How Do XL Candy Work in Pokemon GO?
You use XL Candy to level up Pokemon above level 40. You can get them from catching Pokemon, transferring Pokemon, or participating in events.
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It's pretty simple: XL Candy helps level your Pokemon past 40. You get it by catching and transferring Pokemon or through special events. Catch 'em all!
XL Candy is used to power up Pokemon beyond level 40! You can collect it by catching Pokemon, transferring Pokemon, walking with your buddy, and sometimes even through raids and events. Happy hunting!
Not gonna lie, XL Candy is a bit of a slog to gather. Catch, transfer, rinse, repeat. But leveling up past 40 feels pretty sweet.
Using XL Candy lets you power up your Pokemon past level 40. You can get XL Candy by catching lots of Pokemon, transferring them, or from events. It's a grind, but worth it!
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