7 'Pokemon Go' safety tips for parents and players alike
- Make sure someone knows your itinerary.
- Don't go out alone.
- Stay alert late at night.
- Stay in well-lit places where people congregate.
- Don't bike/skateboard/drive and play.
- Watch where you're going.
- Don't trespass.
- Is Pokemon Go safe for my child?
- Why is Pokemon dangerous?
- Has anyone died playing Pokemon go?
- Is there a trick to catching Pokemon?
Is Pokemon Go safe for my child?
So, to answer the questions: no, you should not allow your kids to play Pokemon Go. However, kids aren't the most reasonable creatures. If they do throw off a temper, make sure that they stay inside while playing the game.
Why is Pokemon dangerous?
People are spending more time looking at their phones than at where they're going. Twisted ankles, bruised shins, and other bodily injuries have been reported from excited players. There is even a growing phenomenon of “sore legs” from players not accustomed to exercise have been getting up and outside to seek Pokémon.
Has anyone died playing Pokemon go?
This is not the first time a person has been killed while playing Pokémon Go. Calvin Riley, 20, was shot and killed while playing the game in San Francisco's Aquatic Park in 2016.
Is there a trick to catching Pokemon?
Catching: Set your circle size
Touch and hold the Poké Ball until the target circle shrinks down to Excellent size. Wait until the Pokémon starts to attack. Spin the Poké Ball so you can curve it. As the Pokémon gets to about 3/4 through its attack, throw the curve ball as close to dead center as you can.