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Emboar with the Mightiest Mark has returned to black crystal Tera Raid Battles! You can try catching Emboar from Friday, April 10, 2026, at 00:00 UTC to Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 23:59 UTC. The Emboar appearing during this event has Electric as its Tera Type. Be prepared—this Pokémon is a formidable foe, and it’s got the Mightiest Mark to prove it!
Shadow Entei will appear more frequently in five-star Shadow Raids during the Shadow Entei Raid Day on May 2, 2026. Trainers can receive up to five additional free Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs and enjoy an increased chance of encountering Shiny Shadow Entei. An optional paid event ticket is also available in the shop, offering extra bonuses like additional Raid Passes and increased XP.
The explanatory text for the Leech Seeded status is incorrect. When both players’ Pokémon Mega Evolve simultaneously under certain conditions, the turn order may behave incorrectly. Gender is displayed incorrectly for certain Pokémon within the tutorial.
Entry Period Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 02:00 UTC to Monday, April 13, 2026, at 01:59 UTC Event Period Friday, April 10, 2026, at 02:00 UTC to Monday, April 13, 2026, at 01:59 UTC Participation Prize • Gardevoir • Quick Coupon ×100
Event Schedule Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 02:00 UTC to Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 01:59 UTC. Certain Pokémon can Mega Evolve if they’re holding a Mega Stone.
Available Period Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 02:00 UTC to Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 01:59 UTC Pokémon Featured in This Roster Regular Roster M-A features Pokémon eligible for Ranked Battles in Regulation Set M-A.
Team GO Rocket is taking over from April 30, 2026, featuring the debut of Shadow Incarnate Forme Landorus obtainable by defeating Giovanni. Trainers can use Charged TMs to help Shadow Pokémon forget Frustration and encounter new Shadow Pokémon including Helioptile, Dewpider, Morelull, and Stufful. Additionally, Shiny Varoom will make its Pokémon GO debut in 12 km Eggs during the event.
The Steeled Resolve event returns to Pokémon GO with Orthworm making its Pokémon GO debut. During the event, Trainers can encounter Meltan through the Mystery Box with a chance to find a Shiny one, while various Steel-type Pokémon appear in the wild, Field Research, and raids. The event also features a GO Pass progression system that rewards encounters, items, and bonuses as Trainers rank up.
Pokémon GO will host the Replay: GO Bigger event featuring Gigantamax Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise, and Gengar. During the event, Gigantamax Battles will appear at Power Spots along with several bonuses such as increased Max Particle gains and additional Special Trades. Trainers can also purchase an event ticket to access exclusive Timed Research and additional rewards.
Pokémon GO introduces GO Pass: April, allowing Trainers to collect GO Points and rank up to earn rewards throughout the month. Trainers who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe can obtain additional rewards including a Lucky Trinket. During the pass progression, Trainers will also have the chance to encounter the Legendary Pokémon Entei.
Pokémon GO is hosting a Replay: Riolu Hatch Day on April 18, 2026, where Riolu will hatch much more frequently from 2 km Eggs. Players can enjoy bonuses such as 2× Hatch Candy, 2× Hatch XP, and half hatch distance, with an increased chance to hatch Shiny Riolu. The event features both free and paid Timed Research offering rewards like Incubators and Star Pieces.
Pokémon GO Sustainability Week kicks off on April 14, 2026, featuring the debut of Sandile and Sandaconda from the Galar region. The event focuses on exploring the Routes feature with increased spawn rates for specific Pokémon and the introduction of a new GO Pass system. Trainers can also encounter Shiny Toedscool and a special costumed Galarian Corsola for the first time.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time Tinkatink, the Metalsmith Pokémon, will be featured during April Community Day!
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