Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. Now,…
During the Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out (Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024), Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon were added to the game. This mechanic is part of Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield) where Pokémon transform into “giant” versions of themselves or even new larger…
At the end of Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out, there’s a special global event that all Trainers can partake in. Not quite a GO Fest or Tour, the GO Wild Area event is pulling some inspiration from the Safari Zone, but with a spotlight on Electric- and Poison-type Pokémon….
Pokémon donning various hats and costumes in Pokémon GO for special events isn’t anything new. The mobile title has been around for 6 years which means there’s been plenty of costumed Pokémon released. We’re at the point where there’s even a dedicated Event Pokédex to keep track of which costumed…
Remember earlier this year when Pokémon Legends: Arceus was released, and then within the week something strange was happening in Pokémon GO? Yes, I don’t know what time is anymore either. Yet, back in February, when Niantic decided to randomly roll out Hisuian Voltorb and later Hisuian Electrode, it was…
A chilling presence is entering the battlefield today. The beloved Ice-type Eeveeluiton Glaceon is now available in Pokémon Unite for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. To celebrate the first character launch part of Pokémon Unite’s upcoming content roadmap and Battle Pass 9, a new spotlight for Sylveon showcasing the Pokémon…
What’s black and white with red eyes? Galarian Zigzagoon! They’ll be in the spotlight next month in Pokémon GO as August 2022 Community Day’s featured Pokémon. The final Community Day for this summer’s Season of GO was announced today by Niantic via the official Pokémon GO blog and…
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokémon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed…
You better start making some strategic moves because these Pikmin will only be available for the next 2 weeks — or rather a limited time just for now. Pikmin Bloom is adding “Chess Piece” Decor Pikmin to the application in honor of the upcoming International Chess Day. While the actual…
Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. Now,…
Starting in January 2018, Community Day is a monthly event in Pokémon GO that shines the spotlight on a particular Pokémon. For one day each month, a Pokémon selected by Niantic will have its spawn rate increased during a block of hours. Also, the Shiny appearance rate for the starring…
Raid Hour (also referred to as Legendary Raid Hour) started as an experiment in March 2019. Initially called Legendary Lunch Hour, Niantic set aside an hour on Wednesdays for Pokémon GO Trainers to find 5-Star (Legendary) Raids easier by increasing the appearance rates. After further testing, Raid Hour was renamed…
Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. Now,…
Since its launch last year, Pokémon GO’s developer Niantic has been updating its social walking application, Pikmin Bloom, with new monthly Decor Pikmin to collect and minor feature adjustments. With the latest update to the application, Niantic will finally be adding new features to the core experience to help flesh…
Prepare for fluorescent lights and neon gyroidite! This July, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp will once again brighten its skies in celebration of the summer season. Like last year, there will be plenty of events to partake in for campers wanting to expand their catalog of special seasonal items. The upcoming…
