Why can't I capture my first Pokemon?
I'm trying to just catch my first Pokemon and I can't for some reason. From what I've read I should be able to see the three basic Pokemon to choose from and catch one but I can't see them.
I can only see three pulsing circles and the app appears to be stuck on map view. I've tried clicking or walking over the circles but nothing happens.
Any suggestion on how to fix this?
Best Answer
You need to restart the game and try again. There is a huge load on the servers as they are adding new countries to the list where Pokemon GO is available.
If restarting the game doesn't work, reinstall it. If that doesn't work, have patience and try in a few days.
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How do you catch your first Pokémon?
You'll be introduced to the mechanics when a Squirtle, Charmander, and Bulbasaur appear on the map. Tap your desired starter and follow the instructions on the screen to catch it. Bob's your uncle! You've got your first Pokemon.How do you guarantee catching Pokémon in Pokemon go?
Without taking your right-hand off the moved PokeBall, use your left-hand to throw the PokeBall at the Pokemon. The capture sequence will now begin. The PokeBall on the right will come toward the center of the screen\u2026 Ideally you'll throw a Curved Throw to increase the chances of capture.How do you play Pokémon for the first time?
In fact, the Unova starter Pok\xe9mon (Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott) can now be hatched from 2 km eggs rather than 5 km eggs, as it was before. This makes it even easier and faster to hatch these starters.Liz Phair - Why Can't I? (Official Video)
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Answer 2
Now the game is deployed almost everywhere, so you can reinstall it, and you'll be able to catch millions of Pokemon ^^
By the way, if you want to have Pikachu instead of the 3 other starters, you just have to walk a little bit (like 5-10 mins), and you'll see him spawning near to the starters ^^
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