GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery Timed Research: Tasks and Rewards

The GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery Timed Research becomes available as soon as Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global begins.

The six-part quest follows Professor Willow’s investigation into Mega-Evolved Mewtwo, with Trainers completing tasks, preparing for battle, and eventually choosing between the Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y paths.

Along the way, Trainers can earn useful items, Pokémon encounters, Mewtwo Candy, Mega Energy, and other themed rewards. Find all Genetic Mastery Timed Research steps, tasks, branching choices, and rewards below.

GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery (1/6)

Professor Willow has detected signs of Mewtwo nearby. Created through years of genetic engineering and designed for battle, Mewtwo will only challenge a Trainer capable of matching its immense power.

Task	Reward
Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms	6× Pinap Berry
Catch 10 Pokémon	26× Poke Ball
Make 3 Great Throws	6× Nanab Berry

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GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery (2/6)

The readings suggest this is no ordinary Mewtwo encounter: Mega-Evolved Mewtwo is searching for a challenger. Professor Willow warns Trainers to prepare carefully for its overwhelming power and psychic intensity.

Task	Reward
Power up Pokémon 10 times	1× Fast TM
Use a Fast TM	1× Charge TM
Use a Charged TM	3× Hyper Potion

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GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery (3/6)

Before confronting Mega-Evolved Mewtwo, Professor Willow encourages Trainers to deepen their understanding of Mega Evolution. Studying other Mega-Evolved Pokémon and preparing a strong team will be essential for the battle ahead.

Task	Reward
Catch 20 different species of Pokémon	1× Incubator
Hatch 2 Eggs	100× Gengar Mega Energy
Mega Evolve a Pokémon	1× Star Piece

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Branched Choice

Trainers must choose which form of Mega-Evolved Mewtwo they want to challenge. Mega Mewtwo X combines Psychic- and Fighting-type power with incredible physical strength, while Mega Mewtwo Y sacrifices size to reach even greater levels of psychic power.

Choose between the following research paths:

Mega Mewtwo X Path (4/6)

Choosing the Mega Mewtwo X path means preparing to face a Psychic- and Fighting-type opponent with extraordinary physical power. Trainers will need to stay focused and withstand its relentless attacks.

Task	Reward
Catch 3 Psychic-type Pokémon	2026× XP
Make 10 Curveball Throws	26× Great Ball
Complete 6 Field Research tasks	2026× Stardust

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Mega Mewtwo Y Path (4/6)

Choosing the Mega Mewtwo Y path means confronting a pure Psychic-type opponent with immense mental power. Careful strategy will be crucial to overcoming its overwhelming psychic strength.

Task	Reward
Catch 3 Psychic-type Pokémon	2026× XP
Make 10 Curveball Throws	26× Great Ball
Complete 6 Field Research tasks	2026× Stardust

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GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery (5/6)

After successfully overcoming the challenge, Trainers are now partnered with one of the most remarkable Pokémon Professor Willow has ever studied. The next step is to learn more about Mega-Evolved Mewtwo’s moves, strengths, and battle potential.

Task	Reward
Catch 3 Psychic-type Pokémon	2026× Stardust
Make 10 Curveball Throws	26× Ultra Ball
Complete 6 Field Research tasks	1× Super Incubator

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GO Fest 2026: Genetic Mastery (6/6)

Professor Willow reflects on how far the Trainer has come: from learning about Mewtwo’s unusual origins to standing alongside its Mega-Evolved form. With the challenge complete, it is time for the Trainer and Mewtwo to celebrate their achievement.

Task	Reward
Claim Reward	2026× XP
Claim Reward	2026× Stardust
Claim Reward	2026× XP

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