Niantic now distributing EX Raid Passes to catch the new Mythical Pokémon Deoxys for the first time in Pokémon GO

Niantic has confirmed that the next Mythical Pokémon to be added to Pokémon GO is none other than the DNA Pokémon, Deoxys, which will soon be available for the first time via EX Raid Battles. This Psychic-type Mythical Pokémon will be available to challenge in its Normal Forme beginning with the next cycle of EX Raid invitations. You can become eligible … Continue reading Niantic now distributing EX Raid Passes to catch the new Mythical Pokémon Deoxys for the first time in Pokémon GO

New Pokémon GO update 1.85.5 now live on iOS to fix major crash issue

Pokémon GO was recently updated globally to version 1.85.5 and 0.115.3 on iOS and Android, respectively, implementing a new QR Codes feature, various bug fixes, a new UI for notifications and more. A previous update - version 1.85.4 - was plagued by a widespread issue that caused the Pokémon GO app to crash upon loading on iOS. However, the latest update … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update 1.85.5 now live on iOS to fix major crash issue

Niantic confirms widespread Pokémon GO crash issue with update version 1.85.4 on iOS and provides temporary fix

Pokémon GO was recently updated globally to version 1.85.4 and 0.115.3 on iOS and Android, respectively, implementing a new QR Codes feature, various bug fixes, a new UI for notifications and more. Unfortunately, the latest update also implemented a new issue that causes the Pokémon GO app to crash upon loading on iOS. The official announcement from the development team at … Continue reading Niantic confirms widespread Pokémon GO crash issue with update version 1.85.4 on iOS and provides temporary fix

Major Pokémon GO update 1.85.2 and 0.111.4 now live on iOS and Android, implements Niantic Kids, new Friends List features, Raid notification, bug fixes to Berry, Pokémon GO Plus issues and more

A brand-new update is in the process of being rolled out to all players of Pokémon GO, bringing the immensely-popular mobile game to version 1.85.2 and 0.111.4 across on iOS and Android devices, respectively. According to official patch notes, the latest update implements a number of bug fixes and changes. It implements the new log-in platform Niantic … Continue reading Major Pokémon GO update 1.85.2 and 0.111.4 now live on iOS and Android, implements Niantic Kids, new Friends List features, Raid notification, bug fixes to Berry, Pokémon GO Plus issues and more

Pokémon GO developer Niantic confirms Berry-fed Pokémon issues and extends research tasks deadline to August 27

Pokémon GO developer Niantic has confirmed the existence of issues occurring when encountering a Pokémon that you have previously fed a Berry to. Therefore, the developer has extended the deadline to claim research tasks to August 27 in order to resolve this issue. The official statement from the development team is as follows: Encountering a … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic confirms Berry-fed Pokémon issues and extends research tasks deadline to August 27

Niantic finally confirms Pokémon GO Field Research reward bug with Ditto

The latest set of Field Research tasks is now available in Pokémon GO, focusing on Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region. As you complete these tasks, you may be able to encounter Pokémon such as Pikachu, Ditto and Eevee. And, if you collect enough stamps to earn a Research Breakthrough, you’ll have an opportunity to catch an immense Snorlax that knows Body Slam, a unique move … Continue reading Niantic finally confirms Pokémon GO Field Research reward bug with Ditto

Pokémon GO Fest 2018 ran without any issues unlike last year, attendees received a cool map displaying different habitats and locations

For the most part, Pokémon GO Fest 2018 ran without any issues - thanks to stable connections and a plethora of things for fans to do. The following excerpts from Pokémon GO Fest 2018 participant Allegra Frank of Polygon: "It’s fair to call 2017’s Pokémon Go Fest a total failure. The inaugural,outdoor event was plagued … Continue reading Pokémon GO Fest 2018 ran without any issues unlike last year, attendees received a cool map displaying different habitats and locations

Niantic resolves Pokémon GO and Ingress technical issues that caused outages, July 17

Niantic has confirmed that a technical issue was recently causing outages for both of its mobile games – Pokémon GO and Ingress. However, you can rest assured that the developer is aware of this problem and has managed to resolve it. Niantic’s statement on the matter is as follows: Trainers, the technical issues have been resolved. Thanks for your … Continue reading Niantic resolves Pokémon GO and Ingress technical issues that caused outages, July 17