Be The BestPokemon Let`s Go Pikachu and Let`s Go Eevee are more accessible than most mainline Pokemon RPGs, but that doesn`t mean everything in the them is obvious. There are both returning mechanics from previous games and significant changes to the well-established Pokemon formula to contend with, so whether you`re an experienced player or a total newcomer, there are a few things you should know before you get started with the new Nintendo Switch game.The Let`s Go games are reimaginings of 1998`s Pokemon Yellow, in which you started the game with Pikachu instead of Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle. Because they`re based on a Gen 1 game, Let`s Go Pikachu and Eevee include only the first 151 Pokemon and the Alola forms introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon, with the addition of Meltan. We`ll have more information on how to get Meltan in Pokemon Go and Let`s Go soon.One of the biggest changes introduced in Let`s Go shakes up how you catch Pokemon. If you`ve played Pokemon Go, you`ll be familiar with how it works. Instead of battling a wild Pokemon to whittle down its health before catching it, you simply have to toss a Poke Ball. Your chance of successfully catching the Pokemon goes up with a more accurate and better-timed throw, among other factors.On top of that, there are semi-hidden stats, strategies, and more to familiarize yourself with as you play. This feature covers our best tips for beginners, so you won`t find anything spoilery or super-advanced here. Let us know in the comments what your best Let`s Go tips are, and be sure to read our Pokemon Let`s Go Pikachu and Let`s Go Eevee review for our full thoughts on the game. Catch EverythingIf you`ve played previous Pokemon games, you might be used to catching a Pokemon once just to get it in your Pokedex, then battling the rest for experience. But in Let`s Go, catching tons of the same Pokemon has its benefits. It`s the best way to get experience points for your whole team, and you can transfer the extr ...
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