9 Essential Pokémon GO Accessories And Items To Catch ’Em All

In case you’ve been living under a rock, many people -- yes, young and old -- have gone gaga over a particular mobile game that currently takes the world by storm. The mobile game in question is none other than Pokémon GO, an augmented reality (AR) gaming platform which requires the player to search and catch various virtual Pokémon (pocket monsters) in a real-time location. In a nutshell, once you track down a Pokémon, all you have to do is aim and swipe the Pokéball from the bottom of your smartphone’s screen to catch it.

Now, we know that to play Pokémon GO, all you need is your smartphone. But a phone alone is never enough. To become an efficient Pokémon GO trainer, you definitely need a few necessary accessories and items to get you well-prepared on a journey to... catch ’em all! (cue to the Pokémon’s animated theme song).

1. Power Bank

Since Pokémon GO is designed for the mobile device, the first thing you should know that this game drains your phone’s battery faster than you slurp a whole can of soda. This is largely due to the heavy consumption of internet data and GPS networks.

So, to avoid this unnecessary disappointment, the best solution is to carry a power bank with you. You can opt for the usual power bank or better yet, make your friend(s) jelly with this portable Pokémon GO Pokéball Power Bank!

2. Phone Case

When you play Pokémon GO, you will find yourself either constantly holding your phone or taking your phone out of your pocket. This is where you need a good phone case. And let’s face it, no matter how careful you are, an accident is bound to happen one way or another. Imagine you are too preoccupied with the game until the phone you are holding accidentally slip out of your hands! If your phone is not physically protected, be mentally prepared. Your phone drops onto the ground with a loud thud. Screen cracks, inner components may suffer internal damage and yes... it’s going to be heartbreaking. Don’t let that happen. After all, it’s not worth risking your hard-earned money on your beloved phone over a Pokémon GO game. Protect your phone with a quality phone case that can at least sustain a minor fall. You can purchase any phone case (that fit your phone model, of course) or protect your phone in style with one of these Pokémon-themed phone cases.

3. Hat / Baseball Cap

As we all know, Malaysia is prone to hot weather and it’s definitely not pleasant walking around while hunting for Pokémon under the scorching sun. For sun protection that gives you some shade, get a hat or a baseball cap. Plus, if you’re feeling up to it, get this chic-looking Pokémon-themed baseball cap. And yes, they come in a unisex design.

4. Headphones

Listening to an audio cue is one of the crucial elements to catch the Pokémon. But since Pokémon GO often requires you to travel around the city, it would be difficult to pay attention to the audio cues due to the noisy environment. The solution? Equip yourself with a pair of headphones. Be it on-ear headphones, clip-on headphones or earbud headphones, there’s something for every Pokémon enthusiast out there.

5. Shoes

Unlike your average mobile game, Pokémon GO wants you to walk around and track down the monster. Unless you are planning for a short-lived Pokémon GO adventure, you definitely need a good pair of footwear. Flip-flop or slipper is definitely a no-no because you don’t want your feet to end up screaming in pain. Instead, what you really need is some quality walking shoes or sneakers. Best of all, you can even get a pair of custom-painted shoes that comes with a cool Pokémon theme!

6. Backpack

With all the essential accessories you have to carry with you, where to store them while you’re on a citywide hunt for Pokémon? Why, you need a bag, of course! A backpack is your best option here and you can also carry your precious belongings in style with plenty of Pokémon-related choices here.

7. Water Bottle

Come rain or shine, you don’t want to end up dehydrated while you’re on a long walk to search and catch the Pokémon. This is especially true if a particular day is sunny. So, do yourself a favour and remember to bring along your water bottle before you leave home. In case you don’t own a water bottle, you can find it here and here.

8. Bike Mount

Playing Pokémon GO while driving a car is like a possible ride to meet the Grim Reaper. Be smart and avoid this by choosing a safer alternative such as riding a bicycle instead. But of course, that doesn’t mean you’re riding while holding the bike handlebars with one hand and your phone with another. Use a bike mount to attach your phone to the handlebars so you can ride your bike safely on the road.

9. Perfect Aim Add-On Phone Case

Are you struggling to aim and catch the Pokémon each time you swipe your finger or thumb on your phone’s screen? We understand the frustration because we’ve been there before. But thankfully, there is one nifty add-on phone accessory to make every Pokéball throw feel like a breeze. Simply called as “Perfect Aim”, it has an indicator to guide you with each throw. Best of all, the “Perfect Aim” is adjustable by sliding the plastic add-on case up or down. Get it here.

So, there you have it! With this list of essential accessories and items, get ready to turn your Pokémon journey into a fulfilling experience.