Prepare for an exciting month of events and bonuses in Pokémon GO! Starting in December, Trainers can enjoy a variety of activities and rewards. The highlight of the month is the Winter Holiday Event from December 25th to January 1st, featuring new Pokémon, bonuses, and more.
December 2023 Community Day
- Date: December 17th, 2023
- Featured Pokémon: Noibat
- Bonus: 3x Catch XP, Double Candy for catching Pokémon
Winter Holiday Event
- Date: December 25th, 2023 – January 1st, 2024
- Featured Pokémon: Delibird, Stantler, Swinub, Sneasel, Vanillite
- Bonuses:
- Increased spawn rates of Ice-type Pokémon
- Special Holiday-themed Research tasks
- Exclusive in-game avatar items
Other December Events
- Alolan Geodude Spotlight Hour: December 12th, 6-7 PM local time
- Bergmite Raid Day: December 20th
- Ultra Beast Abomasnow Raid Day: December 27th
Pokémon GO December Event Bonuses
- Increased Candy XL Chance: Increased chances of obtaining Candy XL when catching Pokémon.
- Bonus Raid Passes: Daily free Raid Passes.
- Double Mystery Box Duration: Double the duration of Mystery Boxes.
New Pokémon in December
- Delibird
- Stantler
- Swinub
- Sneasel
- Vanillite
Event Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| December Community Day | December 17th, 2023 |
| Winter Holiday Event | December 25th, 2023 – January 1st, 2024 |
| Alolan Geodude Spotlight Hour | December 12th, 6-7 PM local time |
| Bergmite Raid Day | December 20th |
| Ultra Beast Abomasnow Raid Day | December 27th |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When is the Winter Holiday Event?
A: December 25th, 2023 – January 1st, 2024
Q: What are the bonuses for the December Community Day?
A: 3x Catch XP and Double Candy for catching Pokémon
Q: Which new Pokémon are being introduced in December?
A: Delibird, Stantler, Swinub, Sneasel, and Vanillite
Q: How do I get Candy XL?
A: Catching Pokémon, especially during events with increased Candy XL chances.
Q: Is there a daily Raid Pass bonus in December?
A: Yes, Trainers will receive a free daily Raid Pass during the event.
References:
Pokémon GO December Update
The December update for Pokémon GO includes several new features and improvements.
- New Pokémon: Meltan and Melmetal have been introduced to the game, along with several new Shiny Pokémon.
- New Research Quests: A new type of research quest, called Special Research, has been added to the game. These quests will reward players with rare Pokémon and items.
- New Raid Bosses: Latias and Latios will be available as Raid Bosses in December.
- Community Day Recap: The December update includes a recap of all the Community Days that have been held in 2018.
- Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements: The December update also includes several bug fixes and performance improvements.
Pokémon GO December News
Pokémon GO has released a flurry of updates for December, including the release of Primal Groudon and Kyogre, new raids, and holiday-themed events. Here’s a summary:
- Primal Groudon and Kyogre: These two legendary Pokémon are making their debut in Pokémon GO, featuring special Primal forms.
- New Raids: Deoxys (Defense and Attack forms), Mega Kangaskhan, and Mega Latias are now available in raids.
- Holiday Events: The Winter Holiday Event runs from December 15th to January 8th, featuring a festive-themed map, winter-themed Pokémon, and a special ‘Holiday Cup’ in PvP battles.
- New Features: New PokéStops have been added to certain locations, and the game’s visual quality has been improved.
Pokémon GO December 2023
Events and Updates:
- Winter Holiday Event with special Ice-type Pokémon and bonuses
- Mega Evolution Bonus Event featuring increased Mega Energy rewards
- Battle League Season 12: Glacial Surge with new legendary rewards
- New Community Day featuring a popular Fire-type Pokémon
New Features:
- Buddy Adventure update with new interactions and activities for Pokémon buddies
- Research Breakthrough encounters with rare and exclusive Pokémon
Pokémon Releases:
- Release of the new Ice-type Legendary Pokémon: Kyurem
- Addition of regional variants for existing Pokémon, such as Alolan Sandshrew and Alolan Vulpix
- Introduction of new shiny forms for Pokémon like Joltik and Galarian Yamask
Other News:
- Collaboration with National Geographic to promote wildlife conservation
- Updates to the AR+ mode for improved visual experiences
- Bug fixes and server maintenance updates
Pokémon GO December Community Day
On Saturday, December 17, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, Pokémon GO will host a special in-game event known as Community Day. This month, the featured Pokémon will be the Grass and Psychic-type Pokémon, Chespin.
During the event, Chespin will spawn more frequently in the wild. Additionally, if players evolve their Chespin during the event or up to two hours after its conclusion, they will obtain a Decidueye that knows the Charged Attack Frenzy Plant.
Exclusive event bonuses will also be active during Community Day. These bonuses include:
- Tripled Catch XP
- Doubled Candy for catching Pokémon
- 2× Candy for transferring Pokémon
- Incense and Lure Modules will last for three hours
- Special event-themed Field Research tasks
- One additional special trade per day
- Half Stardust trade cost
Pokémon GO December Raid: A Festive Extravaganza
In December, the world of Pokémon GO will be adorned with holiday cheer and powerful raid bosses. Here are the highlights of the upcoming raid lineup:
- Mega Abomasnow: The icy Mega Abomasnow will make its return, posing a formidable challenge to raid parties.
- Kyurem: The Legendary Dragon-Ice type Kyurem will feature in 5-star raids, offering a rare opportunity to capture this elusive Pokémon.
- Ho-Oh and Lugia: The iconic Legendary birds Ho-Oh and Lugia will return to 5-star raids, giving players a chance to add these majestic creatures to their collection.
- Virizion and Terrakion: The Swords of Justice Pokémon Virizion and Terrakion will make their raid debut in December, providing exciting new challenges for trainers.
- Bronzong, Froslass, and Avalugg: These three Ice-type Pokémon will join the 3-star raid roster, offering players a chance to stock up on Ice-type attackers for the December raid bosses.
Pokémon GO December Research
The December Research in Pokémon GO features the following tasks and rewards:
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Step 1: Catch 10 Pokémon – 10 Poké Balls
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Step 2: Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms – 10 Razz Berries
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Step 3: Transfer 5 Pokémon – 10 Pidgey Candy
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Reward: Encounter with Sneasel
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Step 4: Power up Pokémon 5 times – 10 Skarmory Candy
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Step 5: Catch 15 Water-type Pokémon – 10 Totodile Candy
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Step 6: Evolve 2 Pokémon – 10 Sun Stone
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Reward: Encounter with Lapras
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Step 7: Use 5 Golden Razz Berries – 10 Golden Razz Berries
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Step 8: Defeat 5 Team GO Rocket Grunts – 10 Shadow Pokémon Candy
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Step 9: Hatch 3 Eggs – 10 Lucky Eggs
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Reward: Encounter with Mega Blastoise
Additional Rewards:
- 10,000 Stardust
- 2 Poffin
- 1 Rare Candy
Pokémon GO December Rewards
Delphox Community Day:
- Date: December 18, 11 AM to 5 PM local time
- Features: Shiny Delphox, increased Delphox spawn rates, and exclusive moves for Delphox
Winter Holiday Event:
- Dates: December 23 to January 1, 2023
- Features: Festive Pokémon, winter-themed bonuses, and special research
New Pokémon Release:
- Regirock, Registeel, and Regice will be returning to raids in their shiny forms from December 22 to 29
Bonus Events:
- Community Raid Day (December 24): All Gyms will feature Regirock, Regice, and Registeel raids from 2 PM to 5 PM local time
- Raid Hour (December 27): Regirock, Regice, and Registeel raids will be more frequent from 6 PM to 7 PM local time
Pokémon GO December Special Research
The December special research in Pokémon GO is a multi-step quest that rewards players with a variety of items and encounters. The research tasks focus on catching and evolving Pokémon, as well as battling in raids and gyms. Completing the research will also earn players a special Pikachu with a festive hat.
Rewards
The rewards for completing the December special research include:
- Stardust
- Candy
- Rare Candy
- Berries
- Evolution items
- Pikachu with a festive hat
Tasks
The tasks for the December special research are:
- Catch 25 Pokémon
- Evolve 10 Pokémon
- Battle in 5 raids
- Battle in 10 gyms
- Earn 3 Great League victories in PvP
- Give your buddy Pokémon 3 treats
- Snapshot of your buddy Pokémon
- Battle Team GO Rocket 3 times
- Send 20 gifts to friends
Tips
Here are some tips for completing the December special research:
- Use Pinap Berries to catch Pokémon to earn more candy.
- Use Lucky Eggs to double the amount of experience you earn while completing tasks.
- Join a raid group to find other players to help you complete raids.
- Train your Pokémon in gyms to earn berries and other rewards.
- Send gifts to friends to build friendship levels and earn more rewards.
Pokémon GO December Bonuses
- Increased spawns of Ice-type, Fairy-type, and Dragon-type Pokémon.
- Event-exclusive field research tasks with encounters featuring Swinub, Holiday Deerling, and Wintery Tapu Koko.
- Increased Stardust and experience points from catching Pokémon.
- Bonus Candy for transferring Pokémon.
- Special Raid Day featuring Delibird on December 18th.
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