News Articles
Jul 31 2019
Pokémon GO Receives the Sport in Life Award!
Niantic announced that they have received the Sport in Life award from the Sports Agency, a subsidiary of Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
We learned of this inaugural nomination just around Pokémon GO’s third anniversary. This year’s celebrations have become all the more special from being honored by an organization like the Sports Agency—one that shares our mission and commitment to going outdoors, exploring the world, and striving for a healthier physical, mental, and social lifestyle.
Many Pokémon adventures start by asking “Why not?” before stepping out of our homes. Together we’ve taken galleries’ worth of GO snapshots, challenged Legendary Pokémon in raids with friends, completed tons of research for Professor Willow, and succeeded in two parts of the Global Challenge so far. We are incredibly proud and humbled to have been a part of this entire experience with you.
So thank you, Trainers, for playing Pokémon GO and attending our incredible live events around the globe! Your passion inspires us every day to create a unique experience that can be enjoyed by all.
Now it’s time to get out there and do what we do best. Let’s get up and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/sportinlifeaward2019/
Congratulations to Pokémon GO for receiving the Sport in Life award!
Trainers, We are thrilled to share that Pokémon GO has received the Sport in Life award from the Sports Agency, a subsidiary of Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology!We learned of this inaugural nomination just around Pokémon GO’s third anniversary. This year’s celebrations have become all the more special from being honored by an organization like the Sports Agency—one that shares our mission and commitment to going outdoors, exploring the world, and striving for a healthier physical, mental, and social lifestyle.
Many Pokémon adventures start by asking “Why not?” before stepping out of our homes. Together we’ve taken galleries’ worth of GO snapshots, challenged Legendary Pokémon in raids with friends, completed tons of research for Professor Willow, and succeeded in two parts of the Global Challenge so far. We are incredibly proud and humbled to have been a part of this entire experience with you.
So thank you, Trainers, for playing Pokémon GO and attending our incredible live events around the globe! Your passion inspires us every day to create a unique experience that can be enjoyed by all.
Now it’s time to get out there and do what we do best. Let’s get up and GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/sportinlifeaward2019/
Niantic has announced that Rayquaza will appear in five-star raids from Wednesday, July 31st, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Monday, September 2nd, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT with the possibility of it being a Shiny Rayquaza!
Date + Time
Features
This Dragon- and Flying-type Legendary Pokémon is weak to Ice-, Rock-, Dragon-, and Fairy-type attacks. In fact, Rayquaza has a quadruple weakness to Ice-type attacks, so be sure to have Pokémon with those attacks ready when going into battle!
May the winds of fortune blow in your favor. Let’s GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/shinyrayquazaraid
Rayquaza returns to raids with a radiant reveal!
Trainers, Rayquaza is said to have lived for hundreds of millions of years in the ozone layer, descending only to put the clash between Kyogre and Groudon to rest. Seeing as the Sea Basin Pokémon and the Continent Pokémon have both been active recently, it’s no surprise that this normally reclusive Pokémon has reappeared in their place!Date + Time
- Rayquaza will appear in five-star raids from Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Monday, September 2, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Features
- If your luck soars sky-high, you may encounter a Shiny Rayquaza!
This Dragon- and Flying-type Legendary Pokémon is weak to Ice-, Rock-, Dragon-, and Fairy-type attacks. In fact, Rayquaza has a quadruple weakness to Ice-type attacks, so be sure to have Pokémon with those attacks ready when going into battle!
May the winds of fortune blow in your favor. Let’s GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/shinyrayquazaraid
Jul 25 2019
Pokémon GO - Team GO Rocket invades Pokémon GO!
Niantic has announced that Team GO Rocket has invaded PokéStops in Pokémon GO and that Raids will feature Pokémon that are believe to be significant to Team GO Rocket.
1. Encounter Team GO Rocket — Spark and Professor Willow have observed Team GO Rocket members hanging out at discolored PokéStops. It appears they’re after the PokéStops’ resources!
2. Battle Team GO Rocket — Once you begin the encounter with a Team GO Rocket Grunt, they’ll challenge you to a battle. We’re counting on you to accept their challenge and defeat them!
3. Catch the Shadow Pokémon — After a successful battle, you’ll have an opportunity to catch a Shadow Pokémon that Team GO Rocket carelessly abandoned. Candela and Professor Willow discovered that these Pokémon look unusual and behave strangely because Team GO Rocket tried to make them stronger through unnatural means. After additional research, Professor Willow has also found that Shadow Pokémon can’t be traded away by the Trainer who rescued them unless they’re Purified first!
4. Purify the Shadow Pokémon — Thanks to all your research, Blanche and Professor Willow have discovered a process called Purification. Not only does Purification help Shadow Pokémon return to a more normal state, but Purified Pokémon can also become stronger than their normal counterparts due to the gratitude they feel toward the Trainer who saved them!
We’ll need as many courageous Trainers as possible to help defeat Team GO Rocket Grunts. Keep an eye out, Trainers! It’s time to give everything we’ve got and put an end to Team GO Rocket's evil plans!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/teamgorocket-invasion-2019/
Date + Time
Features
Our information is incomplete, and investigations into this phenomenon are ongoing, so be on the lookout for other surprises!
We hope these are the last of the disruptions we’ll see from Team GO Rocket...
In the meantime, Trainers, keep exploring the world around you, and let us know what you discover.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/teamgorocketdisruption2019/
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUFMnmChNgw
Team GO Rocket invades Pokémon GO!
Trainers! The world of Pokémon GO is in peril. An organization called Team GO Rocket has invaded PokéStops and is in possession of Shadow Pokémon that behave strangely and seem to be in pain. Team GO Rocket is clearly up to no good, and we need your help! Professor Willow and the team leaders have been hard at work observing and researching these happenings with Team GO Rocket, and they’ve come up with a plan to restore the PokéStops and rescue the Shadow Pokémon!1. Encounter Team GO Rocket — Spark and Professor Willow have observed Team GO Rocket members hanging out at discolored PokéStops. It appears they’re after the PokéStops’ resources!
2. Battle Team GO Rocket — Once you begin the encounter with a Team GO Rocket Grunt, they’ll challenge you to a battle. We’re counting on you to accept their challenge and defeat them!
3. Catch the Shadow Pokémon — After a successful battle, you’ll have an opportunity to catch a Shadow Pokémon that Team GO Rocket carelessly abandoned. Candela and Professor Willow discovered that these Pokémon look unusual and behave strangely because Team GO Rocket tried to make them stronger through unnatural means. After additional research, Professor Willow has also found that Shadow Pokémon can’t be traded away by the Trainer who rescued them unless they’re Purified first!
4. Purify the Shadow Pokémon — Thanks to all your research, Blanche and Professor Willow have discovered a process called Purification. Not only does Purification help Shadow Pokémon return to a more normal state, but Purified Pokémon can also become stronger than their normal counterparts due to the gratitude they feel toward the Trainer who saved them!
We’ll need as many courageous Trainers as possible to help defeat Team GO Rocket Grunts. Keep an eye out, Trainers! It’s time to give everything we’ve got and put an end to Team GO Rocket's evil plans!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/teamgorocket-invasion-2019/
Team GO Rocket has disrupted Pokémon habitats!
Trainers, Team GO Rocket’s arrival seems to have disrupted Pokémon habitats! We have yet to understand why these Pokémon in particular are suddenly appearing more frequently. Perhaps they have some special significance wherever Team GO Rocket came from?Date + Time
- Thursday, July 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Thursday, August 1, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Features
- Oddly specific Shiny Pokémon have started appearing! Our research has found that if you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny Ekans or Shiny Koffing in the wild, in raids, or in Eggs!
- The following Pokémon will hatch more frequently from Eggs: Rattata, Ekans, Sandshrew, Zubat, Meowth, Machop, Magnemite, Grimer, Gastly, Drowzee, Cubone, Koffing, Murkrow, Sneasel, Houndour, and Poochyena.
- Raids will feature Pokémon that we believe are significant to Team GO Rocket.
Our information is incomplete, and investigations into this phenomenon are ongoing, so be on the lookout for other surprises!
We hope these are the last of the disruptions we’ll see from Team GO Rocket...
In the meantime, Trainers, keep exploring the world around you, and let us know what you discover.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/teamgorocketdisruption2019/
YouTube Clip - Team GO Rocket invades Pokémon GO!
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUFMnmChNgw
Jul 24 2019
19th Pokémon GO Community Day - Ralts
Niantic have announced the details for the 19th Pokémon GO Community Day which takes place on August 3rd, 2019 at 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM EST. The featured Pokémon for this day is Ralts. Ralts will appear in the wild more frequently for three hours that day. During this event, if you evolve a Kirlia into Gardevoir or Gallade, it will know the move Synchronoise, which is exclusive to this event.The 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance and 3-hour Lures bonuses will also be available that day.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/events/community-day/
Jul 15 2019
Pokémon GO - One Piece Kumamoto Revival Project
Niantic has announced that they will be supporting the One Piece Kumamoto Revival Project which manga artist Eiichiro Oda is involved with. The 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes were a series of earthquakes, including a magnitude 7.0 mainshock, which severely damaged Kumamoto and Ōita prefectures in Japan. To promote the ONE PIECE Kumamoto Revival Project, there will be a few promotions in Pokémon GO.
On July 22nd, 2019, ONE PIECE will celebrate its 22nd anniversary and Pokémon GO will celebrate its 3rd anniversary since its launch in Japan. In commemoration of this collaboration, Pikachu wearing a red ribbon straw hat will appear for a limited time all over the world and a red ribbon straw hat will be available as an outfit for trainers from July 22nd, 2019 until July 29th, 2019.
"ONE PIECE Kumamoto Revival Project" https://op-kumamoto.com/
Sources: https://pokemongolive.com/ja/post/strawhat/ and http://www.pref.kumamoto.jp/kiji_28503.html
Straw Hat Pikachu Arrives in Pokémon GO from July 22 through July 29
Trainer, If you enjoy collecting Pikachu wearing amusing hats in Pokémon GO, there’s still one piece to that puzzle that you need. Luckily, the latest in the grand line of behatted Pikachu is arriving soon in the form of Straw Hat Pikachu!From July 22, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. through July 29, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. local time, this special Pikachu will appear in the wild, giving Trainers plenty of chances to add it to their crew. Pikachu’s kicky straw hat is perfect for keeping the burning sun at bay during these sunny summer months. If you want to coordinate your avatar’s outfit with Pikachu, there will be a matching straw hat available in the Style Shop.
You’re sure to treasure this new addition to your team, so don’t miss out—get ready to head out on another grand Pokémon GO adventure!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/strawhat/
Niantic has officially confirmed that from July 10th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. PDT to July 31, 2019 at 1 p.m. PDT, players of Pokémon GO will be able challenge Armored Mewtwo in raids.
Date + Time
• Armored Mewtwo will appear in five-star raids from July 10 at 1:00 p.m. PDT to July 31 at 1 p.m. PDT
Features
• For the first time in Pokémon GO, Armored Mewtwo will be available to challenge in raids for a limited time!
Avatar Items
• Do you consider yourself a Mewtwo Trainer? Show off your prowess for power and aesthetics with some stylish new items coming to the Style Shop!
Don’t miss this chance to encounter Armored Mewtwo. Are you up for the challenge?
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/armoredmewtworaids2019/
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7nbsoa9PNk
Harness the power of Armored Mewtwo!
Trainers, Mewtwo returns...with a new look. For a limited time, you can encounter this Psychic-type Pokémon in five-star raids.Date + Time
• Armored Mewtwo will appear in five-star raids from July 10 at 1:00 p.m. PDT to July 31 at 1 p.m. PDT
Features
• For the first time in Pokémon GO, Armored Mewtwo will be available to challenge in raids for a limited time!
Avatar Items
• Do you consider yourself a Mewtwo Trainer? Show off your prowess for power and aesthetics with some stylish new items coming to the Style Shop!
Don’t miss this chance to encounter Armored Mewtwo. Are you up for the challenge?
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/armoredmewtworaids2019/
YouTube Clip - Armored Mewtwo Appears in Pokémon GO Raid Battles for a Limited Time!
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7nbsoa9PNk
Jun 27 2019
Pokémon GO Third Anniversary
Pokémon GO is celebrating the games 3rd anniversary with new features and events from June 28th, 2019 through September 2nd, 2019.
To commemorate this incredible milestone, you can look forward to these exciting features!
New features starting on June 28 at 1 p.m. PDT
From June 28, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT to July 6, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT
From June 28, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT to September 2, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT
Remember, Trainers: play more with your friends this summer to get the most out of raids and trading! We couldn’t have reached this epic milestone without you all. Thank you, Trainers, for your continued passion for Pokémon GO and for joining us on this amazing adventure. In the words of our favorite professor, “Let’s GO!”
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/birthday2019
Happy third anniversary, Pokémon GO!
Trainers, They say third time’s the charm. Pokémon journeys begin with a choice between three Pokémon. Your journey in Pokémon GO involved joining one of three teams. Today, we celebrate the third anniversary of Pokémon GO’s release! Throughout this incredible journey, we’ve made countless memories along the way.To commemorate this incredible milestone, you can look forward to these exciting features!
New features starting on June 28 at 1 p.m. PDT
- Shiny Alolan Pokémon — You’ll have a chance of encountering the following Shiny Alolan Pokémon: Rattata, Sandshrew, Vulpix, Diglett, Meowth, Geodude, Grimer, and Exeggutor.
- Team leader avatar items — Avatar items featuring the team leaders’ personal styles will be available in the Style Shop.
From June 28, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT to July 6, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT
- A familiar face returns to the party! — Once per day, you might have the chance to encounter a Pikachu wearing a party hat when you take a GO Snapshot photo! Pichu wearing a party hat will also be available to hatch from 7 km eggs.
From June 28, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT to September 2, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT
- Jump-Start Research — Looking to get up to speed with your research? Do you have a friend who wants to play but feels they’ve missed out on too much in Pokémon GO? Don’t worry! Trainers can complete new Special Research for helpful rewards that will jump-start their new or continuing adventures. This Special Research is only available this summer for players at level 10 or higher, so be sure to let your friends know about this opportunity to join in and get special rewards.
- Raid bonuses — Take down Raid Bosses faster and earn extra bonus Premier Balls to catch them with when you raid with friends.
- Decreased Stardust costs for trading — Trading Pokémon will cost ¼ less Stardust.
Remember, Trainers: play more with your friends this summer to get the most out of raids and trading! We couldn’t have reached this epic milestone without you all. Thank you, Trainers, for your continued passion for Pokémon GO and for joining us on this amazing adventure. In the words of our favorite professor, “Let’s GO!”
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/birthday2019
Jun 26 2019
18th Pokémon GO Community Day - Mudkip
Niantic have announced the details for the 18th Pokémon GO Community Day which takes place on July 21st, 2019 at 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM EST. The featured Pokémon for this day is Mudkip. Mudkip will appear in the wild more frequently for three hours that day. If you evolve Marshtomp into Swampert during the three hour window, your Swampert will know the charge move, Hydro Cannon. The 3x Catch XP and 3-hour Lures bonuses will also be available that day.
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/events/community-day/
Mudkip Promo Clip
Original Source: https://twitter.com/PokemonGoApp/status/1143929848173215744
Niantic has announced that from July 1st, 2019 until September 1st, 2019, Latias, Latios, Kyogre and Groudon will be available as Research Breakthrough encounters. Spinda with a new pattern will be available in Field Research and players can also encounter Shiny Spinda.
Field Research Updates
EX Raid Updates
Are you new to EX Raids? You can become eligible to receive an EX Raid Pass when you win a Raid Battle at a qualifying Gym! To see whether a Gym can host EX Raids, take a look at the Gym’s details. If you triumph in a qualifying Raid Battle and receive an invitation to an EX Raid, you can check your EX Raid Pass for the date and time when you’ll be able to challenge Speed Forme Deoxys.
Let’s GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/junejulyaugustupdate2019/
Research Breakthrough, new Spinda form, and EX Raid updates!
Trainers, We’re excited to share a few changes to Field Research rewards and EX Raids in the coming weeks!Field Research Updates
- From July 1, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7) to September 1, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7), Latias, Latios, Kyogre, and Groudon will be available as Research Breakthrough encounters.
- Spinda sporting a new pattern will be available in Field Research, and if you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
EX Raid Updates
- Starting on June 23, 2019, at 8 a.m. PDT, Trainers who receive EX Raid Passes will encounter Speed Forme Deoxys in EX Raids!
Are you new to EX Raids? You can become eligible to receive an EX Raid Pass when you win a Raid Battle at a qualifying Gym! To see whether a Gym can host EX Raids, take a look at the Gym’s details. If you triumph in a qualifying Raid Battle and receive an invitation to an EX Raid, you can check your EX Raid Pass for the date and time when you’ll be able to challenge Speed Forme Deoxys.
Let’s GO!
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/junejulyaugustupdate2019/
Niantic posted a followup and statistics for the Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago which took place on Saturday, June 15th, 2019. Trainers walked more than 290,000 kilometers, caught 15,000,000 Pokémon, and made 213,000 new friends.
Despite a brief interruption in play due to weather changes on Saturday, our Trainers showed their commitment no matter what the weather! They walked more than 290,000 kilometers, caught 15,000,000 Pokémon, and made 213,000 new friends. We want to thank all of the passionate Trainers in Chicago and around the world who helped kick off our adventures this season and made this one of the most memorable Pokémon GO Fests yet!
Here are just a few of the highlights from this week’s activities.
Pokémon GO Fest 2019 - Chicago Special Research
As Trainers began their Pokémon journey through the park, Professor Willow greeted them and asked to join forces to investigate a very mysterious situation. Their first Special Research tasks were to spin seven PokéStops, send three gifts, and make three new friends. In an urban park stretching 319 acres large and full of players from around the globe, it was amazing seeing Trainers come together to complete their assignment from the professor.
After completing research tasks that included catching unique Pokémon of multiple types, attendees returned lost Pokémon to their natural habitats by taking a GO Snapshot of them. Trainers encountered Jirachi and had an opportunity to catch it for the first time in Pokémon GO history!
Battles, Autographs, Trades!
In the north part of Grant Park, past the Winter Forest and across from the Spooky Woods, sat the Battle Arena—an expansive space for attendees to lock eyes and engage in friendly Trainer Battles. Attendees from around the globe entered 16-player tournaments throughout the day to win exclusive Pokémon GO Fest prizes at various rounds. All rounds were played with the Great League ruleset. The competition was fierce, but our players impressed us with their battle prowess!
Across the field, attendees had the opportunity to meet Trainer Tips, MYSTIC7, REVERSAL, PkmnMaster Holly, and ZoëTwoDots! Attendees with tickets were able to attend daily signings where they could meet, chat with, and get an autograph from these content creators.
Located at the southern part of the park was the Trading Outpost, where attendees were able to conduct up to 5 Special Trades on their event day! Thousands of Trainers from around the world were given customizable Trading Outpost paddles which they used to show which Pokémon they wanted and which they had to trade. Many happy players left with a few more spots filled in their Pokédex.
Global Challenge
Congratulations to all Trainers who took part in the first part of the Global Challenge! Pokémon GO Fest Chicago attendees and players around the world alike worked hard throughout the four-day event and successfully completed Spark’s Candy Research Challenge. Spark hasn’t been able to contain his excitement all weekend and is whooping and hollering with joy as we type this update.
He wants us to let you all know that he says, “I’m electrified! Thank you, Trainers, for all of your hard work. I knew we could do it! Please keep up the same energy for Candela and Blanche’s challenges too! WOOHOO!”
Look forward to the following bonuses to be active from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT:
In addition to those bonuses, Raikou will be available in raids on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m local time. Players will receive up to 5 free Raid Passes during the event. If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Raikou!
Thank you, Trainers.
We couldn’t have done this without you. This was our biggest Pokémon GO Fest yet and we hope you had just as an amazing time as we did! Please look forward to Pokémon GO Fest in Dortmund and Yokohama and be prepared to tackle Candela and Blanche’s challenges. They’re depending on you! Get ready for some more fun times ahead and we hope you have fun participating in Raikou Raid Day.
Oh...and one more thing…
Did you all see these folks hiding in the shadows, or was it just us?
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/gofest-chicago-2019/
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc8_dJV6e-o
Summer Adventures Begin at Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago!
Trainers, Thank you for another incredible experience in Chicago! Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago, the first-ever four-day Pokémon GO Fest event, was truly bigger and better than ever. With more than 60,000 attendees over the course of the event and 287,000 Trainers playing in the surrounding Chicago area, it was incredible to see players from all walks of life come together for a weekend of fun and adventure. Meanwhile, tens of millions of passionate Trainers across the globe teamed up to complete Team Instinct Leader Spark’s assignment of Professor Willow’s Global Challenge to unlock Candy rewards around the world!Despite a brief interruption in play due to weather changes on Saturday, our Trainers showed their commitment no matter what the weather! They walked more than 290,000 kilometers, caught 15,000,000 Pokémon, and made 213,000 new friends. We want to thank all of the passionate Trainers in Chicago and around the world who helped kick off our adventures this season and made this one of the most memorable Pokémon GO Fests yet!
Here are just a few of the highlights from this week’s activities.
Pokémon GO Fest 2019 - Chicago Special Research
As Trainers began their Pokémon journey through the park, Professor Willow greeted them and asked to join forces to investigate a very mysterious situation. Their first Special Research tasks were to spin seven PokéStops, send three gifts, and make three new friends. In an urban park stretching 319 acres large and full of players from around the globe, it was amazing seeing Trainers come together to complete their assignment from the professor.
After completing research tasks that included catching unique Pokémon of multiple types, attendees returned lost Pokémon to their natural habitats by taking a GO Snapshot of them. Trainers encountered Jirachi and had an opportunity to catch it for the first time in Pokémon GO history!
Battles, Autographs, Trades!
In the north part of Grant Park, past the Winter Forest and across from the Spooky Woods, sat the Battle Arena—an expansive space for attendees to lock eyes and engage in friendly Trainer Battles. Attendees from around the globe entered 16-player tournaments throughout the day to win exclusive Pokémon GO Fest prizes at various rounds. All rounds were played with the Great League ruleset. The competition was fierce, but our players impressed us with their battle prowess!
Across the field, attendees had the opportunity to meet Trainer Tips, MYSTIC7, REVERSAL, PkmnMaster Holly, and ZoëTwoDots! Attendees with tickets were able to attend daily signings where they could meet, chat with, and get an autograph from these content creators.
Located at the southern part of the park was the Trading Outpost, where attendees were able to conduct up to 5 Special Trades on their event day! Thousands of Trainers from around the world were given customizable Trading Outpost paddles which they used to show which Pokémon they wanted and which they had to trade. Many happy players left with a few more spots filled in their Pokédex.
Global Challenge
Congratulations to all Trainers who took part in the first part of the Global Challenge! Pokémon GO Fest Chicago attendees and players around the world alike worked hard throughout the four-day event and successfully completed Spark’s Candy Research Challenge. Spark hasn’t been able to contain his excitement all weekend and is whooping and hollering with joy as we type this update.
He wants us to let you all know that he says, “I’m electrified! Thank you, Trainers, for all of your hard work. I knew we could do it! Please keep up the same energy for Candela and Blanche’s challenges too! WOOHOO!”
Look forward to the following bonuses to be active from Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 1 p.m. until Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT:
- 2× Catch Candy
- Guaranteed 1 Rare Candy per raid
- 1/2 Hatch Distance
- 2× Hatch Candy
In addition to those bonuses, Raikou will be available in raids on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m local time. Players will receive up to 5 free Raid Passes during the event. If you’re lucky, you might encounter Shiny Raikou!
Thank you, Trainers.
We couldn’t have done this without you. This was our biggest Pokémon GO Fest yet and we hope you had just as an amazing time as we did! Please look forward to Pokémon GO Fest in Dortmund and Yokohama and be prepared to tackle Candela and Blanche’s challenges. They’re depending on you! Get ready for some more fun times ahead and we hope you have fun participating in Raikou Raid Day.
Oh...and one more thing…
Did you all see these folks hiding in the shadows, or was it just us?
Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/gofest-chicago-2019/
YouTube Clip - Pokémon GO Fest 2019 Chicago
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc8_dJV6e-o
