Pokemon GO Changes How Wayspot Submissions Work
The PokeStops and Gyms in Pokemon GO have been a pivotal part of the game's experience since launch, but often came with the problem of less populated areas lacking in these critical locations. While the Wayspot system has since allowed players to submit locations to be turned into PokeStops and Gyms, Niantic is now going to ask Pokemon GO players to complete a separate task before being able to file these submissions.
Previously, players simply had to reach level 38 in order to activate the Wayspot system and begin turning local spaces into hubs for capturing and fighting Pokemon. However, a new change has been implemented worldwide to make sure that Pokemon GO players are better aware of the specific rules to creating these locations before being able to submit.
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The big difference now being rolled out with the Wayspot submission system is that players will now be required to complete the Wayfarer test in order to participate. This really means that Niantic is trying to make sure that players trying to file submissions are aware of the guidelines for categorizing PokeStops and Gyms, while also being aware of what is and isn't allowed to be submitted. While it is an extra loop to jump through, it still offers players in areas that don't have as many of these locations to better experience Pokemon GO's social events and gameplay by adding more places to interact.
Fortunately for anyone who has already passed the Wayfarer test as well, Niantic will not be requiring anyone to take it again in order to start submitting locations. So, for the players that have already met the necessary criteria, they can continue making Wayspot submissions as they have before the change was
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