Halloween in Pokémon GO: dates, bonuses, raids, and more

La The darkest season returns to Pokémon GO with an event divided into two acts that mixes new debutants, candy bonus and thematic incursionsAs is tradition, Niantic is dressing the map in spooky motifs and bringing back classic tunes, while adding activities for all types of players.

This year, the celebration comes in two sections with local schedules: the Part 1 takes place from October 21 to 27 and Part 2 from October 27 to November 2Additionally, the GO Pass: Halloween allows you to advance through levels to unlock additional rewards, with a free option and a paid version with extra benefits.

Dates, times, and how the GO Pass works: Halloween

Coaches will automatically receive the GO Pass: Halloween on Tuesday, October 21st at 10:00 AM local time. GO Points can be collected and leveled up until Sunday, November 2nd at 20:00 PM local time. Between Saturday, November 1 (00:00) and Sunday, November 2 (19:59), there will be no daily limit on GO Points, an ideal opportunity to accelerate progress.

Anyone who wishes can update to GO Deluxe Pass for $7,99, or deluxe + 10 levels for $9,99 (prices in USD or local equivalent). These options help you progress faster and unlock better rewards; you can also upgrade at any time and claim rewards. the rewards of already open levels. Note: Everything unlocked expires on Sunday, November 2nd at 23:59 PM (local time), so it's best to redeem it before it expires.

Part 1: News, bonuses and setting

The first half is celebrated from October 21-27 (10:00 AM local time) and brings Poltchageist and its evolution, Sinistcha, to Pokémon GO for the first time. This Grass/Ghost duo is inspired by tea: you'll be able to evolve to Poltchageist in Sinistcha with 50 CandiesWith any luck, it will also appear Sinistea in its shiny form.

Progressing through the GO Pass: Halloween unlocks milestones with event bonuses. Highlights include: Double Candy per catch (triple with deluxe), higher chances of Candy++ for level 31+ trainers and the double for transferring Pokémon (triple with deluxe). These benefits apply as you reach levels 1, 2, and 3 of the Pass.

• 1 level: Double Candy per catch (triple with Deluxe Pass).
• 2 level: more likely to get Candies ++ when catching with good, great or excellent throws (L31+).
• 3 level: Double the amount of Candy for transferring; even more chances of Candy++ when transferring (triple with deluxe and more probability for L31+).

The atmosphere is also renewed: there will be Halloween decorations at gatherings, PokéStops, and Gyms, and at night, a spooky remix of Lavender Town music will play.. In the store the Polteageist Hat for the avatar, as well as themed stickers on photo discs, gifts, and the store itself.

Featured Appearances and Raids (Part 1)

During Part 1 there will be more opportunities to find Ghost-type Pokémon and related types Both on the map and in raids and research tasks. These are the confirmed highlights:

wild encounters

• Zorua*
• Hisui's Zorua
• greevard
• Sinistea*

Raids

In 1 star raids they will appear Galarian Yamask*, Sinistea* and Poltchageist. In the 3-star ones: Alolan Marowak*, Typhlosion of Hisui* and Samurott of Hisui*. There will also be dark raids 1 star with dark Yamask and dark Phantump.

Field research tasks

By completing thematic tasks you will be able to find Sableye*, Yamask*, Zorua* (and its Hisui form), Litwick*, Vullaby*, Phantump* and, in exceptional cases, Spiritomb*. Additionally, some tasks will award Megaenergy de Gengar, Houndoom, Sableye, Banette y Absolutely.

Part 2: Costumes, Dates, and Changes in Probability

The second half is celebrated from October 27 (10:00) to November 2 (20:00), local time. New arrivals Pokémon in costume: Teddiursa, Ursaring, and Ursaluna with Witch Hats; Noibat and Noivern with Headbands. These will also be more likely to appear costumed people come out in bright colors on raids.

Beginning October 31 The chance of disguised Pokémon delivering is reduced rare candies or Rare Candies ++ by catching them with good or better throws. Otherwise, the milestones of the GO Pass: Halloween continue with its bonuses, along with the decorations and the remix from Lavender Town at night.

Encounters, Raids, and Tasks (Part 2)

In 1 star raids they will appear Pikachu in costume Halloween Pranks*, Piplup in Halloween Mischief costume*, Sinistea*, and Poltchageist; at 3 stars: Gengar in Halloween costume* and Drifblim in costume Halloween Mischief*. The dark raids 1-star Dark Yamask and Dark Phantump. They will be seen more frequently on the map. Teddiursa with witch hat* and Headband Noibat*, with higher Shiny chances for both. To prepare, check out the best Ghost-type attackers.

Field Research and Event Rewards

Halloween-themed field research tasks will allow you to obtain Featured Pokémon Encounters and Mega Energy. Possible rewards include Pikachu in a Halloween Mischief costume*, Teddiursa in a Witch Hat, Froakie in a Halloween costume*, Noibat with a Headband*, Rowlet in a Halloween costume*, and the coveted Spiritomb*, as well as Mega Energy from Gengar, Houndoom, Sableye, Banette, and Absol.

There remains a powerful event, with Clear dates, cumulative bonuses, and a mix of debuts, costumes, and raids which are spread over two weeks. It's a good idea to plan your Pass progress, take advantage of the unlimited point window, and claim everything before the expiration date so you don't miss out on any rewards.