Get ready for a home run! Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) are teaming up to bring augmented reality excitement to select ballparks. This exciting collaboration adds officially branded PokéStops and Gyms to participating stadiums, enhancing the game-day experience for fans.
Pokémon GO and MLB Partnership Details:
The partnership, announced February 12, 2025, transforms select MLB games into Pokémon GO events. Attendees can expect:
- Team-branded merchandise giveaways.
- Exclusive in-game avatar items.
- Special timed research tasks rewarding Pokémon encounters.
- Raid Battles with chances to catch Pokémon featuring unique location backgrounds.
Event Dates and Locations:
The fun begins May 9th, 2025, with the Cleveland Guardians, and concludes September 7th, 2025, with the Texas Rangers. A complete list of participating teams and dates is available on the official Pokémon GO news site. While the collaboration is initially limited, fans are hopeful for future expansion. Concerns have been raised regarding potential strain on cellular data networks during these events.
Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles Update:
The Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles event is adding a star-studded element. Popular Pokémon GO influencers will be making in-person appearances for meet-and-greets!
Confirmed influencers include:
- AwesomeAdam
- PokeDaxi
- The Trainer Club
- JTGily
- ZoëTwoDots
- Keibron Gamer
- Landoralpha
- Couple of Gaming
These influencers will be available for meet-and-greets daily from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (PST). Due to potential high demand, lines may be capped. The Pokémon GO team has also announced designated safe meetup locations in response to recent wildfires, with Community Ambassadors facilitating these gatherings. Details are available on the Pokémon GO news website.
