Pokemon Go Is Beneficial To Our Lives | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

Pokemon Go Is Beneficial To Our Lives

You thought it was just another game, didn't you?

2
Pokemon Go Is Beneficial To Our Lives
YouTube

You're probably tired of hearing about Pokemon Go and everything interconnected with it. It's all over the news, internet, and social media. The game has taken over the world like a storm. People from all over the globe chase after rare Pokemon in hopes of being the best.

I heard about Pokemon Go from friends, Twitter, and random people wandering my neighborhood. I never really understood the craze over it until I decided to actually PLAY the game. Turns out, Pokemon Go isn't just some game that an adult played to reminisce about the days of Pokemon on the Nintendo DS. Here's why it's more than just some silly old game.


1) The game gets you outdoors and moving.

Pokemon Go isn't a game that you can play while sitting on your couch. It isn't like Candy Crush, where you can play it from under the comfort of your covers. Instead, you MUST get off your sofa and chase these Pokemon that are wandering around your neighborhood. Not only do you need to chase the Pokemon, but you also need to walk to hatch eggs in the incubators. Surprisingly, I've found myself excited to run a 5k (even though it's more for the egg than the physical fitness).


2) It helps with anxiety.

By getting outdoors and getting physical fitness, Pokemon Go can help improve a person's mental health. Coming from someone who went through depression and has anxiety attacks, Pokemon Go is an amazing way to improve mental health. Physical fitness, even if it's taking a walk around your neighborhood, helps release endorphin that make people feel good and energized. Since Pokemon Go allows people to exercise while having fun, it raises their overall mood. This leaves people with depression and anxiety much happier and upbeat.


3) PokeStops helped me learn more about my community.

PokeStops are locations on the map that you visit to get items, such as PokeBalls and eggs. I thought that my city would not have many places worthy of being Pokestops, let alone my neighborhood. However, to my surprise, PokeStops lit up on my screen and I had so many places to visit and see. As I wandered around following paths towards PokeStops, I found places in my community that I had never known about before. I felt like I was discovering a whole new world through Pokemon hunting.



4) It benefits local shops and stores.

Local restaurants and stores can be recognized as PokeStops or gyms. As hunters come to these stops, they can rest up and get a bite. This helps with the promotion of local businesses and allows them to make money using Pokemon Go as lures.


5) The game helps bring together people of all age, gender, and nationality.

Pokemon Go has united so many people through its virtual game. Sometimes there will be huge crowds of people fighting to catch the same rare Pokemon, while other times they gather together to play one another at a gym. Recently, I saw on Facebook that hundreds of people would be gathering at local museums to play a huge race game of catching Pokemon. To contribute to the game, each person donated $5 to the museums. People from all over the state were gathering to play a fun game of Pokemon Go. Although there is a lot of controversty and conflict in our society, Pokemon Go has found a way to unite people in the simplest way possible: an app.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Taylor Swift in orange dress playing a moss-covered piano on stage with bright lights.

A three-and-a-half-hour runtime. Nine Eras. Eleven outfit changes. Three surprise songs. Zero breaks. One unforgettable evening. In the past century, no other performer has put on an electric performance quite like Taylor Swift, surpassing her fans ‘wildest dreams’. It is the reason supporters keep coming back to her shows each year. Days later, I’m still in awe of the spectacle ‘Miss Americana’ puts on every few days in a new city. And, like one of Taylor’s exes, has me smiling as I reminisce about the memories of the night we spent together.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

24054
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

10045
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

7287
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments