Coming this week in Pokémon GO, commencing 3rd October, we have the end of the Fashion Week event, the Evolving Stars event and more!
Evolving Stars Event
Cosmoem
From Wednesday, October 5, 2022 10:00 am local time to Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 8:00 pm local time we have the first ever Evolving Stars event. We’re celebrating Pokémon evolutions, and the variety of ways in which different Pokémon evolve, with a special focus on Cosmoem, the Protostar Pokémon.
Cosmog’s story will continue on throughout the Season of Light, and a new part of this research will unlock during the Evolving Stars event. Complete this next step to carry on your stellar adventure with Cosmog.
Mega Gyarados Raid Day
Gyarados (Mega)
On Saturday 8 October, 2022 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm local time, Mega Gyarados will appear more frequently in raids.
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You can receive up to 5 additional raid passes by spinning photo discs at gyms
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You'll have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Gyarados
Fashion Week
From September 27 10a.m local time, to October 3, 2022, 8 P.M. local time, Fashion Week is back!
Mareanie and Toxapex, the Brutal Star Pokémon, and shiny Furfrou, will make their Pokémon GO debut.
Diglett, Dugtrio, Absol and Toxicroak wearing fashionable costumes will also make their debut in Pokémon GO.
GO Battle League Season 12
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GO Battle League: Season of Light will start on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT -7)
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End-of-Season rewards will be available on the battle screen.
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Your GO Battle League rank will be reset.
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Rank-up requirements will remain the same as the prior Season.
Sep 29-Oct 6
Oct 6-Oct 13
- 🟣 Master League*
- 🧬 Evolution Cup*
(*) 3x Stardust from win rewards (this does not include end of set rewards)
Spotlight Hour
Tuesday 4th October 6pm till 7pm local time we have Purrloin as the featured Pokémon for spotlight hour, along with a 2x XP for evolving Pokémon.
Raid Hour
Wednesday 5th October 6pm till 7pm local time Yveltal will be appearing in raids for raid hour.
October 2022 Research Breakthrough
From October 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT -7) to November 1, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
PDT (GMT -7) Shedinja will be the weekly research breakthrough box reward. For the first time in Pokémon GO, it can be shiny!
Mega Raids
From Friday, September 27, 2022 to Friday, October 8, 2022 Mega Lopunny will be appearing in Mega Raids.
From October 8, 2022 to Friday, October 20, 2022 Mega Manectric will be appearing in Mega Raids.
Five Star Raids
From September 27 to October 8, 2022, Yveltal will be appearing in Five-Star Raids. It will be making their shiny debut!
From October 8 to October 20, 2022, Xerneas will be appearing in Five-Star Raids. It will be making their shiny debut!
October Research Tasks
For a full list of October 2022 research tasks and rewards check out our article here.
Season of Light Special Research
Full guide here: A Cosmic Companion Special Research (Season of Light)
Season of Light Special Research is available to claim from Thursday, September 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 9:59 a.m. local time. New parts of the Special Research will unlock over the course of the Season, so be sure to follow along!
Save Shadow Latios!
Giovanni doesn’t do anything half way! After trainers around the world saved Shadow Latias, the Team GO Rocket Boss has managed to get his hands on a Shadow Latios. It needs your help! Get ready to face off against Giovanni and save Shadow Latios.
Season of Light
Season of Light Bonuses
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From September 1, 2022, 10:00 AM - December 1, 2022, 10:00 AM
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Cosmog, the Legendary Nebula Pokémon, debuts in Pokémon GO
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Season long Special Research featuring Cosmog, with a new chapter releasing every month
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Increased damage for Pokémon participating in Raids remotely
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Guaranteed Gifts from PokéStop spins
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Increased Incense effectiveness while moving
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Up to two free Raid Passes per day by spinning Gym Photo Discs
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Additional items from Research Breakthroughs
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Increased Stardust reward for Research Breakthroughs
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Increased Stardust from Gifts
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Cosmog Hat avatar item available in the in-game shop
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Season-themed stickers available from Gifts, PokéStops and the in-game shop
Seasonal Rotations
Different Pokémon will be appearing in the wild during the Season, including iconic Pokémon from all generations. As the Season changes, different Pokémon will be appearing in different areas across the world.
Cities
Forests
Mountains
Beach & Water
Northern Hemishpere
Southern Hemishpere
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Season of Light Eggs
The following Pokémon will be hatching from Eggs this Season.
