Niantic is taking Pokémon GO to DreamHack Melbourne from April 26 to 28, in-person gameplay and giveaways will be available including event bonuses, new Field Research tasks and Timed Research – Me, You, and Pikachu!

Trainers,

We’re going to DreamHack Melbourne from April 26 to April 28, 2024! Come and visit us at Melbourne & Olympic Parks for exciting in-person gameplay and giveaways you won’t want to miss! Read on for a breakdown of everything that awaits.

Event Bonuses

• Lure Modules activated during the event will last for three hours. This does not include Golden Lures.
• Lure Modules have a chance of attracting Unown D.
• 2× Buddy Catch Assist chance.
• 1/2 Stardust cost for trades.

Field Research Task Rewards
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available!

The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks!

Hisuian Sneasel*
Furfrou*
Goomy*
Sandygast
Jangmo-o
Dubwool

*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!

Timed Research – Me, You, and Pikachu!
Event-themed Timed Research will be available throughout the event!
Complete the research tasks to earn Stardust, XP, Pikachu Candy, and an encounter with Pikachu wearing a red party hat.

We can’t wait to see you there!

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—The Pokémon GO team