Pokemon Go will host the Aquatic Paradise event in concert with the New York City Go Fest

Get ready to dive into the Aquatic Paradise event in Pokémon Go, running from July 6th to 9th! This event brings the watery fun of Pokémon Go Fest 2024: New York City to trainers worldwide. Expect increased encounters with water-type Pokémon like Horsea, Staryu, Wingull, and Ducklett in the wild and through quests. Using Incense will attract rarer Pokémon such as Shellder, Lapras, Finneon, and Frillish, with a chance to find shiny variants! Enjoy a 2x XP bonus for catching Pokémon.

Field Research tasks will reward encounters with Corphish, Clamperl, Finneon, and Frillish. A collaborative Collection Challenge offers additional rewards and encounters.

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For even more aquatic adventures, consider the paid Timed Research ($1.99), offering quests focused on exploration and catching Pokémon. Rewards include Ducklett encounters, four Lucky Eggs, two Incense, and 20 Ducklett Candy.

NYC Pokémon Go Fest attendees: Don't forget to redeem the code GOFEST2024 at the Pokémon Go Web Store for a free Premium Battle Pass and Incubator with any purchase!