How to Get a Lucky Pokémon in Pokémon GO

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Ever wondered how to snag yourself a Lucky Pokémon in Pokémon GO? It’s simpler than you might think, and yes, totally worth the effort!
Getting a Lucky Pokémon in the game boils down to one fun activity: trading with your friends. Let’s dive into what makes Lucky Pokémon super special and how you can get your hands on them.
Trading Is the Key to Luck
In Pokémon GO, you can’t just find a Lucky Pokémon while you’re out exploring or chilling at home. The secret? You need to trade Pokémon with a friend. When you trade, there’s a chance the Pokémon you receive in return will turn into a Lucky Pokémon.
Lucky Pokémon aren’t just any regular Pokémon. They’re shinier, cooler, and come with a big advantage: they require less Stardust to power up. This means you can make your Lucky Pokémon super strong, super fast!
Boost Your Chances
While the chance of getting a Lucky Pokémon is somewhat random, there are a couple of ways to increase your odds. First, the longer a Pokémon has been in your storage, the higher the chance it’ll become Lucky when you trade it. Think of it as Pokémon aging like fine wine. Another tip is to trade with friends who have the title of Lucky Friends—it guarantees a Lucky Pokémon!
Also, during special events, Pokémon GO sometimes increases the chances of getting Lucky Pokémon, so keep an eye out for announcements.
Turn Your Luck into More with Playbite
Now that you know how to get a Lucky Pokémon, why not turn your luck into more fun? Download the Playbite app and play casual mobile games to earn rewards. Among these rewards? You guessed it—PokeCoins. These can help you snag items in Pokémon GO to make your adventure even more exciting.
So, what are you waiting for? Combine your love for Pokémon GO with the fun of Playbite. Start playing, start winning, and who knows? Maybe your next trade will land you that Lucky Pokémon you’ve been dreaming of.

In case you’re wondering: Playbite simply makes money from (not super annoying) ads and (totally optional) in-app purchases. It then uses that money to reward players with really cool prizes!
Join Playbite today!
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