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Slakoth Wearing a Visor Debuts in Pokémon GO Slumbering Sands Event
Enjoy sleepy summertime vibes with Pokémon known for catching their share of zzz’s.
Trainers interested in expanding their collection of Pokémon wearing stylish headwear are in for a treat with the Pokémon GO Slumbering Sands event. From June 7 at 10:00 a.m. to June 12, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time, Slakoth wearing a visor, Vigoroth wearing a visor, and Slaking wearing a visor will all be available for the first time in Pokémon GO. Enjoy double XP for catching Pokémon, which will come in handy with plenty of sleepy, beachy Pokémon appearing in the wild. Keep an eye out for Psyduck, Slowpoke, Drowzee, Mareep, Slakoth wearing a visor, Oranguru, Sandygast, Munna, and Komala.
Despite the restful theme of this event, there will be plenty of opportunities to exercise your skills as a Pokémon Trainer with research. Complete event-themed Field Research tasks to earn encounters with Psyduck, Drowzee, Mareep, Slakoth wearing a visor, Oranguru, Sandygast, and Komala. Trainers who connect a Pokémon GO Plus + device can enjoy Timed Research opportunities with rewards including Stardust and encounters with Snorlax wearing a nightcap, Slakoth wearing a visor, and Komala.
The event goes yawn with paid Timed Research, which is available for US$2.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency). Rewards for completing this research include a Komala Backpack avatar item, Stardust, XP, Silver Pinap Berries, encounters with Slakoth wearing a visor and Komala, and more. Trainers must complete the research and claim rewards before June 12, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Don’t snooze on this event, Trainers!
Source: Pokemon.com
Kick back and relax during the Slumbering Sands event!
Slumbering Sands
Friday, June 7, at 10:00 a.m. to Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time
Event Bonus
- 2× XP for catching Pokémon
Surprise Encounters
Smile! You might have a surprise encounter with event-themed Pokémon when you take a snapshot during the event!
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.
Psyduck*
Slowpoke*
Drowzee*
Mareep*
Slakoth wearing a visor*
Oranguru*
Sandygast
Some Trainers might even encounter the following! For the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Komala—if you’re lucky!
Munna*
Komala*
Field Research Task Rewards
Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available!
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks! Slakoth wearing a visor and Komala encountered via Field Research will have a greater chance of being Shiny Pokémon than when found in the wild.
Psyduck*
Drowzee*
Mareep*
Slakoth wearing a visor*
Oranguru*
Sandygast
Komala*
Timed Research
Timed Research will be available for Trainers who connect a Pokémon GO Plus +!**
Pokémon GO Plus + lets you play Pokémon GO when you don’t feel like looking at your phone. Using the auto-throw function, you’ll be able to automatically throw Poké Balls at wild Pokémon, while the auto-spin function automatically spins PokéStops. You can also adjust the settings to switch between throwing Great Balls or Ultra Balls. You can also use a Pokémon GO Plus + to easily track your sleep with Pokémon Sleep. Just press the center button and place it by your pillow.
After you pair the Pokémon GO Plus + with Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to take on Timed Research that awards Stardust and encounters with the following event-themed Pokémon.
- Snorlax wearing a nightcap*
- Slakoth wearing a visor*
- Komala*
Paid Timed Research
For US$2.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive Timed Research.
Timed Research rewards include the following.
- Komala Backpack avatar item
- Encounters with Komala and Slakoth wearing a visor
- Stardust, XP, Silver Pinap Berries, and more!
Collection Challenge
An event-themed Collection Challenge is coming!
Complete the Collection Challenge to receive Stardust, XP, and an encounter with Komala.
PokéStop Showcases
Be on the lookout for Showcases at different PokéStops where you can enter event-themed Pokémon!
Pokémon GO Web Store
Don’t forget to check out the Pokémon GO Web Store for all the best deals.
Now even more Trainers can enjoy the web store! Trainers with Pokémon Trainer Club (PTC) accounts will now be able to log in to the Pokémon GO Web Store with the same credentials used to log in to Pokémon GO. And don’t forget, Trainers can get a 15% discount on their first web store purchase of any item that costs US$9.99 or more!
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.
—The Pokémon GO team
Source: Official Pokémon GO blog
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