Pokémon Go enthusiasts, get ready for the latest event, ‘Taken Treasure,’ which is set to run from Jan. 27 until Feb. 1. This event promises a refreshing twist to the Team Rocket encounters, introducing new shadow Pokémon and exciting bonuses.
During the event, players can expect to see Team Go Rocket balloons appearing once every three hours, allowing them to use Charged TMs to remove the move Frustration from shadow Pokémon. Additionally, all Team Go Rocket leaders and Giovanni will showcase new Pokémon lineups, adding an extra layer of challenge and excitement for players.
For those who prefer non-shadow Pokémon, the event introduces Varoom, which can be hatched out of 12 km eggs, adding a new Pokémon to the collection.
Pokémon Go ‘Taken Treasure’ Event Timed Research
One of the key features of this event is the ticketed Timed Research, available for purchase at $4.99 in the shop. However, it’s important to note that this research is time-sensitive, as it must be completed before Feb. 1 at 11:59 p.m. in the player’s local time to claim the rewards.
The Timed Research is divided into four steps, each offering a set of tasks and rewards:
Step 1 of 4
- Spin 10 PokéStops (25 Poké Balls)
- Defeat 5 Team Go Rocket grunts (Bruxish encounter)
- Make 20 curveball throws (15 Great Balls)
- Rewards: 1,000 Stardust, 1 Egg Incubator, 1,000 XP
Step 2 of 4
- Catch 20 Pokémon (5 Hyper Potions)
- Transfer 25 Pokémon (Scraggy encounter)
- Defeat 5 Team Go Rocket grunts (5 Revives)
- Rewards: 2,000 Stardust, 3 Silver Pinap Berries, 2,000 XP
Step 3 of 4
- Make 30 curveball throws (5 Max Revives)
- Defeat 10 Team Go Rocket grunts (Weezing encounter)
- Catch 5 shadow Pokémon (5 Max Potions)
- Rewards: 3,000 Stardust, 1 Incense, 3,000 XP
Step 4 of 4
- Transfer 30 Pokémon (3 Fast TMs)
- Defeat 10 Team Go Rocket grunts (Vullaby encounter)
- Purify 10 shadow Pokémon (3 Charged TMs)
- Rewards: 4,000 Stardust, 1 Boss Pose, 4,000 XP
Pokémon Go ‘Taken Treasure’ Event Field Research Tasks
Spinning PokéStops and gyms during the event period may yield one of these tasks:
- Catch a shadow Pokémon (1 Mystery Component)
- Defeat 1 Team Go Rocket grunt (Ekans, Koffing, Poochyena, or Croagunk encounter)
- Defeat 2 Team Go Rocket grunts (Paldean Wo
