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Pokémon Go Wild Areas return in 2024 event

by Brooklyn Oct 26,2025

The Pokémon Go Wild Area event makes its comeback this year
Dark and Fairy-type Pokémon take center stage this season
Mighty Pokémon introduce fresh challenges, captured only with special Safari Balls

For those who missed it before, exciting news arrives as we approach year's end. While winter may seem uneventful after summer, Pokémon Go's Wild Area event returns with spectacular fanfare!

Spanning two phases – a citywide Nagasaki experience from November 7-9 followed by a global event November 15-16 – Wild Area represents Niantic's newest blockbuster adventure.

Prepare to encounter Dark and Fairy-types including newcomers like Grimmsnarl, alongside formidable Mighty Pokémon requiring special Go Safari Balls for capture.

Embrace the wild adventure

Global event tickets cost $11.99 (local pricing applies), including an exclusive flower crown accessory. The debut of Shiny Impidimp and Shiny Hatenna highlights rotating themed hours: Lurking Dark and Fanciful Fairy.

Mighty Pokémon present significant battles with enhanced stats, potentially including rare shiny variants. Despite November's chilly weather, this event offers compelling reasons to venture outdoors!

Need to polish your Pokémon Go skills beforehand? Avoid unnecessary spending by exploring our updated list of Pokémon Go Promo Codes for free upgrades.

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