"I somehow have 15k": Pokemon GO player reacts to sudden abundance of PokeCoins in their account
In the world of Pokemon GO, PokeCoins are a coveted currency, allowing players to buy essential in-game items like raid passes, incubators, and storage upgrades. Earning these coins takes time. However, a recent post by Reddit user Reasonable_Magician2 has sparked curiosity and concern within the Pokemon GO community.
The player reported an unexpected windfall of 15,000 PokeCoins in their account, despite not having purchased them:
"Has anyone else experienced this? Didn’t buy any poke coins I had like 78 before and logged in now I somehow have 15k??? Someone plz help lol"
This situation raised a lot of questions about how such a large sum of PokeCoins could appear out of nowhere, with the community offering advice and speculating on potential causes.
Several Pokemon GO players chimed in with advice, ranging from security precautions to ideas on how to handle the unexpected fortune.
One user, Express-Luck-3812, suggested that the first step should be securing the account by updating login information.
They mentioned that while it might seem odd for someone to hack into the account only to add coins, it’s essential to cover all security bases. Linking or unlinking accounts across platforms like Facebook, Pokemon Trainer Club, or Gmail could offer extra protection.
User TreeHouseFace took a more cautious approach, recommending that the user avoid spending the coins for the time being.
They pointed out that if this were a glitch, there might be a chance the coins would be removed later, and spending them could potentially lead to negative consequences if Niantic refunded the credits.
Similarly, Specialist_Foot_6919 shared that this has happened to others and suggested contacting Niantic Support.
"I swear this just happened to someone over on Silph Road. They contacted Niantic Support because this feels like something they’d 100% ban you just for having on your account if there’s no tracing where you got the funds to load this much on there"
They warned that unexplained PokeCoins on an account could lead to an automatic ban if there’s no clear trace of how the funds appeared, a concern echoed by many in the community.
On the same note, Bidoof2017 compared the situation to receiving a mistaken deposit from a bank.
They cautioned that Niantic could take corrective action if it turns out to be an error, and any spent coins could result in the user being charged retroactively. Contacting support was advised, along with resisting the temptation to spend the newfound wealth until the issue was resolved.
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How can you earn PokeCoins in Pokemon GO?
PokeCoins are the in-game currency of Pokemon GO primarily earned by defending Gyms. They are used to purchase various items from the shop, including raid passes, storage upgrades, and incubators.
When you place a Pokemon in a Gym, you’ll earn one PokeCoin for every 10 minutes it defends that Gym; up to a daily maximum of 50 PokeCoins.
Alternatively, players can purchase PokeCoins with real money through microtransactions, with bundles ranging from small amounts like 100 coins for $0.99 to larger packs of 14,500 coins for $99.99.
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For most players, the sudden appearance of thousands of PokeCoins would be extremely unusual. In this case, it’s crucial to follow proper channels and ensure that any potential errors or security risks are addressed, as tempting as it may be to spend those coins.
The community's responses reflect a mix of caution and proactive security measures. Whether it's a glitch or something more complex, players agree that taking time to assess the situation is the best course of action before spending any mysterious PokeCoins.
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