How to get 'Best Buddy' in Pokemon GO
Who doesn't want a Best Buddy in their life? Here's how to get one in Pokemon GO.
Much like humans and their dogs, Pokemon can be a gamer's best friend, and there is ample opportunity to acquire a Best Buddy in Pokemon GO. Whether it be the classic Ash Ketchum wannabes sporting Pikachu on their shoulder, or someone looking to invest in the next Eeveelution, buddies have many uses in Pokemon GO, but there's nothing like cementing a friendship by invoking the best buddy clause.
So, here's everything you need to know about how to achieve 'Best Buddy' in the game.
How to achieve 'Best Buddy'
There are four levels to how close you and your cute companion can be, leading up to the Pokemon Go bets Buddy status.
| Status | Requirements | Reward |
|
Good Buddy |
One Heart | Your Buddy will earn candy on walks. |
| Great Buddy | 70 Hearts | Your Buddy will find presents whilst on walks. |
| Ultra Buddy | 150 hearts | Your Buddy will bring you Souvenirs from your offline travels |
| Best Buddy | 300 Hearts | Your Best Buddy will earn a CP Boost in Combat |
To be able to achieve Best Buddy, you need to earn 300 Hearts whilst they are attached to your hip. Hearts can be earned by walking distance milestones, feeding your Buddy, playing with your Buddy, posing for photos, and battling with your Buddy.
What is a 'Best Buddy' in Pokemon GO?
The Buddy system is no stranger to Pokemon GO players, who will never be walking alone in the world as they continue to try to catch 'em all.
But once you've chosen a Buddy, for one reason or another, players will be able to maintain their relationship by playing and caring for their cute Pokemon pal, which will earn you rewards along the way.
The Best Buddy status in Pokemon GO is the reward for having an inseparable furry friend.
Quickest way to achieve 'Best Buddy'
To obtain 300 Hearts and earn the Best Buddy status in Pokemon GO, you will need to give your companion quite a lot of attention.
However, there is a way of earning the Best Buddy link in just two weeks. According to Redditor "g47onik" you can do it in 13-14 days.
The Reddit user explains that you can become a Best Buddy with a Pokemon quickly by getting them "excited" and completing a string of challenges throughout the day. Unfortunately, this method does rely on you having the ability to battle team leaders and spin new Pokestops, which isn't always easy for existing players.
Still, there are many quick methods to getting your Best Buddy ready, and even if you can't get there in a two-week period, you can still get that status in a month's work or so.
Now all you need to do is pick your Buddy...
About The Author
Jack Marsh
Jack is an Esports Journalist at GGRecon. Graduating from the University of Chester, with a BA Honours degree in Journalism, Jack is an avid esports enthusiast and specialises in Rocket League, Call of Duty, VALORANT, and trending gaming news.
