.
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- Only one code for a Hisuian Zoroark can be used in either the Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet game. Upon purchase of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC, an email with your code will be sent to the email address registered to your Nintendo Account. From the in-game menu, go to the Poké Portal, then select Mystery Gift, select Get with Code/Password, and then enter your code.
- The Mystery Gift option can be found within the Poké Portal menu option in the X menu after you unlock the feature in the Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet game. (This occurs after about 1 to 1.5 hours of gameplay, though individual gameplay time may vary.) An internet connection and a Nintendo Account is required to redeem the item in game. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is not required. Each item can only be redeemed once.
How to Redeem Promo Codes in Pokémon GO
If you’re looking to redeem the latest promotional code in Pokémon GO, follow these steps.
- Open your web browser and visit Niantic’s Offer Redemption page.
- You’ll be asked to sign in with Google, Facebook, or Niantic Kids. Use the same login information that’s associated with your Pokémon GO account.
- Once logged in, you should see the username and level associated with your Pokémon GO account. If the information is incorrect, sign out and check your login credentials.
- If your information is correct, enter the promotional code you wish to redeem in the text entry box.
- Double-check the code you entered and click Submit.
- Finally, launch the Pokémon GO app to receive your rewards.
Does Pokémon GO Cost Money?
Pokémon GO is a free-to-play app developed by Niantic. By redeeming active promo codes, you can receive free in-app items. However, you can also make in-app purchases to receive special gift boxes, exclusive items like Incense, and PokéCoins. Of course, this will cost you real money. If you’re interested in purchasing extra content or checking prices, head over to the Pokémon GO Web Store.
For more on Pokémon GO and the mainline Pokémon game series, check out these additional articles from us: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet – How to Connect to Pokémon GO, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC – Release Window Prediction, Is Scarlet and Violet Connected to Pokémon HOME?