Niantic is continuing to announce new events and content for Pokémon GO. Read on below to learn more:
Ultra Space wonders arrive with the Pokémon GO debuts of Naganadel, Stakataka, and Blacephalon!
Ultra Space Wonders
Thursday, May 23, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Stakataka Emerges!
Stakataka, the Rampart Pokémon, will make its Pokémon GO debut in five-star raids in the Eastern Hemisphere!
Blacephalon Emerges!
Blacephalon, the Fireworks Pokémon, will make its Pokémon GO debut in five-star raids in the Western Hemisphere!
Event Bonus
- 2× XP for winning Ultra Beast Raid Battles.
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 Mareanie—if you’re lucky!
Ekans*
Zubat*
Tentacool*
Koffing*
Stunky*
Croagunk*
Trubbish*
Skrelp*
Mareanie*
Some Trainers might even encounter the following!
Dratini*
Raids
The following Pokémon will appear in raids.
One-Star Raids
Paldean Wooper*
Hisuian Qwilfish*
Hisuian Sneasel*
Bagon*
Deino*
Three-Star Raids
Galarian Weezing*
Druddigon*
Turtonator*
Five-Star Raids
Stakataka (Eastern Hemisphere)
Blacephalon (Western Hemisphere)
Mega Raids
Mega Pidgeot*
Field Research Task Encounters
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available!
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks!
Nidoran♀*
Nidoran♂*
Trubbish*
Mareanie*
Some Trainers might even encounter the following!
Goomy*
Jangmo-o
World of Wonders Special Research
The final part of the Seasonal Special Research will be available to all Trainers beginning at the start of this event.
Trainers can complete tasks to earn XP, Rare Candy, Mysterious Components, encounters with event-themed Pokémon, and Poipole Candy!
Paid Timed Research
For US$5.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive Timed Research.
Timed Research rewards include the following.
- Four Premium Battle Passes, one Lucky Egg, and more!
- Encounters with Mareanie
- Naganadel Wings avatar item
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Pokémon GO Web Store – Ultra Raid Box
There will be an ultra-exciting box available on the Pokémon GO Web Store during the event! This Ultra Raid Box will feature 25 Premium Battle Passes, 3 Remote Raid Passes, and 10 Rare Candies for US$19.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency). If this is your first purchase on the web store, you can get 15% off on your purchase!
Now all users can enjoy the web store! Trainers with Pokémon Trainer Club (PTC) accounts will now be able to log in to the Pokémon GO Web Store with the same credentials used to log in to Pokémon GO. So make sure to check out all the web store deals today!
Collection Challenges
Event-themed Collection Challenges are coming!
Complete the Collection Challenges to receive XP and encounters with Mareanie.
New Avatar Items
The following avatar item will be available to purchase in the in-game shop during this event and will continue to be available after the event ends!
Naganadel Jacket
Naganadel Pants
PokéStop Showcases
Be on the lookout for Showcases at different PokéStops where you can enter event-themed Pokémon!
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
Stone cold and ready to strike! 🪨💥Stakataka makes its debut in the Eastern Hemisphere! #PokemonGO
Source: Official Pokémon GO blog
Source: Pokemon
