- The Trainer level cap has been raised to 80 with a rebalanced progression system.
- Accumulated EXP is recalculated; no one loses levels, and tasks are now leveled at 71-80.
- Daily Adventure Egg from level 15: 1 km to hatch and 10.000 XP.
- More storage, new avatar items, and a higher chance of Lucky Friends at level 70.
Pokémon GO's latest major update expands the progression ceiling: the Trainer level cap increased from 50 to 80The company has completely adjusted the experience curve, so that leveling up will be more agile and with more frequent rewards, something similar to guides on how to go above level 80 in other titles.
This change is accompanied by prizes added to progression (more save capacity and cosmetics), new missions at higher levels, and adjustments designed to make the jump to the new system as smooth as possible for all players.
Level cap raised to 80 and progression accelerated
With the new system, leveling up will be more dynamic: The required EXP has been rebalanced and incentives have been added to keep moving forward without feeling stuck.
When the change takes effect, your Total accumulated EXP will be applied to the new progression curve. This will automatically determine your position in the new level range.
- No one will be demoted; adjustment can only keep you up or propel you upward.
- If you are a level 23 or higher, you will gain at least one level automatically.
- The level up tasks 41-50 are removed and relocated as new requirements for 71-80.
- You will receive retroactively storage and cosmetic increases corresponding to levels already exceeded.
Important: This change affects the Trainer level, does not modify the level or power of your Pokémon.
Daily Adventure Egg: 10.000 XP for a short walk
Beginning 15 level, Every day you log in to the game you will receive a Daily Adventure Egg. It will be placed in a exclusive incubator and will not take up space from the rest of the eggs.
When walking 1 km hatches: grants 10.000 PX and can contain starter Pokémon from different generations. You can only have one Daily Adventure Egg at a time, and with Adventure synchro you can record distance without opening the app.
New rewards and expanded storage
Level progression now grants more storage capacity in several areas: Pokémon, items, gifts, and postcards. Previous maximum limits are surpassed thanks to these tiered level increases.
In addition, from early levels you will be obtaining rewards more frequently, reinforcing short-term progress and making the path toward high goals more bearable.
Avatar items by level
From the 25 level You'll be able to unlock cosmetics to customize your avatar. These items are distributed throughout your progression, with specific milestones:
- 25 level: Poké Ball Cap
- 30 level: Poké Ball Slippers
- 35 level: Poké Ball Jacket
- 40 level: Super Ball Cap
- 45 level: Super Ball Sneakers
- 50 level: Super Ball Jacket
- 55 level: Ultra Ball Cap
- 60 level: Ultra Ball Sneakers
- 65 level: Ultra Ball Jacket
- 71 level: Level 71 sneakers
- 73 level: Level 73 glasses
- 75 level: Level 75 pants
- 77 level: Level 77 Pose
- 79 level: Level hairstyle (short and long) 79
- 80 level: Level 80 Jacket
Please note that certain avatar items of levels 40-50 will no longer be available after the update; if you acquired them before, they will remain in your inventory, including the Level 50 Jacket.
Experience requirements to level up
Niantic has revised the total experience required per stage. Here are some Total accumulated EXP milestones in the new curve, which can be compared with the experience needed to reach level 80 in other titles:
| Level | Total EXP required |
|---|---|
| 10 | 48.000 |
| 20 | 258.000 |
| 30 | 1.083.000 |
| 40 | 3.953.000 |
| 50 | 12.753.000 |
| 60 | 34.353.000 |
| 70 | 85.853.000 |
| 80 | 203.353.000 |
Amongst the levels 71 and 80 EXP will not be enough: You will have to complete specific research tasks to unlock each level.
The Coaches of level 70 or higher will have a higher chance of becoming Lucky Friends with those who are already Best Friends, facilitating bonus trades and social progression.
Availability and online store
El Deployment of the new system is scheduled for October 15. Upon startup, you will see your level automatically recalculated and you will receive the relevant retroactive rewards.
With the celebration comes to the online store the Ultra Special EXP Celebration Box for $9,99 (or local equivalent), which Includes 15 Lucky Eggs, 1 Super Incubator, 1 Incubator, 5 Incenses and 2 Bait Modules. Limit: 3 boxes by Coach.
The jump to level 80 redefines the game's progression: more frequent increases, long-term goals with challenges at 71-80, a daily egg that rewards consistency, and storage and customization improvements to keep progress moving at a good pace.
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