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In the world of Pokémon GO, Trainers are equipped with an essential tool of the trade: Poké Balls. These iconic spheres are not just items but symbols of the adventures and challenges that lie ahead. In Pokémon GO, the variety of Poké Balls available to players extends beyond the traditional ones known from the mainline Pokémon series, each with unique attributes, purposes, and methods of acquisition.
From the humble beginnings with the standard Poké Ball to the specialized Master and Premier Balls, this guide will navigate through the diverse array of Poké Balls in Pokémon GO, delving into their distinct functionalities, strategic uses, and how Trainers can obtain them to enhance their Pokémon-catching experience. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran aiming to optimize your gameplay or a newcomer eager to understand the essentials, this comprehensive overview will equip you with the knowledge to master the art of Poké Ball utilization in the pursuit of becoming a Pokémon Master.
All Poké Ball Types and How to Get Them
In-Game Description
How to Obtain
“A device for capturing wild Pokémon. It’s thrown like a ball at a Pokémon, comfortably encapsulating its target.”
The most basic and widely used tool for catching wild Pokémon, with 50 provided when you first create an account.
Great Ball
“A good, high-performance Poké Ball that provides a higher catch rate than a standard Poké Ball.”
The Great Ball is an enhanced Poké Ball that boosts a Trainer’s likelihood of catching a Pokémon by 50%.
Ultra Ball
“An ultra-high performance Poké Ball that provides a higher Pokémon catch rate than a Great Ball.”
The Ultra Ball is a top-tier Poké Ball that significantly increases the Trainer’s probability of capturing a Pokémon, doubling their chances.
Premier Ball
“A somewhat rare Poké Ball made to commemorate a special occasion of some sort.”
The Premier Ball is a distinct Poké Ball provided exclusively for capturing a Raid Boss during a Bonus Challenge following a successful Raid Battle, or a Shadow Pokémon after overcoming a Team GO Rocket member. Unused Premier Balls are discarded after the capture attempt. The catch rate for the Premier Ball is typically equivalent to that of a standard Poké Ball.
Master Ball
“The best Poké Ball with the ultimate level of performance. With it, you will catch any wild Pokémon without fail.”
The Master Ball is a unique Poké Ball that guarantees a successful capture of any Pokémon without fail. A special cutscene is triggered upon its use. It became available as part of the 5th installment of the Let’s GO! Special Research on May 22nd, 2023.
Beast Ball
“An ultra-performance ball with a higher catch rate than a Great Ball.”
The Beast Ball is a unique Poké Ball designed specifically for capturing Ultra Beasts during special encounters. Similar to Premier Balls, any Beast Balls not used during the attempt are discarded afterward.
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