Mega Garchomp makes its earthshaking debut in Pokémon GO!

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November 2, 2023

Mega Garchomp makes its earthshaking debut in Pokémon GO!

Trainers,

Mega Garchomp will make its earthshaking Pokémon GO debut and will be featured in raids during this special Raid Day!

Mega Garchomp Raid Day

Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time

Mega Pokémon Debuts

Mega Garchomp will make its Pokémon GO debut in Mega Raids!

Mega Garchomp

*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny Garchomp!

Event bonuses

The Remote Raid Pass limit will be increased to 10 on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. local time.

You can receive up to five additional daily Raid Passes from spinning Photo Discs at Gyms during the event.

You’ll have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Garchomp from Mega Raids.

Event Exclusive Ticket

For US$5.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to purchase a ticket to receive the following bonuses.

These bonuses will be effective Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. local time.

Eight additional Raid Passes from spinning Photo Discs at Gyms (for a daily total of 14)

Increased chance to get Rare Candy XL from Raid Battles

50% more XP from Raid Battles

2× Stardust from Raid Battles

Don’t forget: you’re now able to purchase and gift tickets to any of your friends that you’ve achieved a Friendship level of Great Friends or higher with.* To gift a ticket, tap the Special Research ticket in the in-game shop, then tap the Gift button instead of the Buy button.

Tickets are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service). Please note that this Special Research will not include an in-game medal.
*Certain restrictions apply. Gifting cannot be completed if the recipient has purchased an event-exclusive Special Research ticket or has been gifted one already.

Web Store Bundle

A Pokémon GO Web Store Raid Bundle will be available for $4.99 that includes three Remote Raid Passes and two Premium Raid Passes. Check it out at the Pokémon GO Web Store.

The web store offers special discounts and event boxes, so if you want the best deals on items for Pokémon GO, check back regularly to see what new surprises may await!

In-Game Shop Bundle

There’ll be a Raid Bundle available during this event for 595 PokéCoins that includes three Remote Raid Passes and two Premium Raid Passes. Check it out in the in-game shop!

Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.

—The Pokémon GO team