In the game, the player can merge a Pokémon over to the pedometer wirelessly. Afterwards, each step the Pokémon will gain one experience point. After returning, the player can transmit the data back to the game. Transfers are all via infrared which is built into the cartridge and the Pokéwalker. First the player must transfer Pokémon he/she is willing to walk with to the PC in the game. Then you restart and pick the Pokéwalker from the start menu. It can be tricky to sync, but after going through the menu a few times, then the player will be able to do it. When the EXIT button comes up, the player must aim the Pokéwalker at the game cartridge about 2 inches apart and sync via holding the larger middle button for some time to get it to work. It will beep and make noises for feedback. When w