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New Years 2023

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Article by Brian Tein

2022 was definitely a year for many of us. It was a hard year on Pokemon Go players in particular, but we'll talk more about that soon enough. For now, it's time to celebrate 2023 and enjoy the prospect that a new year brings. To help us, Niantic has given us an event with a focus on ushering in the new year.

New Years 2023

Event Start Event End
December 31, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time January 4, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. local time
  • 1/2 Hatch Distance when eggs are placed in an incubator during the event, and 1/4 Harch Distance for the first three eggs hatched during the event with the Egg Hatch Widget
  • New Years 2023 Field Research will be available, rewarding players with Stardust
  • A special Collection Challenge will be available
  • A new Avatar item set will be available for purchase
  1. A special selection of Pokemon will be available in the wild, all three of which will have special costumes
  • A special selection of Pokemon will be available from 7km Eggs
  • A special selection of Pokemon will be available via raids
    • All candidates from 1-3 Stars wearing special costumes
    • Reshiram will have access to its first Signature Move for the first time in Pokemon Go; Fusion Flare
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About the Author(s)

Gamepress Pokemon Go site lead with a focus on theorycrafting and gameplay optimization and a background in business management and freelance writing.  A bit of a hermit, but also an outdoors enthusiast who loves cycling and hiking. Long-time Gamepress fan who is very proud to be a part of the team.

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