Pokemon GO Announces Lunar New Year 2025 Event

Get Ready for the Pokémon GO Lunar New Year 2025 Celebration!

Niantic has announced the exciting details for the Pokémon GO Lunar New Year 2025 event, running from January 29th, 10:00 a.m. to February 2nd, 8:00 p.m. local time. This event promises a wealth of opportunities to boost your Pokémon collection and earn valuable rewards.

Increased Encounter Rates & Shiny Chances:

Prepare for heightened encounter rates for Ekans, Onix, Snivy, Darumaka, Dunsparce, Gyarados, and Dratini in the wild. The best part? Shiny versions of Ekans, Onix, and Snivy will be available! Additionally, 2km Eggs will feature Makuhita, Nosepass, Meditite, Duskull, and Skorupi.

Lucky Pokémon & Friends:

Boost your chances of acquiring Lucky Pokémon through trades, and increase your odds of becoming Lucky Friends. This presents a fantastic opportunity to strengthen your Pokémon bonds and potentially obtain powerful Lucky Pokémon.

Rewards Galore!

Complete Lunar New Year-themed Field Research and Timed Research tasks to earn Stardust, XP, and encounters with event Pokémon. Routes will also offer Zygarde Cells as rewards. For an enhanced experience, a $2 Paid Timed Research offers additional rewards, including two Lucky Eggs and an incubator, plus encounters with Ekans and Nosepass. Remember to claim all rewards before the event concludes!

Beyond the Basics:

Participate in the event-themed Collection Challenge for extra Stardust rewards, perfect for those who enjoy trading. Show off your Lunar New Year Pokémon in PokeStop Showcases for a chance to receive item bundles.

Don't Miss Out!

The Pokémon GO Lunar New Year 2025 event is a must-attend for trainers of all levels. With increased shiny rates, boosted Lucky Pokémon chances, and plentiful rewards from Field Research, Timed Research, and Routes, this event is packed with opportunities to level up your Pokémon GO journey. Mark your calendars and prepare for a celebratory event filled with festive Pokémon and exciting rewards!