How to Create a Gym in Pokemon GO: A Fun Guide
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Ever wondered how those virtual gyms pop up in your neighborhood in Pokemon GO? Let’s dive into how to create a gym in Pokemon GO, keeping your curiosity and excitement in mind.
Many trainers aspire to find out how to initiate their own gym in the world of Pokemon GO. If that’s you, you’re in for a treat!
Short Answer: You Can’t Directly Create a Gym
Here’s the scoop: players themselves can’t directly create a gym in Pokemon GO. Instead, Niantic, the developers, choose gym locations based on a variety of factors, including real-world landmarks and points of interest.
However, don’t get discouraged yet! There’s a pathway that might influence the creation of new gyms indirectly through submitting and reviewing PokeStops, which can sometimes be converted into gyms by Niantic.
Converting PokeStops into Gyms
One way to potentially influence gym creation is by engaging in the PokeStop nomination process. Active players level 38 and above can nominate new locations as PokeStops through the app. If a nominated location gets approved and sees a lot of player activity, it has a chance to be transformed into a gym during Niantic’s periodic review of the game map.
Additionally, participating in the Niantic Wayfarer program lets players review nominated PokeStops and influence which become part of the game. High-quality, frequently visited PokeStops in areas with numerous Stops can sometimes be upgraded to gyms.
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