Paridot by Niantic: Now you can raise your virtual pets in the game

If you are a fan of Pokémon Go and Tamagotchi, you might be interested in Peridot, the new AR game from Niantic, the developer of Pokémon Go. Peridot is a pet simulation game that lets you raise and nurture cute virtual creatures called Dots in your real-world environment. Here is everything you need to know about Peridot and how to play it.

What is Peridot?
Peridot is a mobile game that uses augmented reality (AR) and location-based technology to create a realistic and immersive experience of having a virtual pet. You can hatch, feed, play with, and bond with your Dot using your phone's camera and GPS. Your Dot will react to your surroundings and interact with real-world objects and landmarks. You can also explore your neighborhood and discover new places with your Dot, as well as meet other Dots and players along the way.

How do I get started with Peridot?
To start playing Peridot, you need to download the app from the App Store or Google Play Store. The game is free to play, but it offers in-app purchases for some items and features. Once you launch the app, you will be asked to create an account and customize your avatar. Then, you will be able to choose an egg from a variety of colors and patterns. The egg will hatch into a baby Dot that will be unique in appearance and personality. You can name your Dot and start taking care of it.

How do I take care of my Dot?
Your Dot has four basic needs: hunger, energy, happiness, and health. You can check these needs by tapping on your Dot or looking at the icons on the top of the screen. To satisfy your Dot's hunger, you need to feed it with different kinds of food that you can find by foraging in different terrains, such as grass, dirt, or water. You can also buy food from the shop using coins that you earn by playing the game. To replenish your Dot's energy, you need to let it sleep by tapping on its bed icon. To increase your Dot's happiness, you need to pet it, play with it, and give it toys that you can buy or find in the game. To maintain your Dot's health, you need to keep it clean by bathing it and brushing its fur or feathers.

How do I level up my Dot?
Your Dot will grow from a baby to a teen to an adult as you play the game. To level up your Dot, you need to earn growth points by fulfilling its needs and completing quests that will appear on the bottom of the screen. Quests are tasks that involve exploring your surroundings, finding habitats, meeting other Dots and players, and learning about local history and culture. Some quests are time-limited or seasonal, so make sure to check them regularly. As your Dot levels up, it will unlock new abilities and features, such as flying or swimming.

How do I breed my Dot?
When your Dot reaches adulthood, it will want to mate with another Dot and produce offspring. To do this, you need to find a habitat near you that matches your Dot's type (for example, fire, water, earth, or air). A habitat is a point of interest on the map that is shared by all Niantic's AR games (such as Pokémon Go). You can see the habitats around you by tapping on the map icon on the bottom right of the screen. Once you reach a habitat, you can release your Dot there and wait for it to find a partner. You can also see other players' Dots that are available for breeding at the same habitat. When your Dot finds a partner, they will create a new egg that will inherit some traits from both parents. You can then hatch the egg and start raising a new Dot.

What are some tips and tricks for playing Peridot?
Here are some tips and tricks to help you enjoy Peridot more:

- Make sure to enable location services and camera permissions for the app to work properly.
- Keep an eye on your phone's battery level and temperature, as the game can be quite demanding on your device.
- Be respectful of other people's privacy and property when playing the game in public places.
- Be careful of your surroundings and traffic when walking around with your phone.
- Join a community of Peridot players online or offline to share tips, stories, and photos of your Dots.
- Have fun and be creative with your Dots!

Peridot is a game that combines AR technology with pet simulation gameplay to create a unique and engaging experience for players of all ages. If you love animals and adventure, you should give Peridot a try!