Pokemon GO’s new Research system goes live!

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Be sure to hop on to our Discord, we’re crowd sourcing information about Mew and the new Mythical story quest! Seriously, get in, the #special-research channel is booming with info!


Pokemon GO’s new Research System is now live, bringing two new ways to play the game:

  • Field Research is basically daily quests which yields a reward for collecting seven research stamps. You can obtain one research stamp every day. You can read in-depth about the new Field Research system here.
  • Special Research is a new story mode that features a special quest chain that finally unlocks Mew, enabling trainers across the globe to capture the elusive Gen 1 Mythical. You can read in-depth about the new Special Research system here.
    • Our guide to A Mythical Discovery is in progress

Mew’s mysterious release in Pokemon GO was long overdue, so players’ excitement is off the charts. In collaboration with Nidos Pokemon GO Argentina, we’ve prepared a great info graphic about Mew:

Mew Pokemon GO info graphic
Mew Pokemon GO info graphic, collaboration with Nidos Pokemon GO Argentina

The Research system (popularly called quests) brings a new twist to the well known formula. The following was shared in a recent Developer Insights post by Niantic:

  • The new system should accommodate nearly any exploration style, from solo players to groups, from beginners to advanced players
  • Many quests will focus on skill and execution rather than depending on random chances (for example score three Great Throws in a row)
  • The feature should make the game more re-playable and provide a fresh set of challenges on a continuous basis
  • More difficult quests will grant better rewards or even opportunities to encounter an elusive Pokémon
  • Some quests will be themed, for example a task involving catching a set number of FIRE types could lead to an encounter with a powerful Fire-type Pokémon
  • Field Research tasks vary in difficulty and time required. Some quests can be completed in 15-30 minutes, while some may take a whole day to finish

The Research system offers rewards, infinite stream of daily quests and prominent appearances from Professor Willow himself. We’ll keep you updated, so keep coming back for more Mew news.

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