Pokemon GO and MLB Collab Adds PokeStops and Gyms to Affiliated Ballparks

Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) Partner Up for In-Stadium Gameplay

A thrilling collaboration between Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) is bringing the excitement of Pokémon GO to select MLB ballparks. Starting May 9th, 2025, and running through September 7th, 2025, fans attending specific themed games will experience enhanced gameplay.

Exclusive In-Game Events and Rewards:

The partnership introduces officially branded PokéStops and Gyms to participating stadiums. Trainers attending these games can look forward to:

• Club-branded merchandise.
• Exclusive in-game avatar items.
• Timed Research tasks rewarding Pokémon encounters.
• Raid Battles with a chance to catch Pokémon featuring unique location backgrounds.

The initial lineup of participating teams and dates is available on the official Pokémon GO news website. While the collaboration has generated significant excitement, some fans have expressed hope for future expansion to include more MLB teams. Concerns have also been raised regarding potential strain on cellular data networks during these events.

Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles: Meet Your Favorite Influencers

The Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles event is adding another layer of excitement with planned meet-and-greets featuring popular Pokémon GO influencers. Announced on February 12th, 2025, ticket holders will have the opportunity to connect with their favorite community trainers.

Meet the Influencers:

Daily meet-and-greets (12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PST) will feature:

• AwesomeAdam
• PokeDaxi
• The Trainer Club
• JTGily
• ZoëTwoDots
• Keibron Gamer
• Landoralpha
• Couple of Gaming

The Pokémon GO team has also announced designated safe meetup locations for community gatherings, facilitated by Local Community Ambassadors, in response to recent wildfire concerns. Details on these locations and schedules are available on the Pokémon GO news website.