Niantic has announced a new event for Pokémon GO. Read on below to learn more:
The Psychic Spectacular event is back!
Trainers,
If your memory is as good as Alakazam’s, then you may remember a past event all about Psychic-type Pokémon. Well, we’re pleased to announce that that same event—the Psychic Spectacular—will soon make a return!
Mega Alakazam will make its Pokémon GO debut in Mega Raids, the Mythical Pokémon Deoxys will be appearing in raids, and more! Read on for all the details.
Psychic Spectacular
Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, September 12, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Mega Alakazam appears!
Mega Alakazam will make its Pokémon GO debut in Mega Raids!
Featured attack
Psychic
- Trainer Battles: 90 Power and a chance to lower the opposing Pokémon’s Defense
- Gyms and raids: 90 Power
Wild encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild. Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Elgyem—if you’re lucky!
Raids
The following Pokémon will be appearing in raids.
Deoxys Raid Day
Sunday, September 11, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time
As part of the Psychic Spectacular event, we’re holding a special Raid Day to celebrate the Mythical Pokémon Deoxys! Deoxys will be appearing in Five-Star Raids in all of its forms—and if you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
- All forms of Deoxys appearing more frequently in raids
- Earn up to five additional daily Raid Passes by spinning Gyms
- An increased chance of encountering Shiny Deoxys
Eggs
The following Pokémon will hatch from 7km Eggs.
Field Research task encounters
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks.
Timed Research
Timed Research focused on Curveball Throws will be available throughout the event!
Complete the research to earn multiple encounters with Elgyem.
GO Battle League: Season of Light
Psychic Cup
- Pokémon must be at or below 1,500 CP to enter.
- Only Psychic-type Pokémon will be eligible.
The following Pokémon will not be allowed.
Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.
—The Pokémon GO team
Source: Official Pokémon GO blog
Source: Pokemon