Trainers, there’s a new character in town. Meet Mateo, the latest NPC to join the world of Pokémon GO. With his arrival, players are curious about how to encounter this world traveler and engage in his unique Gift Exchange. Here’s everything you need to know about Mateo and how to meet him.
Mateo isn’t your typical NPC. He’s a researcher with a passion for travel and a knack for collecting and exchanging Postcards and Gifts from all corners of the globe. His addition to Pokémon GO brings a fresh and exciting element to the game.
To encounter Mateo, keep an eye out as you near the end of your Routes. This is where he’s most likely to appear, ready to greet you with a selection of Gifts he’s gathered in his travels.
Once you meet Mateo, you can engage in a Gift Exchange. Here’s how it works.
How to Exchange Gifts with Mateo in Pokémon GO?
- Talk to Mateo to initiate the exchange.
- Choose one of Mateo’s Gifts. You can pick from Gifts representing the Route’s end point, the Route’s start point, or a nearby PokéStop.
- Optionally, add a sticker to your Gift for a personal touch.
- Select ‘Exchange’ to complete the process.
The best part? You can participate in a Gift Exchange with Mateo once a day. This daily interaction makes every day a new opportunity to collect unique Postcards and expand your global connections.
Remember to add the new Postcards you acquire to your Postcard Book. This not only expands your Postcard collection but also helps you in catching various forms of Vivillion.
