Pikachu in a detective hat is coming to Pokemon GO! Timed Research is a great way to celebrate the release of Detective Pikachu Returns for Nintendo Switch.
Pokemon Shiny Costume
Pikachu in a detective hat and Slowpoke with a hat will be available at the event, both of which can be shiny.
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Event Bonuses
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Time: Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 10:00 am to Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 8:00 pm local.
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By taking a photo, trainers can have a surprise encounter with Pikachu in hat detective once a day.
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Also, you will get 2x the XP when spinning PokeStops in this event
Wild encounters
During the event, the following Pokemon are more likely to appear in the wild:
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Pikachu
Wearing a Detective Hat
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Growlithe
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Magikarp
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Lotad
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Exeggutor (Alola)
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Slowpoke
wearing a hat
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Xatu
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Chimecho
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Bronzor
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Falinks
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Ducklett
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Bellossom
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Cutiefly
Field Research
As a reward for successfully completing the field research themed around this event, you will receive:
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Sudowoodo
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Snivy
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Rowlet
Collection Challenge
Complete the Collection Challenge by completing Field Research!
The Return of Detective Pikachu Event Timed Analysis
In this Timed Research tale, help Professor Willow find a Pokemon of Interest. Completing Field Research will earn you an opportunity to meet Pikachu in a detective’s hat.
Timed Research is no longer available. Timed Research tasks must be completed before the deadline of Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 8 p.m.
New Avatar Pose
Detective Pikachu Avatar Pose is available starting October 5, 2023 in stores!
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