Microtransactions
Just like many free-to-play games out on the market, Pokemon GO has some microtransactions available for people to take advantage of. While these will enhance your experience, they’re certainly not crucial to enjoying the game to its fullest. As you can see from the image above, Pokemon GO’s microtransactions revolve around Pokécoins. This is the in-game currency which can be used to purchase large amounts of different items in the game such as Pokeballs, Lucky Eggs, Lures, and upgrades for your equipment.
All consumable items can be acquired from heading to your nearest Pokestop. The only catch here is that this comes down entirely to luck. You don’t get a choice in what the Pokestop gives you. Therefore, if you’re really after certain items, the microtransactions are certainly going to be tempting, but for those who aren’t a fan of them, you can continue to play without them being shoved in your face every five minutes.
