Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

Get ready, Pokémon Go trainers, because Raid Day is set to electrify your gameplay on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a thrilling three-hour window to showcase your battle prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and take on some of the fiercest fighting-types in the game. As you await the debut of Tinkatink, the Sparring Partners Raid Day is your chance to step into the arena and prove your mettle.

Kicking off the event with a buzz is Mega Heracross, making its grand entrance into Mega Raids. But that's not all; Hariyama and Scraggy will also be flexing their muscles in regular raids, with enhanced Shiny encounter rates. It's a full-on Fighting-type showdown, so make sure to bring your strongest counters to the fray.

Beyond the raids, the event introduces a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand. This move packs a punch, delivering 70 power in Trainer Battles and potentially lowering your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it hits with a solid 50 power. Adding Upper Hand to your arsenal could be the key to gaining the upper hand in your next battle.

The bonuses don't stop there. You can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs, and for one weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit is bumped up to 20, giving you more opportunities to join raids from anywhere. For those looking to maximize their rewards, a $4.99 ticket unlocks additional perks, including extra Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Plus, you can use Pokémon Go codes to snag some fantastic freebies!

Don't miss out on the free Timed Research available during the event. Complete it before time runs out to earn a hefty amount of Stardust and additional raid-ready boosts. There's also a special bonus ticket bundle available in the Pokémon Go Web Store, which includes a Premium Battle Pass to further enhance your raiding experience.