Pokémon GO Launches ‘Pokémon Pokopia Celebration’ Event
In an exciting development for fans of the beloved mobile game, Pokémon GO is kicking off the Pokémon Pokopia Celebration event to commemorate the launch of Ditto’s adventure on the Nintendo Switch 2. This vibrant event is live now, but trainers are reminded to complete all tasks by 8 PM local time on March 16 to cash in on exclusive rewards.
Event Overview
The Pokémon Pokopia Celebration includes a range of activities, such as the Pokémon Pokopia Timed Research quest and two distinct Pokémon Pokopia Collection Challenges. Additionally, trainers will have the chance to enjoy enhanced bonuses and encounter two new costume variations of Ditto.
Timed Research Tasks and Rewards
The Pokémon Pokopia Timed Research quest is underway, and trainers must finish all tasks by 8 PM local time on March 16 to claim their rewards. Below is the structured task list:
- Tasks:
- Catch 25 Pokémon – 10 Ditto Candy
- Explore 1km – Pikachu encounter
- Spin 10 PokéStops or Gyms – 5 Great Balls
- Send 5 Gifts to friends – 3,000 Stardust
- Catch 50 Pokémon – Snorlax encounter
- Explore 2km – 10 Pinap Berries
- Spin 30 PokéStops or Gyms – 10 Rare Candy
- Complete 15 Field Research tasks – Tangrowth encounter
- Catch 75 Pokémon – Cap Ditto (Special Background) encounter
- Explore 3km – Hat Ditto (Special Background) encounter
Reward: 10,000 XP and 10 Pikachu Pokopia stickers.
Collection Challenges
Trainers are also encouraged to complete the following collection challenges before the impending deadline:
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Collection Challenge 1:
- Pokémon: Pikachu, Combee, Scyther, and others.
- Reward: Encounter with Cap Ditto (Special Background).
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Collection Challenge 2:
- Pokémon: Marill, Goomy, Hitmonchan, Sudowoodo, and others.
- Reward: Encounter with Hat Ditto (Special Background).
Exclusive Research Tasks
Several research tasks exclusive to the celebration event offer a variety of rewards:
- Catch 5 Pokémon – 3 Poké Balls, 3 Razz Berries, and 1,000 Stardust.
- Catch 10 Pokémon – Encounters with Hitmonchan and Sudowoodo.
- Catch a Ditto – 1 Rare Candy, and more.
Celebration Bonuses
The event comes with noteworthy bonuses, including:
- Double XP for spinning PokéStops.
- A tenfold XP boost for first-time spins.
- Increased chances of encountering shiny Sudowoodo and shiny Zorua.
- The introduction of new costume Pokémon: Hat Ditto and Cap Ditto.
Wild Pokémon and Raids
Wild encounters during the event will feature an increased spawn rate for notable Pokémon such as Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, and others. Additionally, trainers can engage in raids, featuring Pokémon like Lapras in three-star raids and Articuno in five-star raids (until March 11).
Merchandise and Stickers
To celebrate the Pokopia theme, trainers can purchase a unique Ditto Eye Mask from the in-game shop, available throughout the event and beyond. Pokopia-themed stickers can also be acquired by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, or completing the Timed Research tasks.
As the Pokémon Pokopia Celebration unfolds, trainers are encouraged to participate fully and enjoy all that this festive event has to offer. Happy catching!
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