Pokémon Go / Paid-only Pokémon Go's 'Taken Over' Giovanni Special Research is seemingly no more For the first time since 2019, there's no Team Go Rocket-themed Special Research as Pokémon Go shifts to Go Passes. By Matthew Reynolds / 30 Apr 2026
Pokémon Go Pokémon Go to introduce branching 'evergreen' research during non-event weeks One More Catch can confirm a trial where players will choose between different challenges during quiet weeks. By Matthew Reynolds / 29 Apr 2026
Pokémon Go Fest LEGO teaming up with Pokémon Go during Copenhagen Go Fest Includes a Stamp Rally, Timed Research, Stickers and in-person "LEGO experiences". By Matthew Reynolds / 29 Apr 2026
Pokémon Go Fest It's official: Mega Mewtwo X and Y are coming to Pokémon Go Fest 2026 Their arrival will also usher in changes to the Mega Evolution process. By Matthew Reynolds / 28 Apr 2026
Pokémon Go Fest Pokémon Go Fest: Global will be free, and one hour longer, in 2026 Increased shiny chance and event Special Research available at no cost over the July weekend. By Matthew Reynolds / 28 Apr 2026
Pokémon Go How to get Orthworm in Pokémon Go's 'Steeled Resolve' event How to get the Gen 9 Earthworm Pokémon this week, which can be shiny on its debut. By Matthew Reynolds / 28 Apr 2026
Newsletter This week in Pokémon Go (27th April to 3rd May): Pedal to the metal The week's schedule and what to focus on. Plus something new: a video version of the newsletter! By Matthew Reynolds / 27 Apr 2026
Pokémon Champions Pokémon Champions Global Challenge 2026 Special Roster list All 31 Pokémon available to recruit during the competition period. By Matthew Reynolds / 24 Apr 2026
News Niantic Spatial is shutting down virtual pet simulator Peridot Ingress "not impacted in any way" by the closure. By Matthew Reynolds / 24 Apr 2026
News Pokémon Champions update 1.0.3 addresses a handful of launch issues But no Switch 2 dock resolution fix yet. By Matthew Reynolds / 23 Apr 2026
Blogs Sorry I haven't posted about Pokémon Champions lately, I knocked my Switch 2 into the bath Insert joke about Electric- and Water-types here. By Matthew Reynolds / 23 Apr 2026
Newsletter This week in Pokémon Go (20th to 26th April): Go big then go home A challenging Max Battle event gets another go-around in an otherwise quiet week. By Matthew Reynolds / 20 Apr 2026
