Sask. gamer's guide to Pokemon Go dos and don'ts
Be respectful of other peoples' property, advises Sask. gamer
The continuing global roll out of Pokemon Go is taking the gaming world by storm. But as more and more potential Pokemon trainers download the app, concerns of public game play etiquette increasingly grows.
"They're worried that there's going to be a bunch of random people stopping by at random hours to collect and play this game."
Walby said he understands their concerns, but these kinds of actions by gamers should never take place.
Don'ts
According to Walby all players should know that trespassing is never necessary because most Pokestops and Pokegyms have a radius big enough for players to keep a safe distance from private property.
He said, for example, "If my house was a Pokestop, you could be on the opposite side of the street and still get what you need."
Dos
The Kindersley RCMP expressed their concerns for Pokemon trainers through a Facebook post Monday morning.
The post read, "We love PokemonGo just as much as you and if you feel the need to run around playing it this summer, that's cool, just be smart about it."
The officers stated, "Always be aware of your surroundings, this also includes looking both ways before crossing the street, respecting private property at all times and not playing the game while driving."
Walby echoed similar sentiments, adding some tips he has for fellow Pokemon trainers: "Treat all the landmarks and the Pokestops and gyms as if it was your own backyard," he said. "Like, you wouldn't be littering in your backyard, or you wouldn't be shouting at three in the morning."
He said the main thing for players to know is to be respectful of other peoples' property.
"If we do that, we'll make this game a game that sticks around."