Hello Trainers! Niantic has pushed quite a few updates tonight, including a lot of details surrounding the new Mega Pokémon levels,
💡 Disclaimer: You know the drill by now, everything in this article is data mined, and therefore subject to change or not even being released at all. Keep that in mind as we go through his. All of this information is publicly provided by the PokéMiners and is included along with some of my own commentary.
Mega Pokémon
Let’s Go Mega!
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_hero_title TEXT: Let’s GO Mega! RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page1_body TEXT: • You can now Mega Evolve a Pokémon without using Mega Energy. • You can still use Mega Energy to Mega Evolve a Pokémon during its rest period. • New bonuses have been added that strengthen your bond with your Pokémon the more it Mega Evolves.
Confirmation that trainers will be able to Mega evolve a Pokémon without Mega Energy, and that Mega energy can be used to Mega evolve a Pokémon during its rest period.
Mega Levels
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page5_title TEXT: Mega Level RESOURCE ID: mega_level_up_title TEXT: Mega Level Up! RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page5_body TEXT: Each Mega-Evolved Pokémon has a Mega Level. When a Pokémon’s Mega Level increases, you’ll get increased bonuses while the Pokémon is Mega Evolved, and the period you’ll have to wait before you can Mega Evolve the Pokémon again will be shorter. Your Pokémon’s Mega Level increases each time the Pokémon Mega Evolves. RESOURCE ID: mega_level_1 TEXT: Base Level RESOURCE ID: mega_level_2 TEXT: High Level RESOURCE ID: mega_level_3 TEXT: Max Level
Mega Pokémon will have levels, and Mega evolving Pokémon will lead to those levels increasing. Mega Pokémon will have 3 levels, Base, High, and Max.
Mega Levelling Up
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_show_me_button TEXT: Show Me RESOURCE ID: mega_level_header TEXT: {0}’s Mega Level RESOURCE ID: mega_level_unlock_prompt TEXT: Tap to view Mega Level RESOURCE ID: mega_level_requirement_message TEXT: Mega Evolve {0} {1} more times to reach {2}! RESOURCE ID: mega_level_requirement_message_singular TEXT: Mega Evolve {0} {1} more time to reach {2}! RESOURCE ID: mega_level_unlock_title TEXT: You can now increase the Mega Level of this Pokémon! RESOURCE ID: mega_level_up_message TEXT: {0}’s Mega Level increased!
There will be a button to view the Mega Pokémon’s level, this screen will also tell you how many times you need to Mega Evolve the Pokémon in order to reach the next level. It also appears that you will need to Mega level the Pokémon up manually.
Daily Mega Limit
RESOURCE ID: mega_daily_limit_description TEXT: {0}’s Mega Level cannot increase further today. RESOURCE ID: mega_daily_limit_header TEXT: Daily Level Limit Met
There will be a limit to the number of times you can Mega evolve a Pokémon to increase its Mega Level.
Mega Transfer Warning
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_transfer_confirmation TEXT: This Pokémon has an increased Mega Level. Do you still want to transfer it? RESOURCE ID: batch_transfer_unique_mega_level_pokemon TEXT: {0} Mega-Leveled Pokémon
You will be given a warning when you attempt to transfer away a Pokémon that has an increased Mega level.
Mega Rest Periods
RESOURCE ID: mega_cooldown_countdown_description TEXT: Rest Period RESOURCE ID: mega_active_countdown_description TEXT: Remaining Mega Evolution Period RESOURCE ID: mega_countdown_day_and_hour TEXT: {0} Day {1} Hour RESOURCE ID: mega_countdown_day_and_hours TEXT: {0} Day {1} Hours RESOURCE ID: mega_countdown_days TEXT: {0} Days RESOURCE ID: mega_countdown_days_and_hour TEXT: {0} Days {1} Hour RESOURCE ID: mega_countdown_days_and_hours TEXT: {0} Days {1} Hours RESOURCE ID: mega_countdown_days_singular TEXT: {0} Day
The Mega cooldown is being called a Rest period, and it appears that the Rest period initially will be at least a day, likely more. It’s unclear if the Max level Rest Period will be a day or more at this point.
Free Mega Evolutions!
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page2_title TEXT: Two Ways to Mega Evolve RESOURCE ID: mega_level_unlock_message TEXT: You can Mega Evolve without Mega Energy and enjoy additional bonuses RESOURCE ID: mega_evolve_preview_first_time TEXT: After you Mega Evolve a Pokémon for the first time, you can Mega Evolve it again without Mega Energy after a rest period. After a Pokémon Mega Evolves, you’ll need to wait a while before it can Mega Evolve again without using Mega Energy. You can also use Mega Energy to Mega Evolve your Pokémon before then. RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page2_body TEXT: Using Mega Energy You can always Mega Evolve a Pokémon using Mega Energy even if the Pokémon is in a rest period. The Mega Energy required to do so will depend on the length of the rest period. Rest Your Pokémon will need to rest after Mega Evolving without using Mega Energy. A Pokémon’s rest periods will become shorter the more it Mega Evolves. RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page4_title TEXT: Rest Periods RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page4_body TEXT: After Mega Evolving, your Pokémon will be fatigued and need time before it can Mega Evolve again without using Mega Energy. You can always Mega Evolve a Pokémon using Mega Energy, even during a rest period. • A Pokémon’s rest periods will become shorter the more it Mega Evolves. • The Mega Energy required to Mega Evolve a Pokémon will decrease as the Pokémon’s rest period becomes shorter.
You will need to Mega evolve a Pokémon with Mega energy once, and then after that, you will be able to Mega evolve it for free once the Mega rest period has run out.
You will be able to Mega Evolve the Pokémon with Mega energy before the rest period runs out, and the amount of Mega energy you need to spend to do so will depend on how much time is left in the rest period.
Mega Perks
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page1_title TEXT: Mega Evolution Features RESOURCE ID: mega_perks_header TEXT: Mega Evolution Bonuses RESOURCE ID: mega_level_up_perk_message TEXT: Your Pokémon can now Mega Evolve faster without using Mega Energy! RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_cooldown_days TEXT: {0}-day Mega Evolution rest period RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_cooldown_days_singular TEXT: {0}-day Mega Evolution rest period RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_reduced_energy TEXT: Reduced Mega Energy to Mega Evolve RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_reduced_energy_great TEXT: Greatly Reduced Mega Energy Cost RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_reduced_energy_excellent TEXT: Massively Reduced Mega Energy Cost RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_page6_title TEXT: Catch Bonuses RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_xl_bonus_great TEXT: Great Candy XL Chance RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_xl_bonus_excellent TEXT: Excellent Candy XL Chance RESOURCE ID: tips_raid_tutorial_mega_attack_boost_title TEXT: Mega Attack Boost RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_attack_boost TEXT: Boosted Ally Attacks RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_candy_bonus TEXT: Catch Candy Bonus RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_candy_bonus_excellent TEXT: Great Candy Catch Bonus RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_catch_xp_bonus TEXT: Catch XP Bonus RESOURCE ID: mega_perk_catch_xp_bonus_excellent TEXT: Great Catch Xp Bonus
There are a TON of bonuses that will be coming with the Mega Levels. What’s interesting is the Great Candy XL Chance and Excellent Candy XL Chance. Is that a higher chance to get XL candy with Great or Excellent throws respectfully, or is that just Niantic wording the bonus for the High and Max levels?
Let’s all Mega the Lobby!
RESOURCE ID: mega_evolve_energy_prompt TEXT: Tap to Mega Evolve! RESOURCE ID: mega_evolve_free_prompt TEXT: Tap to Mega Evolve! RESOURCE ID: mega_evolve_lobby_toast TEXT: Select a Pokémon to Mega Evolve! RESOURCE ID: mega_evolve_pokemon TEXT: Mega Evolve {0}
We’re finally going to be able to Mega evolve Pokémon from the raid lobby! This is a massive Quality of Life update, and something that is a long time coming.
Mega PvP?
RESOURCE ID: mega_level_tutorial_hero_body TEXT: Mega Evolution temporarily changes a Pokémon’s appearance and increases its strength. Mega-Evolved Pokémon can be used in Gyms, raids, and Trainer Battles. You can use only one Mega-Evolved Pokémon at a time.
This bit mentions trainer battles, which could be Team Go Rocket battles, but it could be PvP. We are getting a ‘MEGA” GBL day at the end of the current season. So who knows.
Mudkip Community Day
RESOURCE ID: community_day_mudkip_event_name TEXT: Mudkip Community Day Classic RESOURCE ID: general1.ticket.2_mudkt_description TEXT: A ticket to access the Mudkip Community Day Classic Special Research on April 10, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, wherever you are. Details can be found in the in-game News. YOU MUST PLAY DURING THE SPECIFIED TIME TO RECEIVE ALL THE SPECIAL EVENT BONUSES. RESOURCE ID: general1.ticket.2_mudkt_title TEXT: Mudkip Community Day Classic Ticket RESOURCE ID: item_event_ticket_pink_desc TEXT: A ticket to access Special Research on April 10, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, wherever you are. RESOURCE ID: item_event_ticket_pink_details TEXT: This ticket will automatically activate to give you access to Special Research on April 10, 2022, wherever you are. RESOURCE ID: ticket_mudkip TEXT: Ticket for the Mudkip Community Day Classic Special Research story available in the shop
All the standard stuff for Mudkip Community Day Classic
Quests and Snapshots
RESOURCE ID: spawn_mudkip TEXT: More Mudkip are appearing in the wild RESOURCE ID: photobomb_five_mudkip TEXT: 5 surprise encounters with Mudkip in GO Snapshot RESOURCE ID: quest_mudkt_catch_b TEXT: Catch {0} Mudkip RESOURCE ID: quest_mudkt_evolve_b TEXT: Evolve {0} Mudkip RESOURCE ID: quest_mudkt_evolve_s1 TEXT: Evolve {0} Marshtomp
The quests and Snapshots
Special Research Texts
Step 1
RESOURCE ID: quest_title_mudkt_0 TEXT: Mudkip Community Day Classic (1/4) RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_0_0 TEXT: Hello, %PLAYERNAME%! You’ve caught me at a curious time. You see, I was just out for a walk, thinking about how much I’d love to see a Mudkip, when—wouldn’t you know it—I came across a whole mess of them! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_0_1 TEXT: Did you know that Mudkip sleep by burying themselves in soil at the water’s edge? Sounds adorable, right? RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_0_2 TEXT: One of the many things that’s always impressed me about Mudkip is how strong it is in spite of its size. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_0_3 TEXT: When faced with a tight situation in battle, Mudkip will unleash its amazing power. It can even crush rocks much bigger than itself! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_0_4 TEXT: It would be less than ideal if all these Mudkip were to do that right now... And yet, the researcher in me is curious to see it happen! Haha! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_0_5 TEXT: Anyway, what do you say we do a bit of research on Mudkip, %PLAYERNAME%?
Willow is low key psychic?
Step 2
RESOURCE ID: quest_title_mudkt_0 TEXT: Mudkip Community Day Classic (2/4) RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_1_0 TEXT: Welcome back, %PLAYERNAME%. I see you’ve brought a Mudkip with you—nice work! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_1_1 TEXT: Using the fin on its head, Mudkip senses the flow of water to keep track of what’s going on around it. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_1_2 TEXT: I got a bit too close during my observations earlier, and those Mudkip splashed mud all over my coat! Which actually got me thinking about Mudkip’s Evolution, Marshtomp. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_1_3 TEXT: Living on muddy ground that provides poor footing has made Marshtomp’s legs sturdy. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_1_4 TEXT: And because it’s used to such slippery surfaces, Marshtomp can quickly overwhelm foes mired in mud. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_1_5 TEXT: While I clean my coat off, why don’t you try evolving your Mudkip so you can see Marshtomp firsthand, %PLAYERNAME%?
Mudkip doing Mudkip things to Willow’s coat.
Step 3
RESOURCE ID: quest_title_mudkt_0 TEXT: Mudkip Community Day Classic (3/4) RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_0 TEXT: I knew I should’ve brought an extra coat with me... Ah! Welcome back, %PLAYERNAME%. That’s a very sturdy-looking Marshtomp you have with you. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_1 TEXT: Don’t you think it’s inspiring how Pokémon thrive in all sorts of environments? Mudkip and Marshtomp seem like an especially versatile bunch. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_2 TEXT: Now, I have some exciting news. I caught a glimpse of some Swampert—Marshtomp’s Evolution—while you were away! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_3 TEXT: Swampert can not only break boulders into pieces with one swing of its arms, but it can also predict storms by sensing subtle differences in the sounds of waves and tidal winds with its fins! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_4 TEXT: I tend to get so engrossed in my research that I lose track of my surroundings, so having a Swampert around might be just what I need. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_5 TEXT: ...What’s that? I could just try to pay a bit more attention myself? Well, I suppose that’s an option... But not quite as fun, don’t you think? Haha! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_2_6 TEXT: Why don’t you try evolving your Marshtomp, %PLAYERNAME%?
Why pay attention yourself when you can have a Pokémon do it for you, right?
Step 4
RESOURCE ID: quest_title_mudkt_0 TEXT: Mudkip Community Day Classic (4/4) RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_3_0 TEXT: Wow, %PLAYERNAME%! It’s hard to believe that Swampert of yours was once a tiny, adorable Mudkip. Pokémon really are incredible! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_3_1 TEXT: Swampert tend to make nests near beautiful beaches, and it’s strong enough to tow a large ship. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_3_2 TEXT: I guess you know which Pokémon to bring with you on your next beach vacation, eh? RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_3_3 TEXT: You know, the last time I saw Mudkip appearing en masse like they are today, I also saw all manner of Trainers out exploring and researching, too. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_3_4 TEXT: It always fills me with joy to see everyone having fun with Pokémon. I hope you’ve enjoyed yourself today as well! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_mudkt_3_5 TEXT: As for me, I think it’s time I stomp on home. I’ll be in touch!
Bye Willow!
Buddy Widget
RESOURCE ID: buddy_widget_description TEXT: Use Adventure Sync to track Buddy heart progress when Pokémon GO is in the background RESOURCE ID: buddy_widget_title TEXT: Adventure Sync: Buddy
We’re getting another Widget, a Buddy widget. You’ll be able to track you buddy hearts in this widget.
Team Skull Clothing/Pose
RESOURCE ID: f_avatar_poses_bundle_pose_35 TEXT: Team Skull Pose RESOURCE ID: avatar_f_face_teamskull_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Team Skull Mask RESOURCE ID: avatar_f_hat_teamskull_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Team Skull Beanie RESOURCE ID: avatar_f_pants_teamskull_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Team Skull Shorts RESOURCE ID: avatar_f_shirt_teamskull_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Team Skull Tank Top Set RESOURCE ID: avatar_f_shoes_teamskull_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Team Skull Shoes
A pose and a set of clothes have been pushed for Team Skull.
Graphics Settings
RESOURCE ID: settings_advanced_adjust_performance TEXT: Adjust Performance RESOURCE ID: settings_advanced_adjust_performance_sub TEXT: Optimize your gameplay based on your device, which may provide better performance or save battary life. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_are_you_sure_discard_changes_message TEXT: If you choose to discard changes, this action cannot be undone. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_are_you_sure_discard_changes_title TEXT: Are you sure you want discard changes to your performance? RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_are_you_sure_save_changes_message TEXT: When changing your performance, game experience may vary. If you choose to save changes, your game will be restarted. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_are_you_sure_save_changes_message_short TEXT: When changing your performance, game experience may vary. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_are_you_sure_save_changes_title TEXT: Are you sure you want to save changes to your performance? RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_back TEXT: BACK RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_device_is_not_compatible_for_performance TEXT: This device is not compatible for {0} performance. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_discard_changes TEXT: DISCARD CHANGES RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_help_text TEXT: Optimize your gameplay based on your device, which may provide better performance or save battery life. Changes made will require you to restart the game. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_help_title TEXT: Performance RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_no_changes_made_to_perf TEXT: No changes have been made to your performance. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_no_changes_made_to_perf_to_save TEXT: No changes have been made to your performance to save changes to. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_performance TEXT: PERFORMANCE RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_recommended TEXT: (Recommended) RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_save TEXT: SAVE RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_save_changes TEXT: SAVE CHANGES RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_device_is_not_compatible_for_smoother_gameplay TEXT: This device's native refresh rate is not compatible for smoother gameplay. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_enable_native_refresh_rate TEXT: Enable Native Refresh Rate RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_high_description TEXT: Better graphics RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_high_incompatible TEXT: This device is not compatible for high performance. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_low_description TEXT: Power saving RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_max_description TEXT: Best graphics and smooth performance RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_max_incompatible TEXT: This device is not compatible for max performance. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_medium_description TEXT: Moderate quality and performance RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_medium_incompatible TEXT: This device is not compatible for medium performance. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_native_refresh_rate TEXT: NATIVE REFRESH RATE RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_native_refresh_rate_descr TEXT: Unlock your device’s native refresh rate for higher FPS. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v1_native_refresh_rate_incompatible_descr TEXT: This device's native refresh rate is not compatible for smoother gameplay. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_are_you_sure_auto_set_perf TEXT: Are you sure you want to auto-set your performance? RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_auto_set TEXT: AUTO-SET RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_auto_set_auto_adjust TEXT: Auto-set automatically adjusts the performance options based on your device. This action cannot be undone. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_auto_set_performance TEXT: Auto-Set Performance RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_auto_set_tip TEXT: Your performance is adjusted as recommended. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_avatar_details TEXT: Avatar Details RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_avatar_details_tip TEXT: Affects the resoultion of your Avatar and Friend Profiles on Friend List. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_device_is_not_compatible_for_max TEXT: This device is not compatible for Max performance. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_device_not_compatible TEXT: This device is not compatible. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_high_description TEXT: Better quality graphics RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_image_cache TEXT: Download Image RAM Cache RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_image_cache_max TEXT: 32MB RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_image_cache_middle TEXT: 16MB RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_image_cache_min TEXT: 1MB RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_image_cache_tip TEXT: Amount of memory that affects the loading time of images. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_low_description TEXT: Power saving RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_map_details TEXT: Map Details RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_map_details_tip TEXT: Improved map drawing distance and scale, fog distance, gyms, sky, and show buildings RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_max_description TEXT: Best graphics and smooth performance RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_medium_description TEXT: Moderator quality and performance RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_native_refresh_rate TEXT: Native Refresh Rate RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_native_refresh_rate_disabled_tip TEXT: This device's native refresh rate is not compatible for smoother gameplay. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_native_refresh_rate_tip TEXT: Higher FPS based on your device. Affects how smooth and responsice the game looks. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_perf_set_as_recommended TEXT: Your performance is already set as recommended. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_performance_preset TEXT: Performance Preset RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_performance_preset_descr TEXT: Performance presets allow you to adjust multiple options at once. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_quality_preset_updated_to TEXT: Quality Preset has been updated to RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_r_and_t_max TEXT: Highest Quality RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_r_and_t_middle TEXT: Balanced RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_r_and_t_min TEXT: Power Saving RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_render_and_texture TEXT: Render and Texture RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_render_and_texture_tip TEXT: Affects the loading and resolution of the image quality. RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_set_to TEXT: Set to RESOURCE ID: adv_perf_v2_your_perf_auto_set_to_recommended TEXT: Your performance has been auto-set to the recommended preset. RESOURCE ID: use_system_settings TEXT: Use System Settings RESOURCE ID: performance_successfully_updated TEXT: Performance has been successfully updated! RESOURCE ID: adv_perv_v1_performance_preset TEXT: PERFORMANCE PRESETS RESOURCE ID: adv_set_custom TEXT: Custom RESOURCE ID: adv_set_high TEXT: High RESOURCE ID: adv_set_low TEXT: Low RESOURCE ID: adv_set_max TEXT: Max RESOURCE ID: adv_set_medium TEXT: Medium
Quite a few new settings to alter the quality of the graphics, including 4 presets Low, Medium, High, and Max. There are also a bunch of typos in there as well, so if you’re reading this Niantic these bits are probably worth a read through. 🙂
Change your in-game language
RESOURCE ID: change_the_language_setting_and_restart_app TEXT: This will change the language setting to {0}. Restart the app to apply settings?
You’ll soon be able to change the language in-game as opposed to it being locked to your phone’s language.
That’s all for now, stay safe out there.