Pokémon GO players, mark your calendars! Niantic has unveiled the Road to Unova event, a prelude to the highly anticipated GO Tour 2025, celebrating the Unova region. The event will begin on February 24 at 10 AM and run until March 1 at 10 AM local time, packed with thrilling activities, rare Pokémon encounters, and exclusive rewards.
Event Highlights
- In-Person Events: Trainers in Los Angeles, U.S., and New Taipei, Taiwan, can participate in on-site activities from February 21–23, including seasonal spawns, Unown encounters via Incense, and themed raids.
- Global Event: From March 1–2, the Pokémon GO Tour: Unova – Global will engage worldwide players with discounted trades, Unova-themed spawns, and eggs.
Key Details for Road to Unova
- New Pokémon: Shiny Meloetta makes its debut through Masterwork Research ($4.99 ticket required).
- Wild Encounters: Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott, and their intermediate evolutions (Servine, Pignite, Dewott).
- Egg Hatches (2 km): Roggenrola, Timburr, Karrablast, Shelmet, and Larvesta.
- Event Bonuses:
- Half Egg Hatch Distance during the event.
- Remote Raid Pass limit increased to 20 (February 24–28).
- Timed and Field Research: Unlock exclusive avatar items, stickers, and rewards.
- GO Tour Pass: Free version available; deluxe edition ($14.99) includes a Victini encounter.
Raid Schedule
One-Star Raids:
- Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott
Three-Star Raids:
- Druddigon
Five-Star Raids:
- February 24: Genesect (All Drives) with Techno Blast variants.
- February 25: Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion with Sacred Sword.
- February 26: Therian Forme Tornadus, Thundurus, and Landorus with unique Charged Attacks.
- February 27: Reshiram with Fusion Flare.
- February 28: Zekrom with Fusion Bolt.
Additional Tickets
- Raid-Focused Ticket: $4.99, boosts raid-related rewards.
- Hatch-Focused Ticket: $4.99, enhances Egg hatching bonuses.
Other Ongoing Events
- Legendary Flight: Ends February 9, featuring Dynamax Kantonian birds.
- Steeled Resolve: Introducing Corviknight, concludes February 26.
- Community Day Classic: January 25.
- Lunar New Year Event: January 29–February 2.
With shiny Meloetta’s debut, themed research tasks, and exclusive rewards, the Road to Unova promises excitement for both casual and dedicated trainers. Prepare your Poké Balls and gear up for this grand Unova celebration!
