The best Pokémon Go hack: How to start the game with PikachuWho needs Bulbasaur, Squirtle, or Charmander when you have Pikachu? Here's how to start the game with everyone's favorite little electric Pokémon.
In true Nintendo tradition, Niantic Labs has provided intrepid Pokémon fans with a fun little hack at the beginning of the game: Instead of starting out with Charmander, Bulbasaur, or Squirtle, you can choose Pikachu — if you're willing to walk.
First discovered by Polygon, you can pick everyone's favorite starter electric Pokémon by repeatedly ignoring the trio of starter Pokémon in front of you. Here's how to go about doing it.
How to get Pikachu as your starter Pokémon
Sign up for a Pokémon Go account.
Make your avatar.
When the Professor prompts you to "Catch a Pokémon," walk away from Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Charmander.
If you walk far enough away, the trio will respawn and your phone will vibrate. (We recommend walking along a sidewalk in your neighborhood to trigger this.)
Repeat step 4 3-5 more times, and a fourth ...
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The best Pokémon Go hack: How to start the game with Pikachu
