Beloved Buddies Event Enhances Bonds in Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting new event! The Beloved Buddies event is set to launch soon, bringing with it surprise debuts, special bonuses, and thrilling raids. This event is all about deepening your connection with your Pokémon, and it's the perfect opportunity to strengthen those bonds.

When Is the Beloved Buddies Event Kicking Off in Pokémon GO?

Mark your calendars! The Beloved Buddies event will run from February 11th to February 15th. This is your chance to experience the debut of Dhelmise, the Sea Creeper Pokémon, and add it to your collection. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to challenge Dhelmise in raids.

During the event, you'll earn double XP for catching Pokémon, and Lure Modules will last a full hour. These Lures will attract a variety of Pokémon, including Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Cutiefly, and Fomantis. Catching any of these will also reward you with an extra 500 Stardust per catch.

The wild Pokémon spawns during Beloved Buddies are impressive. You'll have a higher chance of encountering Shiny Diglett and Shiny Dunsparce. Other Pokémon you can expect to see more frequently include Nidoran, Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Remoraid, Mantine, Plusle, Minun, Volbeat, Illumise, Cutiefly, and Fomantis.

Raids during the event will offer a range of challenges. One-star raids will feature Shellder, Dwebble, and Skrelp, with Skrelp having an increased shiny rate. Three-star raids will include Slowbro, Hippowdon, and the debuting Dhelmise. For five-star raids, you'll encounter Enamorus (Incarnate Forme), while Mega Raids will feature the formidable Mega Tyranitar.

Don't miss out on the Beloved Buddies event in Pokémon GO. Head over to the Google Play Store to get ready and dive into the action once the event starts. And while you're at it, check out our coverage of the new game, Tetris Block Party, which has been soft-launched on Android with exciting multiplayer challenges.