The latest highlight in Pokémon Go is the Wild Area event, drawing inspiration from its namesake in Pokémon Sword and Shield. This virtual festival prominently showcases electric and poison-type Pokémon, with Gigantamax Toxtricity taking center stage. Over the course of this exciting weekend, players can look forward to a range of perks and a host of intriguing activities.
One of the major attractions is the return of rare Legendary Pokémon such as Origin Form Dialga, Palkia, Primal Groudon, and Kyogre. Adding a layer of challenge, the event also features "mighty" Pokémon. These creatures appear larger, boast higher stats, and present a tougher catching challenge.
For players eager to dive deeper into the event mechanics, several resources are available. We have detailed guides on utilizing Go Safari Balls, obtaining Toxel, and, for those with event tickets, navigating the “An Accomplished Trainer” path choice.
On the second day of the Pokémon Go Wild Area 2024 event, the lineup of mighty Pokémon spawning in the wild sees a shift. Our comprehensive list outlines these changes, revealing new opportunities to encounter Pokémon like Dragonite, Electivire, and Mamoswine. As the event wraps up, remember that ticket holders can unlock special bonuses upon completing the “An Accomplished Trainer” research. Additionally, a recently added feature allowing remote raid participation with friends will be temporarily disabled post-event.
As the countdown begins for the Wild Area event’s second day, hone your catching skills to snag those elusive Pokémon before time runs out.
Throughout the event, habitats switch hourly between Electric and Poison themes, keeping trainers on their toes. This alternating schedule ensures a dynamic experience, with specific Pokémon appearing in line with each habitat theme.
For those keen to catch them all, there’s a Collection Challenge associated with each habitat. Successfully capturing the designated Pokémon earns rewards: a Pop Star Pikachu for the electric-type habitat and a Rock Star Pikachu for the poison-type habitat.
Field Research tasks also rotate based on the active habitat hour. These missions, while similar in nature, offer different rewards tied to the habitat’s theme.
Here’s how it breaks down:
Electric Hour Field Research:
- Encounters with Pokémon like Hisuian Voltorb and Blitzle
- Mini-challenges such as catching Pokémon in specific ways
- Rewards include XP, Stardust, and rare Pokémon encounters
Poison Hour Field Research:
- Pokémon encounters might include Hisuian Qwilfish or Skorupi
- Tasks focus on different poison-type Pokémon challenges
- Completion earns you Stardust, XP, and more
Regardless of whether you hold a ticket, the event opens up a range of perks for all participants. Enjoy extended Lure durations, unique post-battle backgrounds for Pokémon, special Field Research, and the opportunity to gather double the usual Max Particles.
For those opting to purchase the $11.99 Go Wild Area ticket, a treasure trove of extras awaits. Ticket benefits include increased shiny Pokémon chances, double catch candy, reduced hatch distance for eggs, and up to five free raid passes daily from gyms, among others.
A standout feature for ticket holders is the enhanced shiny Pokémon rate—perfect for trainers hunting those vividly colored creatures. Also, with the Max Particles cap boosted, engaging in highly challenging Gigantamax Toxtricity battles becomes more feasible.
With the Wild Area event’s diverse raid opportunities, you can team up to tackle formidable foes in Three-star, Four-star, and even Primal raids. Each level offers a unique set of Pokémon to challenge, from the iconic Gigantamax Toxtricity to Primal Kyogre.
Should the weather not be in your favor, don’t forget about this week’s enhanced remote raid functionality, allowing you to join battles from the comfort of your home.
We also have additional guides available throughout the event weekend, covering topics like mighty Pokémon, Go Safari Balls, and specific tasks for ticket holders.
Dive in and make the most of this extraordinary Pokémon Go event, full of adventures and surprises!
