Pokémon GO Gen 2: 9 New Tips & Tricks The Game Doesn't Tell You

2. Chain Achievements For Massive Experience

This one has been around for a few months now, but the specifics can be a little confusing so let's recap. In an effort to keep you addicted to the app just like you were in the beginning when life was beautiful, Niantic introduced a series of daily incentives to reward returning players. Incentives for both catching and exploring.

Every day you play the game, you'll receive 500 XP for the very first Pokémon you catch, as well as an additional bonus of 600 stardust. If you managed to play for an entire week straight, you'll then get 2,000 XP and 2,400 stardust. Quite the juicy carrot.

On top of that, you'll also get 500 XP for your first daily Pokéstop visit, as well as some extra items. Do that for seven days, and you'll get 2,000 XP as a chain bonus as well as your shiny items. Ninatic still haven't clarified what these additional items are but some players have speculated that there's an increased chance of getting an incubator with one.