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12 worst ways to play Pokemon Go

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Saturday, July 23, 2016
So what is Pokemon Go, really?

Pokemon Go hasn't been out a month yet, but it's already taken the world by storm. People have rushed outside to "catch 'em all," but some trainers have fallen short of becoming the very best. Here are the 12 worst ways to play Pokemon Go.

When you "gotta catch 'em all" - nothing can stop you, not even a stab wound. Michael Baker of Forest Grove, Oregon, was so focused on catching all the characters in "Pokemon Go" that he kept playing even after he was stabbed.

The popular game has, however, have had positive effects as well. Players have performed random acts of kindness, volunteered in their community and even captured an attempted murder suspect.

The game has also helped autistic children interact with the world.

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