
A new Special Research line featuring an early-access encounter with a Genesect-this is Genesect’s first appearance in Pokémon GO!. Please note: In attempt to make this Special Research story event available and playable for as many Trainers globally as possible, we have extended this event.Ī ticket to this Special Research story event will grant you access to a unique experience! This event comes with the opportunity to access or earn the following. This Special Research story event will take place on Friday, March 20, 2020, at 8:00 a.m. You can purchase a ticket to gain access to this unique limited-time experience where you’ll complete a variety of tasks to earn an encounter with a Genesect! Genesect will also appear in EX Raids starting in April. The kicker? The damage seems to have been caused by attacks of a wide variety of types! Help him discover which Pokémon is behind them in this brand-new Special Research story event! This event doesn’t have a set location-if you have a ticket, you can take part wherever you can play Pokémon GO. Professor Willow has found a peculiar trail of damage that appears to have been created by a single Pokémon. One-star to four-star Raid Battles will feature various Bug- or Steel-type Pokémon.Ī Drive to Investigate-a Special Research story event. Karrablast and Shelmet will be hatching more often from 5 km Eggs. If you’re lucky, you might encounter or hatch a Shiny one! Nincada will be appearing in the wild and hatching from 5 km Eggs. You might see Pokémon such as Jigglypuff, Magnemite, Marill, Houndour, and Snorunt appearing more frequently in the wild. Normal-, Fire-, Water-, Electric-, and Ice-type Pokémon will be appearing more often in the wild.
local time, you can look forward to the following features. We’re prioritizing updates to Pokémon GO features and experiences that can be enjoyed in individual settings.įrom Friday, March 20, 2020, at 8:00 a.m. Players can stay tuned to our channels for updates.
Note: Events may vary in certain areas until further notice. Whether or not you have a ticket, you’ll be able to enjoy this weekend-long Genesect-themed event. Genesect, the Paleozoic Pokémon, will be making its Pokémon GO debut in a new Special Research story event-A Drive to Investigate! Remember the mysterious weekend event that was mentioned in the March events announcement? It’ll take place alongside the Special Research story event to aid you in your journey to study the mysterious Genesect.