Pokémon GO has revealed an exciting new event called Road to Unova, which is set to kick off on February 24. This announcement adds to the growing anticipation for the GO Tour 2025, an annual celebration within the augmented reality game that focuses on a particular region from the beloved Pokémon franchise. Players can look forward to a variety of activities and special features that will enhance their gaming experience during this event.
The upcoming event is set to feature three distinct stages, with exciting in-person activities scheduled for February 21, 22, and 23 in Los Angeles, U.S., and New Taipei, Taiwan. Participants can look forward to a vibrant experience filled with seasonal Pokémon spawns, as well as the unique opportunity to encounter Unown attracted by Incense. Additionally, trainers will have the chance to engage in raids and discover a variety of pocket monsters hatching from 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km eggs, making for an action-packed few days
Pokémon GO is excited to unveil the upcoming Road to Unova event, set to kick off on February 24 at 10 AM and concluding on March 1 at 10 AM, according to local time. Throughout this event, players will have the delightful opportunity to encounter the beloved Unova starter Pokémon in the wild, along with the chance to spot their intermediate evolutions. This is a fantastic chance for trainers to expand their collections and enjoy the nostalgia of these iconic Pokémon.
Pokemon GO Announces New GO Tour 2025-Themed Event
- When: Monday, February 24 from 10 am to Saturday, March 1, at 10 am local time
- New Pokemon: Shiny Meloetta
- Wild Encounters: Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott. Chance of encounters with Servine, Pignite, and Dewott
- Eggs (2km): Roggenrola, Timburr, Karrablast, Shelmet, and Larvesta
- Players can use the new GO Tour Pass
Added for the event
- Timed Research
- Field Research Tasks
- Avatar items and stickers
- Two $4.99 new tickets (one raid- and other hatch-focused)
Event Bonuses
- 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance when Eggs are placed in an Incubator during the event period.
- Remote Raid Pass limit increased to 20 from Monday, February 24 to Friday, February 28, 2025.
One-Star Raids
- Snivy
- Tepig
- Oshawott
Three-Star Raids
- Druddigon
Five-Star Raids: Monday, February 24
Event Bonuses
- 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance when Eggs are placed in an Incubator during the event period.
- Remote Raid Pass limit increased to 20 from Monday, February 24 to Friday, February 28, 2025.
One-Star Raids
- Snivy
- Tepig
- Oshawott
Three-Star Raids
- Druddigon
Five-Star Raids: Monday, February 24
- Genesect
- Genesect (Shock Drive)
- Genesect (Burn Drive)
- Genesect (Chill Drive)
- Genesect (Douse Drive)
- Genesect encountered in raids will know the Normal-type Charged Attack Techno Blast.
- Genesect (Shock Drive) encountered in raids will know the Electric-type Charged Attack Techno Blast.
- Genesect (Burn Drive) encountered in raids will know the Fire-type Charged Attack Techno Blast.
- Genesect (Chill Drive) encountered in raids will know the Ice-type Charged Attack Techno Blast.
- Genesect (Douse Drive) encountered in raids will know the Water-type Charged Attack Techno Blast.
Five-Star Raids: Tuesday, February 25
- Cobalion
- Terrakion
- Virizion
- Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion encountered in raids will know the Charged Attack Sacred Sword.
Five-Star Raids: Wednesday, February 26
- Therian Forme Tornadus
- Therian Forme Thundurus
- Therian Forme Landorus
- Tornadus encountered in raids will know the Charged Attack Bleakwind Storm.
- Thundurus encountered in raids will know the Charged Attack Wildbolt Storm.
- Landorus encountered in raids will know the Charged Attack Sandsear Storm.
Five-Star Raids: Thursday, February 27
- Reshiram
- Reshiram encountered in raids will know the Charged Attack Fusion Flare.
Five-Star Raids: Friday, February 28
- Zekrom
- Zekrom encountered in raids will know the Charged Attack Fusion Bolt.
In the exciting Road to Unova event, trainers have the opportunity to enhance their experience with the new Pokemon GO Tour Pass, which unlocks a variety of additional rewards. Every trainer will automatically receive a complimentary pass, while those looking for an upgraded experience can opt for the deluxe edition available for $14.99. This premium pass not only offers exclusive perks but also guarantees an encounter with the elusive Victini, making it a must-have for dedicated players.
As fans of Pokémon GO eagerly anticipate the upcoming GO Tour of Unova, there are several exciting events currently taking place in the augmented reality game. One of the highlights is the Legendary Flight event, which introduces the Dynamax forms of the Kantonian birds. This thrilling event is set to conclude on February 9, giving players a limited time to catch these powerful Pokémon in their new forms.