As Pokémon GO Fest 2025 approaches, Niantic has launched the “Serene Retreat” event, running from May 30 to June 3, 2025. This event offers trainers a variety of bonuses, challenges, and exclusive Pokémon encounters, aligning with the in-person festivities in Osaka.
- Duration: May 30 – June 3, 2025
- Bonuses:
- Half hatch distance for eggs placed in incubators during the event
- 1.5x hatch XP
- Increased Max Particle collection and limits
- Special Appearance: May 31 and June 1 saw the debut of Gigantamax Rillaboom.
For $1.99, trainers can access a two-step premium Timed Research, offering:
- Step 1:
- Catch 10 Pokémon (Munna encounter)
- Use 5 berries to help catch Pokémon (1 Star Piece)
- Hatch an egg (1 Super Incubator)
- Step 2:
- Catch 15 Pokémon (Morelull encounter)
- Use 10 berries to help catch Pokémon (1 Star Piece)
- Hatch 2 eggs (1 Super Incubator)
Additionally, ticket holders receive 1.5x Stardust from hatching eggs.
Three Collection Challenges are available:
- Dream Catcher: Rewards 1 Incubator
- Cutie Collector: Offers 2,500 XP and a Munna encounter.
- Floating Waters: Offers 2,500 Stardust and a chance to meet Morelulls.
Spinning PokéStops may yield event-specific Field Research tasks. Certain Pokémon have increased spawn rates, with some offering higher chances of encountering their shiny variants.
During the event, 2 km eggs obtained may hatch Pokémon with elevated shiny rates, providing trainers with opportunities to expand their shiny collections.
As the “Serene Retreat” event concludes today, trainers are encouraged to complete challenges and make the most of the available bonuses.
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