A tool designed to estimate the potential costs and outcomes associated with exchanging creatures within the popular mobile game, Pokmon GO. This resource often factors in aspects like friendship level, creature rarity, and whether the Pokmon is a shiny or legendary variant to predict the Stardust expenditure required for a successful exchange. For example, trading a recently caught, common Pokmon with a ‘Good Friend’ typically incurs a lower Stardust cost than trading a Legendary Pokmon with a ‘Great Friend’.
Understanding the mechanics of these estimations is crucial for efficient resource management within the game. It enables players to strategize exchanges, prioritize friendship level development, and avoid costly transactions. Historically, as the trading feature evolved within the game, demand increased for reliable methods to anticipate Stardust expenditure, leading to the development and widespread use of these assessment tools. Their use saves players valuable in-game resources.