Niantic has updated all the events lined up for October 2021 in Pokemon GO. Pokemon GO October 2021 will have a colossal kickoff with the Zarude debut. Niantic is bringing back Genesect, Altered Forme Giratina, and Darkrai to Pokemon GO Raids. Not only that, a lot of featured Pokémon, Researches and other bonuses are waiting. So for you to get things ready, here’s everything you need to know.
October Research Breakthrough encounters
From October 1 to November 1, you will encounter Yamask in Research Breakthrough encounters for the entire month.
Weekly Bundles
Every Monday throughout October, a one-time purchase bundle will be available in the shop for 1 PokéCoin. It contains a Remote Raid Pass and other items.
Legendary Pokémon Raids
Niantic is bringing back Genesect, Altered Forme Giratina, and Darkrai to the Pokemon GO five-star raids.
- Genesect (holding a Douse Drive) – October 1 to 12
- Altered Forme Giratina – October 12 to 22
- Darkrai (knows Sludge Bomb) – October 22 to November 5
If you are lucky, you might get a chance to encounter Shiny Giratina✨ and Shiny Darkrai✨.
Every Wednesday in October, a Raid Hour event will occur from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM [local time]. The following Legendary Pokemon, including Darkrai, will take more gyms during the Raid Hour on that day.
| Date | Raid Hour Pokémon |
|---|---|
| October 6 | Genesect (holding a Douse Drive) |
| October 13 | Altered Forme Giratina |
| October 20 | Altered Forme Giratina |
| October 27 | Darkrai (knows Sludge Bomb) |
Mega Raid Schedule
In addition, the following Mega-Evolved Pokémon will appear in Mega Raids throughout October 2021 in Pokemon GO. Niantic is bringing the new Mega Evolution for Absol.
| Date | Mega Raid |
|---|---|
| October 1 to October 22 | Mega Gengar |
| October 22 to November 5 | Mega Absol |
Pokémon Spotlight Hours
Pokémon Spotlight Hour will take place every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM [local time].
| Date | Spotlight Pokemon | Special Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| October 5 | Drifloon | 2x Evolution XP |
| October 12 | Gastly | 2x Stardust |
| October 19 | Gothita | 2x Catch XP |
| October 26 | Murkrow | 2x Evolution XP |
October Community Day
Upcoming Events
- Movie tie-in event: Niantic is celebrating the release of Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle with a special event by adding the Mythical Pokémon Zarude to Pokemon GO. This event starts on October 1 and lasts till October 10. You can encounter Zarude through a free Special Research story available to collect only during the event.
- Niantic’s Birthday: Niantic is giving away a free box in celebration of its birthday. Login to Pokémon GO on October 6, between 11 AM to 5 PM [local time], to collect the free box.
- Pokémon GO Halloween returns: From October 15 to 31, an annual spooky event takes place. Event-themed costumed Pokémon will appear in the wild, and a Halloween-themed Special Research story will be available. Niantic is yet to announce more things about this event soon.
You can read the official blog for more info. There are many things scheduled to happen in October, and we hope you Catch ‘em All.
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