New Raids And Bonuses Await In Pokémon GO’s 8th Anniversary!

Pokémon GO's 8th Anniversary Extravaganza!

Get ready for a week-long celebration starting Friday, June 28th at 10:00 a.m. and running until Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.! Pokémon GO's anniversary is packed with exciting new Pokémon, boosted bonuses, and increased raid and trade rewards.

Here's a glimpse of the festivities:

New Pokémon and Shiny Encounters: Party hat-wearing Grimer and Muk will make their debut, with a chance to find a Shiny Grimer! Meltan is also returning in its shiny form, accessible via the Mystery Box during the event.

Friendship and Trading Boosts: Become Lucky Friends more easily and snag Lucky Pokémon in trades! Friendship levels will increase rapidly through Gift opening, trading, and battling. Plus, you might discover 8 or even 88 Gimmighoul Coins when using Golden Lure Modules on PokéStops.

Rotating Catch Bonuses: Enjoy these special bonuses throughout the event:

• June 28th-29th: Half Egg Hatch Distance.
• June 30th-July 1st: Double XP for catching Pokémon.
• July 2nd-3rd: Double Stardust for catches.

Raids and Research: One-star raids will feature the costumed Pokémon with heightened Shiny rates. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks for encounters with partner Pokémon like Bulbasaur, Cyndaquil, and Mudkip, and earn Mega Energy for Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise, Sceptile, Blaziken, and Swampert.

Paid Events and In-Game Store: Timed Research tasks and the Whispers in the Woods Masterwork Research will be available for purchase. Check the official website for details. Adorable stickers and a special Anniversary Box are also available in the Pokémon GO in-app store.

Don't miss out on this momentous occasion! Prepare for a week of exciting Pokémon GO adventures!