Niantic is now planning a way to make it up to Pokémon GO players all over the world for this weekend’s Elite Raid issues, especially those in the GMT +13 time zone

Niantic has updated the official Known Issues support page for Pokémon GO. Read on below to learn more:

Some Trainers experiencing issues with Elite Raids

Last updated: 3/11/23

Some Trainers experiencing issues with Elite Raids
Issue description: Some Trainers had issues joining Elite Raid Lobbies or entering Elite Raid Battles once the timer ended. Some Trainers in the GMT +13 time zone were unable to join Elite Raids at all.
Issue status: Resolved

Trainers,

We apologize for this weekend’s Elite Raid issues and the impact they had on your experience.

We’re planning a way to make it up to Trainers all over the world, especially those in the GMT +13 time zone. Please stay tuned for details. pic.twitter.com/JFJhH6vryC
— Pokémon GO (@PokemonGoApp) March 16, 2023

We have resolved an issue preventing Trainers from joining Elite Raids. By way of apology, we have added an additional day of Elite Raids on March 12 local time for Trainers in the GMT +13 timezone. Thanks for your understanding.
— Niantic Support (@NianticHelp) March 10, 2023