Embark on a Subterranean Journey: Discover the Secrets of "Into the Depths"!
Event Overview: Unleashing Subterranean Wonders and Glimmet's Debut
The highly anticipated "Into the Depths" event in Pokémon Go invites trainers to explore a world filled with ground-dwelling Pokémon, running from January 27 to February 1. This unique celebration marks the inaugural appearance of Glimmet, the enigmatic ore Pokémon, adding a thrilling new dimension to your collection. Participants will also benefit from a tripled XP bonus on Routes and a 50% reduction in egg-hatching distance for all eggs placed in Incubators during the event. Glimmet, primarily a Route-based Pokémon, will also be discoverable through various research challenges.
Timed Research Expeditions: Free and Premium Opportunities for Exclusive Rewards
Trainers can delve into two distinct Timed Research paths: a complimentary option and a premium pass priced at $1.99. Opting for the premium pass unlocks a double hatch candy bonus, a significant advantage for those aiming to hatch numerous eggs or shiny hunt for Pokémon such as Yungoos or Diglett. Both research tiers offer unique objectives and attractive rewards, catering to different play styles and investment levels. The free research involves catching various Pokémon and hatching eggs, culminating in a Glimmet encounter, Ultra Balls, and Stardust. The premium research, on the other hand, focuses on a higher volume of Pokémon catches, rewarding trainers with a Glimmet encounter, Incubators, and Stardust, providing ample opportunities to enrich your Pokémon collection.
Field Research Adventures: Unearthing Encounters Through Exploration
During the "Into the Depths" event, spinning PokéStops may unveil special Field Research tasks designed to enhance your exploration. These tasks include challenges like traversing 1 kilometer to encounter Diglett or Yungoos, or exploring 3 kilometers for a chance to discover Glimmet. These field research opportunities encourage active engagement with the game world, rewarding trainers for their journey with encounters with unique event-exclusive Pokémon.
Boosted Wild Encounters: Discovering Rare Pokémon in Their Natural Habitat
The "Into the Depths" event significantly increases the spawn rates of specific Pokémon in the wild, as announced by Niantic. Trainers can anticipate more frequent encounters with Diglett*, Dunsparce, Meditite, and Yungoos*. Additionally, the community has reported increased sightings of Geodude, Slugma, Makuhita, and Sableye. The asterisk indicates an elevated probability of encountering the shiny versions of these Pokémon, adding an extra layer of excitement for collectors and shiny hunters during the event.
Special Egg Hatches: Cracking Open Opportunities for Exclusive Catches
Throughout the "Into the Depths" event, 7 km eggs collected during this period offer an enhanced chance to hatch a selection of special Pokémon. These include Diglett*, Larvitar, Bagon, Deino, and Yungoos*. Similar to the boosted wild encounters, the asterisk signifies an increased likelihood of hatching shiny variants of these Pokémon. This presents a prime opportunity for trainers to expand their collections with rare and potentially shiny Pokémon by focusing on hatching eggs acquired during the event.