Pokémon Go

Pokemon GO has revealed new Pokemon GO Tour 2024 details, with the debut of a White-Striped Basculin and new shinies. The Pokemon GO Tour is a much-anticipated event for Pokemon GO players, and this year is extra special for Pokemon Diamond and Pearl fans.

Pokémon Go's next major in-game event will add a pair of powerful and game-changing new abilities you'll need to obtain special creatures to use.

If Pokemon GO fans thought the glitter and glitz would end with the New Year’s Event, they’ve got a pleasant surprise coming with the latest in-game event. Niantic has announced a sparkling January Dazzling Dream event featuring fairy-type Pokemon.

Selecting a team that has type advantages is key to victory over Team GO Rocket Leader Sierra in in January 2024. While Sierra's team remains the same as it did at the end of 2024, it is arguably the most balanced of all three Leaders this month.

Team GO Rocket looks set to frustrate players once again in 2024, with their three Leaders, including Arlo, returning for Trainers to fight in this January. Arlo, along with fellow Leaders Cliff and Sierra, provides a much tougher test than regular grunts with higher CP Pokémon that can quickly wipe out unprepared Trainers.

The start of 2024 sees Team GO Rocket continue to cause problems for players in , with Leader Cliff remaining one of the toughest tests in January. One of the three leaders of Team GO Rocket, Cliff, has always provided a tough test since first being introduced into and can still overpower Trainers who go into battle with him unprepared. If you can beat him, you will earn rewards, including the opportunity to catch a strong shadow Pokémon.

Ditto is a beloved Pokémon within the Pokémon franchise and a rare addition to team comps in. Ditto is a shape-shifting Pokémon that can take on the form of any other Pokémon. The main reason Ditto is so rare in this fan-favorite Pokémon mobile game is because Ditto does not appear on the map like regular Pokémon. Rather, Ditto takes one of several disguises to wander the world.

The ticketed timed-research event Eggs-Pedition Access for gives worthwhile rewards to players participating. It will be available until December 31st at 8 pm local time in your region, so there is still plenty of time to complete it and gain all its benefits. It includes incubators, gift storage, and extra XP, which are all helpful for player growth and new Pokémon exploration. Furthermore, players can get even more rewards from using extra items such as Lucky Eggs and Star Pieces throughout the timed-research period.

A brand-new Monster Hunter game is coming. Capcom revealed Monster Hunter Wilds on Thursday at The Game Awards 2023, showing off its successor to 2018’s immensely popular Monster Hunter: World.

What's the densest Pokémon? Which Pokémon would save you if you were lost in the mountains? Do Pokémon wear clothes? And what do people eat in the Pokémon world?

Exchanging a gift with Mateo in can be a rough task if you do not know where to look. Mateo first appeared during the Season called Timeless Travels, as he is part of the A Route to New Friendships special research task. In the first step of that mission, one of the quests that needs to be concluded is exchanging a gift with him. While exploring 1km, spinning 3 PokéStops, and earning candy while exploring with your buddy are all pretty straightforward and easily accomplishable, giving a gift to this new NPC is somewhat mysterious, especially if you have not completely dived into the the game’s new mechanics.

Every Pokemon GO player has a different approach when it comes to building their collection. One trainer recently completed a five-year quest to build their Pokemon team around a single number with a special meaning: 420.

Team GO Rocket Leader Arlo returns for Trainers to face off against in in December 2023. Trainers must be prepared for the battle, with a line-up that can counter the wide range of Pokémon that Arlo might select to use.

Cliff returns in in December 2023, and you will need to pick the right lineup to defeat him. Cliff, one of the three leaders of Team GO Rocket, provides a tough test if you are not prepared. If you can beat him, you will earn rewards, including the opportunity to catch a strong shadow Pokémon.

The best way to beat Sierra in in December 2023 is to know her possible lineup in advance and prepare your team to counter all or most of her creatures. Sierra is one of the three leaders of the Team GO Rocket organization, along with Arlo and Cliff in . While kept in the same status as her colleagues, Sierra seems to be the closest to Giovanni, the head of the criminal group.

In a resounding triumph for Pokemon GO, the augmented reality mobile game developed by Niantic has clinched the prestigious title of ‘Best Ongoing Game' in the esteemed Google Play Awards for the year 2023 in India. This recognition underscores the remarkable journey of Pokemon GO, which has tirelessly engaged players for seven years since its inception. The game's unwavering success lies in its ability to deliver captivating augmented reality experiences, an innovative fusion of technology, and a robust sense of community interaction that resonates with millions of trainers both in India and around the globe.

A winter update will land in Monster Hunter Now next week, on Thursday 7th December.

Pokémon Go's fourth annual Tour event has been dated for February 2024, with a global in-game version set to take place on 24th and 25th February.

Fans of Pokémon GO have more than likely seen the many Tour events that developers Niantic hold across the globe. These events aim to celebrate past generations of Pokémon games by including limited-time events for everyone to enjoy. In the past, developers Niantic have showcased the Sinnoh region, Hoehn, and more. So let’s prepare, and take a look at the Pokémon GO Tour Sinnoh: Global! new shinies.

Ditto is a Pokémon like no other in . While most wild Pokémon appear on the map as you walk around, you will never come across a Ditto. Like in the TV show, Ditto transforms into other Pokémon in battle and requires a unique method to catch them in Pokémon GO. Ditto will disguise itself as several Pokémon in Pokémon GO, which, when caught, will reveal itself as Ditto, meaning luck plays a big part in you being able to catch one.

Having new Pokémon introduced to the augmented reality world of is always exciting. For a trainer, getting to experience seeing a Pokémon that they don't already have in their collection out in the wild can provide a little hit of dopamine as they go to tap on it and try their hand at catching them. Some have noticed recently, however, that it seems that the newer creatures being added to the game appear to be more difficult to catch than the older ones, which can lead to some crushing disappointment right after the thrill of thinking a new Pokémon would be caught and can take a lot of the fun out of the game.

Pokemon come in all shapes and sizes, some of which resemble the pets we know and love in real life. In fact, we’ve gotten several dog-like Pokemon over the years, which leads Pokemon players to the question… which Pokemon dog is the best dog?

The Pokémon Company is kicking things off for Christmas with a huge 5m (16.4ft) Poké Plush tree set up at the North Atrium in Westfield London.

There are various unique Pokemon types to collect as you play Pokemon Go and the roster only continues to grow. Mareanie has been in Pokemon Go since 2022, but it may still be absent from your collection.

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Are you a Pokemon fan? There is some very exciting news for you. You can now meet your favorite Pokemon character Pikachu in real life. DLF Malls and the Pokémon Company are collaborating to organize the first-ever Pokemon Mela in Delhi-NCR. This event is scheduled over three weekends in November and December. This event will provide a fun experience for people of all ages. In this event, Pokemon fans will be able to meet Pikachu and enjoy participating in interactive activities, with a chance to win exclusive Pokemon goodies. So, if you are in Delhi-NCR, do not miss this exciting event.

The lawsuit against Niantic continues, as the anonymous women bringing legal action against the studio claim they were retaliated against when they took their issues to HR. They say that Niantic tried to "silence" them when they complained that the workplace felt like a "boys club" and a "hostile work environment for women".

Pokemon Go is no stranger to brand partnerships, bringing Sponsored PokeStops to several businesses across many countries. Now, they’ve partnered with McDonald’s to create Sponsored PokeStops across Canada.

The endless pursuit to catch 'em all continues, and Pokémon Go fans looking to evolve Cosmog into its final evolutions of either Solgaleo or Lunala have come to the right place.

Team GO Rocket Leader Sierra is back to face Trainers in this November 2023. It is all change for the Team GO Rocket leaders this month and Sierra comes to battle with a different line-up, which includes three new Pokémon that you will have to deal with. Her line-up has been prompted by the latest Special Research Task

In order to beat Cliff in during November 2023, you will be required to choose a lineup of solid counters, as his chosen Pokémon tend to hit hard. One of the three Leaders of the Team GO Rocket organization, Cliff, is above your ordinary thug and instead brings forth quite a challenge. He does not specialize in any Pokémon type but has his lineup change every few months. Because of this, you will need to be updated on his party if you want to beat him.

In Pokemon Go, certain Pokemon can only be caught during special events or situations, such as timed research. Spiritomb is this year’s Timed Research treat, available for a limited time only, and trainers are asking how they can catch one.

To beat Arlo in during November 2023, it is best if you prepare yourself adequately with the best team to face his lineup during the month. This Leader of Team GO Rocket provides a significant challenge and his lineup changes regularly, so being up-to-date with his potential choices is the best way of ensuring victory. While his first chosen Pokémon will always be the same during his current period, his second and third slots always have multiple options to choose from, which can make choosing your team a little more difficult.

Knowing all of Ditto’s disguises in during November 2023 can significantly improve your odds of encountering the elusive creature, simply due to the fact that you will know where to look. The classic and strange Generation 1 Pokémon is present in the popular mobile catching game, but it does not appear in its regular form. Instead, Ditto lives up to its shapeshifting reputation and actually hides behind disguises of certain Pokémon. You will only know you have captured a Ditto after successfully capturing one of the creatures it uses as a disguise, as a message will appear indicating that it was a trick.

Retro gaming is definitely having a moment right now, with October 2023 proving to be a huge month for classic characters and beloved franchises, and this week's episode of the One More Life podcast is a celebration of that.

Although Trainers are currently celebrating Halloween in Pokemon Go, we already have the details about the first event of November. Dia De Muertos is back for 2023 and you’ll get an opportunity to encounter a range of Pokemon and earn bonuses along the way.

Pokemon Go is always packed with limited-time events and Research Tasks. Some are free to join, while others require you to purchase a ticket. The Halloween festivities are well underway in Pokemon Go and so is the themed Timed Research. The Eerie Echoes Timed Research Tasks are now live and as always, there are a plethora of rewards up for grabs.

Pokemon Go recently introduced Trainers to a new Party Play feature. This brings a co-op experience to Pokemon Go, allowing you to host or join a party and complete party challenges with others and even get Party Power when battling in Gyms. To celebrate, Welcome Party Special Research tasks have gone live in Pokemon Go, allowing you to get your hands on an array of rewards.

Pokémon Go developer Niantic has always pitched its mobile Pokémon game as a social experience. But when you’re actually playing it, it’s just your lonely trainer on-screen, walking the virtual world of Pokémon Go and catching ’em all.

The Vincent Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam said Saturday it would no longer hand out a prized Pokemon card after the giveaway sparked crushes by "scalpers" reselling it for exorbitant prices. Launched with great fanfare last month to mark the museum's 50th anniversary, the collaboration with Pokemon aimed to inspire younger visitors and included exhibitions on the artist's links with Japan.

Pokémon Go looks set to introduce the ability to party up, and explore alongside friends in-game.

A handful of creatures can only evolve when using special items called Sinnoh Stones. While each Pokémon from the Sinnoh region once had a different method for evolution, streamlined it by placing evolution into a single item, the Sinnoh Stone. Finding Sinnoh Stones in can be pretty tricky, as these are typically only given to you as part of a special Timed Research Task event that provide you with the item when completed.

Every day, after I finish my shift of writing about long RPG series or how to pronounce names, I go for a walk. I’m admittedly not as healthy as I’d like to be, but I at least try to get some steps in, if nothing else. Typically, if my phone is to be believe, I get about 5,000 steps in per day. But since I’ve started playing Monster Hunter Now, I’ve been regularly doubling that count.

Another somewhat worryingly warm week is coming to a close, so it’s time to check in on the video games that we’ve been playing. First and foremost in my own gaming time has been Forza Motorsport, which toes the line between reinvention and continuation for Turn 10’s Xbox counterpart to Gran Turismo. It’s a game that I’m looking forward to seeing grow over time, that’s for sure.

After you defeat six Team GO Rocket Grunts in , you'll face a more difficult challenge from the Leaders Sierra, Arlo, and Cliff. Beyond that is the most challenging of all: defeating Team GO Rocket Boss Giovanni. As a result, your Pokémon will need to be in tip-top shape, because there are lots of battles coming your way this October, and Leader Cliff is one you need to watch out for.

The hunt for a Ditto in is one of patience, luck, and travel. Dittos don't appear like most Pokémon. In fact, when you're out walking, you won't see a single Ditto. Dittos disguise themselves as a different set of Pokémon every month. If you're lucky, one of these Pokémon will transform into a Ditto after capture.

With a total of seven different Shadow Pokémon at their disposal, defeating Team GO Rocket Leader Arlo in in October 2023 will be a challenge. If Trainers are to succeed, they'll need a trio of Pokémon that can exploit any of Leader Arlo's Pokémon's weaknesses.

Team GO Rocket Leader Sierra returns in October 2023 with a fresh lineup of Shadow-type Pokémon in . However, with multiple types of Pokémon at her disposal, taking down Leader Sierra will be a formidable challenge that will put any trainer's Pokédex to the test.

Monster Hunter Now , released by Niantic in partnership with Capcom on September 14th, has taken in an estimated $14 million in revenue since launch on the strength of five million downloads. 

October has rolled in, and along with it, new Monster Hunter Now events. So what’s in store? Well, you won’t be shocked to hear that there’s a Halloween event on the cards, but before that there’s a pretty vibrant surprise.

With the latest season 'Adventures Abound' well underway there is a lot for players to do this Autumn including the return of Team GO Rocket boss Giovanni in October 2023. The new season has brought a new Generation of Pokémon for Trainers to collect, but the leader of Team Rocket has a familiar look to him from recent months. An opportunity to catch the Legendary Shadow Regirock awaits any Trainers that can overcome Giovanni this October.

Pokémon Go has quietly raised prices for in-game currency bundles in a number of regions, including the UK.

The Psychic Cup is back in Pokemon Go. This is the Great League edition, which means you’ll have a chance to face off against other players in this competition, using some of your favorite Psychic-type Pokemon.

By Andrew Webster, an entertainment editor covering streaming, virtual worlds, and every single Pokémon video game. Andrew joined The Verge in 2012, writing over 4,000 stories.

Smartphone racer Mario Kart Tour will receive its final content update next month on 4th October, Nintendo has announced.

Niantic continues to spoil all their Pokémon Go fans, as trainers are getting excited for the in-person festivities coming up in October and November. Pokémon Go Fest has only just exited behind us, and players now begin to look forward to the exciting gradual release of the Paldean Pokémon from generation 9 within PoGo.

Pokemon  from the Paldea region are making their debut in  Pokemon GO,  giving Trainers a host of new creatures to fill their Pokedexes. With the introduction of Gen 9  Pokemon,  we also get a new questline called A Paldean Adventure. Early on, the quest splits into three paths, and it’s only natural that we all want to pick the best one. Let me try and answer the question, “Which path should I choose in Pokemon GO: A Paldean Adventure?”

Pokemon Go fans will be getting a taste of Paldea pretty soon, as it was announced during the most recent Pokemon Presents showcase that Gen 9 Pokemon will be added to Pokemon Go next month. Unfortunately, a release date for the Paldean 'mons wasn't announced at the same time, though we can probably expect some news on that front in the coming weeks given that September isn't too far away.

Monster Hunter Now, the latest mobile MMO AR game from Niantic, is set to bring its hulking monster to the world on September 14th. The AR game is available now for pre-registration, with tiered bonuses set to unlock based on the number of sign-ups.

By Andrew Webster, an entertainment editor covering streaming, virtual worlds, and every single Pokémon video game. Andrew joined The Verge in 2012, writing over 4,000 stories.

Monster Hunter Now, the augmented reality take on Capcom’s hit monster-hunting series from Pokémon Go developer Niantic, will launch on Sept. 14, the two companies have announced.