With Pokémon GO’s level cap officially rising from 50 to 80, players will soon face one of the toughest progression challenges ever introduced to the game. This guide covers everything you need to know about the new leveling system, including a full list of rumored tasks, requirements, and what to expect as you climb from Level 71 to Level 80.
The update launches on October 15, 2025, marking the first major expansion of the leveling system since 2020.
Leveling System Overview
Pokémon GO’s leveling mechanics have always evolved alongside its community. Originally capped at Level 40, the limit was increased to Level 50 in 2020, with Level-Up Research tasks added to provide extra goals beyond XP grinding.
Now, Scopely’s new update pushes that boundary once more — extending the climb to Level 80. However, many of the newly discovered requirements appear to reuse earlier objectives, making the journey both familiar and daunting.
Level 71–80 Requirements
Below is the complete list of rumored Level-Up Research tasks for each level from 71 through 80. While not yet confirmed, these were allegedly datamined from the game’s code and shared by community researchers. If more news would appear about these rewards and they deemed to be incorrect, then we will change this.
Level 71
- Earn 15 Platinum Medals
- Power up Legendary or Mythical Pokémon 20 times
- Make 999 Nice Throws
- Catch 100 Pokémon in a single day
Level 72
- Earn 20 Platinum Medals
- Complete a route seven days in a row
- Use 200 Supereffective Charged Attacks
- Earn 1,000,000 Stardust
Level 73
- Earn 25 Platinum Medals
- Purify 100 Shadow Pokémon
- Power up three Pokémon to max CP
- Win 30 raids
Level 74
- Earn 30 Platinum Medals
- Level up a Max Move 20 times
- Explore 200 km
- Complete 250 Field Research Tasks
Level 75
- Earn 34 Platinum Medals
- Make 999 Great Throws
- Hatch 75 Eggs
- Send 500 Gifts to friends
Level 76
- Earn 38 Platinum Medals
- Defeat 100 Team GO Rocket Grunts
- Explore 300 km
- Catch 200 Pokémon in a single day
Level 77
- Earn 41 Platinum Medals
- Win 100 Max Battles
- Power up seven Pokémon to max CP
- Make 10 trades with Pokémon caught at least 300 km apart
Level 78
- Earn 44 Platinum Medals
- Earn 400 Hearts with Buddy Pokémon
- Explore 400 km
- Complete 500 Field Research Tasks
Level 79
- Earn 47 Platinum Medals
- Defeat 30 Team GO Rocket Leaders
- Obtain 50 Lucky Pokémon from trades
- Hatch 100 Eggs
Level 80
- Earn 50 Platinum Medals
- Win 80 Trainer Battles in the GO Battle League
- Make 999 Excellent Throws
- Win 80 Raids
Tips for Reaching Level 80
- Track Your Progress: Regularly check your medals and research stats to ensure you’re meeting requirements efficiently.
- Plan Your Raids and Trades: Save resources for key objectives like Lucky Pokémon and Legendary power-ups.
- Use Adventure Sync: The distance-based tasks (up to 400 km) will progress even while the app isn’t active.
- Combine Events and Challenges: Participate in seasonal or local events to complete multiple goals at once.
- Stay Consistent: Some challenges, such as “complete a route seven days in a row,” require daily commitment.
October 2025 Events
Two major Pokémon GO events coincide with the level cap update:
- Pokémon Legends: Z-A Celebration Event (October 16 at 10 AM local time) – Features special versions of Chikorita, Totodile, and Tepig.
- Festival of Lights (India) (October 18) – Introduces glowing Pokémon and two exclusive Pikachu variants.
Final Thoughts
The jump to Level 80 marks a new era of long-term goals for Pokémon GO players. While the requirements may feel repetitive for veteran trainers, they provide another reason to keep exploring, battling, and trading. Whether you plan to reach the cap or simply enjoy the events along the way, October’s update is bound to reshape the game’s progression for years to come.
