As we prepare to wrap up the Season of Heritage, Go Tour: Johto is right around the corner. In order to help us all prepare for what is one of the two biggest yearly events in the game, Niantic is dropping an event with a definite theme based around Pokeballs, and ways to obtain them. It's time to stock up, because we've got a lot of catching to do in the near future!
| Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|
| February 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time | February 25, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time |
- Hisuian Voltorb will be able to evolve into Hisuian Electrode for the first time
- An avatar set based on Ball Guy from Galar will be available in the shop (see the title image for the outfit)
- A research line will be available that will reward Pokeballs, Great Balls, and Ultra Balls
- Buddies will bring gifts that contain Pokeballs
- A special set of Pokemon will be available in the wild
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Trainers,
Are you ready for Pokémon GO Tour: Johto?
To help Trainers all over the world get ready—and to make sure everybody has more than enough Poké Balls to catch all their favorite Pokémon originally discovered in the Johto region—we’re happy to announce the GO Tour Poké Ball Prep Rally event!
But that’s not all! Several ball-like Pokémon will be appearing, and this event will also mark Hisuian Electrode’s Pokémon GO debut! Make sure to catch Hisuian Voltorb and get ready for this glimpse into the Hisui region of the Pokémon Legends: Arceus game on Nintendo Switch.
And of course, no Poké Ball celebration would be complete without Ball Guy! You’ll be able to dress up as the mysterious mascot of the Galar Pokémon League with a new Ball Guy costume avatar item.
GO Tour Poké Ball Prep Rally
Friday, February 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to Friday, February 25, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time
The GO Tour Poké Ball Prep Rally event will take place from Friday, February 18, 2022, to Friday, February 25, 2022. You’ll be able to complete research tasks to earn Poké Balls and catch Pokémon like Hisuian Voltorb and Amoonguss. Plus, Hisuian Electrode will be making its Pokémon GO debut!
Hisuian Electrode
After some extensive research, Professor Willow has confirmed that Hisuian Voltorb—a Pokémon known to inhabit the Hisui region of the Pokémon Legends: Arceus game—can evolve into Hisuian Electrode!
You’ll need 50 Voltorb Candy to evolve Hisuian Voltorb.*
Hisuian Electrode
*You’ll also be able to evolve Hisuian Voltorb into Hisuian Electrode after the event ends.
New Avatar Item: Ball Guy Costume Heading to Pokémon GO
Dress up as an iconic and mysterious character known to appear at the Galar Pokémon League with a new avatar outfit! This outstanding outfit will be available in the shop at the start of this event.
Timed Research
During the event, Timed Research that rewards Poké Balls will be available.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will be appearing more frequently in the wild.
Voltorb
Hisuian Voltorb
Koffing
Marill
Wailmer
Solosis
Foongus
If you’re lucky, you might encounter the following.
Jigglypuff
Electrode
Amoonguss
Galarian Stunfisk
If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny Pokémon!
Bonuses
Buddies will bring you Poké Balls in Gifts
Field Research Task Rewards
Complete certain Field Research tasks to earn Poké Balls, Great Balls, and Ultra Balls.
Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated. For the latest on in-game events and feature updates, be sure to check this help center article.
—The Pokémon GO team
