Niantic Unveils Exciting Details for Pokemon GO Lunar New Year 2025 Event
Get ready, Pokemon GO trainers! Niantic has officially announced the dates and exciting content for the Pokemon GO Lunar New Year 2025 event, set to kick off on January 29 and run through February 2. This event promises a thrilling opportunity for players to encounter Lucky Pokemon, Shiny Pokemon, and a host of other rewards, similar to the ongoing Fashion Week event. As Pokemon GO celebrates its ninth anniversary in 2025, the AR game continues to evolve with new events and updates, including the upcoming Pokemon GO Tour: Unova in Los Angeles and New Taipei City from February 21 to 23, and a global event in March.
Event Details and Schedule
The Lunar New Year event will span from Wednesday, January 29, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time. During this period, players can look forward to several bonuses that enhance their gameplay experience:
- An increased chance to get Lucky Pokemon in trades.
- A higher likelihood of becoming Lucky Friends, which boosts the odds of obtaining Lucky Pokemon.
- More frequent wild encounters with Ekans, Onix, Snivy, Darumaka, Dunsparce, Gyarados, and Dratini, with a heightened chance to find Shiny variants of these Pokemon.
- Makuhita, Nosepass, Meditite, Duskull, and Skorupi hatching from 2 km Eggs.
Research and Rewards
Players can dive into Lunar New Year-themed Field Research and Timed Research tasks, alongside Routes, to earn rewards such as Stardust, XP, Zygarde Cells, and encounters with event-themed Pokemon. Additionally, those eager for more can purchase the event-exclusive Paid Timed Research for just $2, which includes two Lucky Eggs, an incubator, and encounters with Ekans and Nosepass. Make sure to claim all your Field Research and Timed Research rewards before the event ends on February 2 at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Additional Event Features
Pokemon GO enthusiasts can also participate in PokeStop Showcases to flaunt their Lunar New Year Pokemon and earn additional rewards based on the showcase's results, including item bundles. Moreover, an event-themed Collection Challenge will be available, and completing it will grant extra Stardust for trading, making this event a must-attend for frequent traders.
As Pokemon GO continues to evolve and celebrate its milestones, the Lunar New Year 2025 event stands out as a fantastic opportunity for players to enrich their collections and enjoy the game's vibrant community. Don't miss out on this exciting event!
