Pokémon GO - Trainers can now Add Friends Directly from their Device’s Contacts List
Niantic has announced a new feature for Pokémon GO that allows players to add friends directly from their device’s contacts list. Players must enable permissions to allow this feature to work. Trainers can now add friends directly from their device’s contacts list! Trainers, You can now add ...
Pokémon GO Fest 2021 - Ultra Unlock Part 3 - Zacian and Zamazenta
Niantic has announced the details for the Pokémon GO Fest 2021 Ultra Unlock Part 3. The Ultra Unlock will feature the Pokémon GO debuts of two Legendary Pokémon from the Galar region, Zacian and Zamazenta. Ultra Unlock Part 3 will be all about the Galar region! Trainers, Hoopa’s mischief fro...
Niantic Ends the COVID Interaction Distance in Pokémon GO
As announced on July 21st, 2021, Pokémon GO players around the world are now reporting that the PokéStop and Gym interaction distances that were increased for safety reasons have now been reverted to their original distance. The distance is now a radius of 40 meters, which is very unsafe interac...
Pokémon GO - August 2021 Events - Ultra Unlock and more!
Niantic has announced the details for the events that will take place in Pokémon GO throughout August 2021. Coming in August: Ultra Unlock and more! Trainers, With Pokémon GO Fest 2021 now behind us, it’s time to look ahead to all the Ultra Unlock bonuses you’ve earned, along with other fun ...
Pokémon GO - August 2021 Community Day - Eevee
Niantic has announced that the August 2021 Community Day will take place on Saturday, August 14th, 2021, and Sunday, August 15th, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time on each day. The featured Pokémon will be Eevee and if you evolve Eevee into any of its Evolutions from Friday, August 13t...
Pokémon GO Fest 2021 - Ultra Unlock Part 1: Time and Ultra Unlock Part 2: Space!
Niantic has announced that all 24 challenges in the Global Challenge Arena during Pokémon GO Fest 2021 were completed and the details for the Ultra Unlock Part 1: Time and Ultra Unlock Part 2: Space have been revealed. Prepare for Ultra Unlock Part 1: Time and Ultra Unlock Part 2: Space! Tra...
Pokémon GO Fest 2021- Get three months of YouTube Premium on us!
Google and Niantic have announced the details for the three months of YouTube Premium promotion as part of Google Play’s sponsorship of Pokémon GO Fest 2021. Note: At the end of the trial period, you will be automatically charged the standard subscription price, currently $11.99USD. Get thre...
Pokémon GO - Android Version 0.213 / iOS version 1.179 - Release Notes
Niantic has posted the official patch notes for Pokémon GO Android Version 0.213.0 and iOS Version 1.179.0 which were released on June 29th, 2021 and June 30th, 2021. The patch includes many bug fixes. Android Version 0.213 / iOS version 1.179 - Release Notes Note: For Apple Users, this rele...
Pokémon GO Fest 2021 - Exclusives from Google Play!
Niantic has announced that Google Play is an official sponsor of Pokémon GO Fest 2021 and that Trainers using Android devices will be eligible for a special Sponsored Gift on Day 1 of Pokémon GO Fest 2021 on July 17th, 2021. This bundle will include one Incense, one Super Incubator, and 30 Ultra Bal...
Pokémon GO - Happy 5th Anniversary
Niantic is celebrating the 5th anniversary of Pokémon GO with a special celebration event featuring Flying Pikachu with a 5-shaped balloon, Darumaka, and more from Tuesday, July 6th, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, July 15th, 2021, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Happy fifth anniversary, Pokémon GO...
Pokémon GO - France / Italy - The Family of Trainers / Discovery is everywhere!
Niantic has announced an exclusive event for Trainers in France and Italy from July 2nd, 2021 to August 8th, 2021 where players can receive sponsored friendship packs. Italy - We want to celebrate our Trainer Family with a Special Regional Event Trainers, For the past five years, Pokémon GO ...
Pokémon GO Fest 2021 - Real-world Celebration in 20 Cities Worldwide
Niantic has announced that on Saturday, July 17th, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time, 20 cities will hold real-world Pokémon GO Fest celebration. Players wishing to attend the real-world festivities must register. Pokémon GO Fest 2021 might be coming to a city near you! Trainers,...
Pokémon GO - July 2021 Events
Niantic has announced the events that will take place in Pokémon GO throughout July 2021. The events are highlighted by Bidoof Day on July 1st, 2021 to celebrate Canada Day and the Pokémon GO Fest 2021 on July 17th, 2021 and July 18th, 2021. Coming in July: Pokémon GO Fest 2021 and more! Tra...
Pokémon GO - More Bidoof incoming...
To celebrate Canada Day on July 1st, 2021, more Bidoof are incoming in Pokémon GO. Bidoof will be appearing in the wild at an incredibly high rate that day and a 4× Catch XP will be active during the event. More Bidoof incoming... Trainers, Bidoof! Bidoof! Bidoof doof doof. Bidoof...Bidoof! ...
Pokémon GO Fest 2021: Raid Day - Sunday, July 18th, 2021
Niantic has announced the details for Pokémon GO Fest 2021: Raid Day which takes place on Sunday, July 18th, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time. Every Legendary Pokémon discovered in Pokémon GO so far will be appearing in five-star raids during Pokémon GO Fest 2021! Pokémon GO Fest...
Pokémon GO - Together We Raid: A Summer of Updates in Celebration of Raid Battles
Niantic has announced some changes to Raids in Pokémon GO that will be impleted in the summer of 2021 including: Trainer Achievements, Art and user experience updates as well as various quality-of-life updates. Together We Raid: A Summer of Updates in Celebration of Raid Battles Trainers, Ev...
Pokémon GO - Exploration Bonus Updates Coming to Pokémon GO
Niantic has announced that the COVID-19 bonuses that were implemented 15 months ago for Pokémon GO are coming to an end. There will be new exploration bonuses replacing them though. Exploration Bonus Updates Coming to Pokémon GO Trainers, One of the delights of Pokémon GO is finding Pokémon ...
Pokémon GO - July 2021 Community Day - Tepig
Niantic has announced that Tepig will be the July 2021 Community Day Pokémon and the event will take place on Saturday, July 3rd, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time. Get fired up for Tepig Community Day! Trainers, We’re excited to announce that Tepig, the Fire Pig Pokémon, will be...
Pokémon GO - Shiny Corsola is appearing for the first time!
A special Pikachu wearing an Okinawan kariyushi shirt will be appearing in Pokémon GO starting July 22nd, 2021. Shiny Corsola will also be appearing in Pokémon GO for the first time starting July 22nd, 2021. Shiny Corsola is appearing for the first time in Pokémon GO! Trainers, The Pokémon C...
Pokémon GO - Updated Homepage, Upcoming in-game updates, Real-time Sky Mechanic
Niantic has announced that a real-time sky mechanic that mimics a player’s sky light based on their geographical location will be added to Pokémon GO later in the summer of 2021. Also, additional Pokédex classifications to keep track of different Pokémon variants and attributes will be added. ...
