Pokémon GO is getting a glow up right in time for Diwali , with its annual Festival of Lights event, featuring the debut of Pikachu donning a stylish saree. From November 1 to November 4, 2024, trainers across the subcontinent will experience a unique celebration that marries cultural heritage with augmented reality gaming.
The event introduces Pikachu wearing a saree, a first for the franchise, adding a touch of Indian elegance to the beloved electric mouse Pokémon . Lucky trainers might even encounter a shiny version, adding an extra layer of excitement to the hunt.
Boosted bonuses include double Stardust and XP for catching Pokémon, while Team GO Rocket 's presence intensifies with more frequent balloon and PokéStop appearances. Incense duration triples to three hours, enhancing the opportunity to attract glowing Pokémon like Alolan Geodude, Hisuian Voltorb, and the elusive Morelull.
Bollywood couple Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh join the festivities as brand ambassadors, their involvement teased through upcoming special videos. Additionally, a sweepstakes on Instagram offers two fortunate Indian trainers a chance to win a trip to Pokémon GO City Safari: São Paulo.
Bengaluru takes centre stage with a special in-person celebration at Phoenix Marketcity on November 3, promising surprises and free giveaways for attendees.
As the Festival of Lights approaches, trainers are reminded to stay aware of their surroundings and follow local health guidelines. With glowing Pokémon, cultural twists, and celebrity involvement, this year's event promises to be a luminous affair that brightens both the virtual and real worlds of Pokémon GO enthusiasts across India.
The event introduces Pikachu wearing a saree, a first for the franchise, adding a touch of Indian elegance to the beloved electric mouse Pokémon . Lucky trainers might even encounter a shiny version, adding an extra layer of excitement to the hunt.
Boosted bonuses include double Stardust and XP for catching Pokémon, while Team GO Rocket 's presence intensifies with more frequent balloon and PokéStop appearances. Incense duration triples to three hours, enhancing the opportunity to attract glowing Pokémon like Alolan Geodude, Hisuian Voltorb, and the elusive Morelull.
Bollywood couple Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh join the festivities as brand ambassadors, their involvement teased through upcoming special videos. Additionally, a sweepstakes on Instagram offers two fortunate Indian trainers a chance to win a trip to Pokémon GO City Safari: São Paulo.
Bengaluru takes centre stage with a special in-person celebration at Phoenix Marketcity on November 3, promising surprises and free giveaways for attendees.
As the Festival of Lights approaches, trainers are reminded to stay aware of their surroundings and follow local health guidelines. With glowing Pokémon, cultural twists, and celebrity involvement, this year's event promises to be a luminous affair that brightens both the virtual and real worlds of Pokémon GO enthusiasts across India.
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