Unlock Evolutions Faster. Adventure Anywhere with AnyTo!
Not every Pokémon in Pokémon GO evolves just by feeding it Candy. Some unique species need a little extra bonding time with you through the Adventure Together to Evolve mechanic. Whether you’re walking your Buddy for KMs, earning Hearts, or completing special tasks, this evolution method makes catching ‘em all a bit more meaningful, and sometimes a bit more time-consuming.
This guide covers exactly what Adventure Together to Evolve means, which Pokémon need it, and how to speed up the process without endless walking.

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What Does Adventure Together to Evolve Mean?
Adventure Together to Evolve is a special evolution requirement in Pokémon GO. Instead of simply spending Candy or using an evolution item, you’ll have to set a specific Pokémon as your Buddy and then complete certain tasks. Typical conditions include:
- Walking a certain distance with your Buddy Pokémon
- Earning a required number of Buddy Hearts
- Meeting extra conditions, like day or night time, or catching other Pokémon types

It’s the game’s way of adding a bit more adventure and connection before you evolve certain rare or powerful species.
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List of Pokémon That Need Adventure Together to Evolve

1 Woobat to Swoobat
Candy: 50 Woobat Candy
Task: Walk 1km as your buddy.
2 Hisuian Sneasel to Sneasler
Candy: 100 Sneasel Candy
Task: Walk 7km as your buddy and evolve during the daytime in the game.
3 Eevee to Espeon
Candy: 25 Eevee Candy
Task: Walk 10km as your buddy, then evolve during the daytime (while still your buddy). You can also use the one-time nickname trick "Sakura."
4 Eevee to Umbreon
Candy: 25 Eevee Candy
Task: Walk 10km as your buddy, then evolve at nighttime (while still your buddy). You can also use the one-time nickname trick "Tamao."
5 Eevee to Sylveon
Candy: 25 Eevee Candy
Task: Earn 70 hearts with Eevee as your Buddy. You can also use the one-time nickname trick "Kira."
6 Mime Jr. to Mr. Mime
Candy: 50 Mr. Mime Candy
Task: Walk 15km as your buddy.
7 Bonsly to Sudowoodo
Candy: 50 Sudowoodo Candy
Task: Walk 15km as your buddy.
8 Happiny to Chansey
Candy: 25 Chansey Candy
Task: Walk 15km as your buddy.
9 Feebas to Milotic
Candy: 100 Feebas Candy
Task: Walk 20km as your buddy.
10 Pawmo to Pawmot
Candy: 50 Pawmi Candy
Task: Walk 25km as your buddy. This is often interpreted as walking 1000 steps using Let's Go mode in the main series games, but in Pokémon GO, it's tied to the distance walked as a buddy.
11 Pancham to Pangoro
Candy: 50 Pancham Candy
Task: Catch 32 Dark-type Pokémon while Pancham is your buddy.
12 Spritzee to Aromatisse
Candy: 50 Spritzee Candy
Task: Use 1 Incense while Spritzee is your buddy.
13 Swirlix to Slurpuff
Candy: 50 Swirlix Candy
Task: Feed it 25 treats while Swirlix is your buddy.
14 Floette to Florges
Candy: 100 Flabébé Candy
Task: Earn 20 hearts with Floette as your Buddy.
15 Galarian Slowpoke to Galarian Slowbro
Candy: 50 Slowpoke Candy
Task: Catch 30 Poison-type Pokémon while Galarian Slowpoke is your Buddy. During some events, this requirement might change to catching Psychic-type Pokémon instead.
16 Galarian Slowpoke to Galarian Slowking
Candy: 50 Slowpoke Candy
Task: Catch 30 Psychic-type Pokémon while Galarian Slowpoke is your Buddy.
17 Galarian Farfetch'd to Sirfetch'd
Candy: 50 Farfetch'd Candy
Task: Make 10 Excellent Throws while Galarian Farfetch'd is your buddy.
18 Hisuian Qwilfish to Overqwil
Candy: 50 Qwilfish Candy
Task: Win 10 raids while Hisuian Qwilfish is your Buddy. During some events, this might be reduced to just 1 raid.
19 Galarian Yamask to Runerigus
Candy: 50 Yamask Candy
Task: Win 10 raids while Galarian Yamask is your Buddy.
20 Primeape to Annihilape
Candy: 50 Mankey Candy
Task: Defeat 30 Ghost- or Psychic-type Pokémon in battle (Gym, PvP, or Team GO Rocket) while Primeape is your Buddy.
21 Bisharp to Kingambit
Candy: 50 Pawniard Candy
Task: Defeat 15 Dark- or Steel-type Pokémon in raids while Bisharp is your Buddy.
22 Poipole to Naganadel
Candy: 200 Poipole Candy
Task: Catch 20 Dragon-type Pokémon while Poipole is your Buddy.
23 Kubfu to Single Strike Style Urshifu or Rapid Strike Style Urshifu
Candy: 50 Kubfu Candy
Task for Single Strike Style: Defeat 30 Dark-type Pokémon in raids or Max Battles while Kubfu is your Buddy.
Task for Rapid Strike Style: Defeat 30 Water-type Pokémon in raids or Max Battles while Kubfu is your Buddy.
24 Charcadet to Armarouge
Candy: 50 Charcadet Candy
Task: Defeat 30 Psychic-type Pokémon in battle (Gym, PvP, or Team GO Rocket) while Charcadet is your Buddy.
25 Charcadet to Ceruledge
Candy: 50 Charcadet Candy
Task: Defeat 30 Ghost-type Pokémon in battle (Gym, PvP, or Team GO Rocket) while Charcadet is your Buddy.
How to Adventure with Pokémon: Guide to Evolve with Buddy
1 Choose the Right Buddy
Open your Pokémon’s page and set it as your active Buddy. Make sure you check its special evolution requirement first. Some need distance, some need Hearts, some have extra tasks.
2 Walk the Required Distance
If your Pokémon needs distance, turn on Adventure Sync and keep your Buddy on the map by feeding it Berries. This makes sure every step counts.

3 Earn Buddy Hearts if Needed
For Pokémon like Sylveon, you must earn a certain number of Hearts by playing, feeding, taking snapshots, battling together, and visiting new places.

4 Complete Any Extra Condition
Some Pokémon need a time of day (like Espeon or Umbreon) or extra tasks (like Pancham’s Dark-type catches or Spritzee’s Incense). Double-check and plan ahead.
5 Keep Your Buddy Active
Your Pokémon must still be your active Buddy when you evolve it. Swapping Buddies mid-way can pause your progress.
Tips to Speed Up Adventure Together Evolutions
Tips 1 Stick to One Pokémon at a Time
Switching slows you down. Pick one Buddy, finish its conditions, then move on.
Tips 2 TKeep Your Buddy on the Map
Feed your Buddy Berries so it stays on the map and earns distance as you walk.
Tips 3 Use Adventure Sync
Make sure Adventure Sync is turned on so you get credit for steps even when Pokémon GO is closed.
Tips 4 Combine Walking with Daily Tasks
Spin new PokéStops, hatch Eggs, and battle to make your walking feel less repetitive.
Tips 5 Use a Virtual Walking Tool
Simulate safe walking routes with an app like AnyTo to reach your km goal faster, perfect for Feebas and Eevee evolutions.
Bonus: Use AnyTo to Walk Buddy Faster
If you’re tired of pacing your neighborhood just to unlock Adventure Together to Evolve Pokémon, AnyTo is your shortcut.
AnyTo lets you simulate walking routes on a map, so your Buddy earns distance and Hearts without you taking endless steps. This works perfectly with Adventure Sync, letting you hatch Eggs, collect Candy, and finish special evolution tasks while staying home. Whether you need 10 km with Eevee or 20 km with Feebas, you can plan custom routes, adjust speed, and hit your goal days ahead of normal.

- Virtual Walk for Real Progress: No time to grind km? Plan routes on the map and bsimulate steps for Buddy evolutions.
- Finish Special Evolutions Faster: Complete Feebas or Sylveon requirements in hours, not weeks.
- Adventure Sync Compatible: Combine with Adventure Sync for fully tracked Buddy distance, even when Pokémon GO is closed.
- Safe and Easy to Use: No risky bans. Just plan, click, and your Buddy keeps moving.
Steps to use AnyTo:
Step 1: Download and install AnyTo. You can either download the PC version to change the location on your iOS/Android device via computer, or get the mobile app version to modify your location directly.
Step 2: Once installed, enter coordinates or a place name in the search bar and change your location with one click.

Step 3: You can also use the special game features to find nearby raids, Pokémon, PokéStops, and more.

FAQ
1.Why can’t I evolve my Buddy Pokémon?
Double-check that you’ve met all conditions: distance walked, Hearts earned, or any special tasks. Your Pokémon must still be your active Buddy when you evolve it.
2.Can I use Adventure Sync and GPS tools to walk faster?
Yes, Adventure Sync tracks steps even with the app closed, and apps like AnyTo can help simulate safe walking routes to reach km goals without endless real walking.
3.Do I have to keep my Buddy active while evolving?
Yes — for Pokémon like Eevee, Feebas, or Pancham, you must keep them as your active Buddy when you hit the requirements and when you tap evolve. If you switch Buddies too early, you may have to redo parts of the task.
4.Can I swap Buddies while walking for evolution?
You can switch Buddies and keep the distance you already walked, but for evolution, you still need to set that same Pokémon back as your active Buddy when you’re ready to evolve.
5.What happens if I walk extra km with my Buddy?
Extra distance does not carry over to other Pokémon. If you walk more than required, it just means you’ll earn more Buddy Candy, but the evolution unlocks once the set distance or Hearts goal is met.
Conclusion
The Adventure Together to Evolve mechanic adds an extra layer of bonding for Trainers and their Pokémon. Some of the strongest evolutions need more than just Candy. They also need time on the road (or your virtual route).
Focus on one Buddy at a time, meet the exact conditions, and if you want to skip the grind, let AnyTo handle the walking for you. Your next Sylveon, Milotic, or Umbreon will thank you!
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