The phrase refers to software or techniques used on Android devices to alter the perceived GPS location within the Pokmon Go application. This allows users to simulate movement within the game without physically traveling to different locations. For example, an individual could virtually “walk” to a rare Pokmon spawn point across town without leaving their home.
Such methods, while offering convenience for gameplay, have implications regarding fair play and adherence to the game’s terms of service. Historically, the use of these location-altering techniques emerged alongside the game’s release due to the limited accessibility of certain Pokmon and in-game resources based on geographical location. Benefits, from the user’s perspective, include increased access to rare Pokmon, expedited gameplay progression, and the ability to participate in events regardless of physical location.
