Pokemon: GO Dev Tracker

Trainers,

In an upcoming update to Pokémon GO, we will end support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11, such as iPhone 5 and iPhone 5c models. This change is a result of improvements to Pokémon GO that push the application beyond the capabilities of the operating systems on such devices. This change will take effect on 02/28/2018. After that date, Trainers using affected devices may no longer be able to access their Pokémon GO accounts from that device, or use their PokéCoins or other items in their Bags. They will need to switch to a supported device to continue playing Pokémon GO. You can see the full list of impacted devices and learn more by visiting our Help Center.

—The Pokém...

Trainers,

The holiday season is here, and we have a celebration that will inspire you to go out exploring your neighborhood with family and friends. Starting today at 1:00 p.m. PST, a familiar festive Pikachu is back—and bringing a few frosty friends along for the fun! In addition to more Ice-type Pokémon appearing around the world, additional Water-type and Ice-type Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region in the Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire video games will also begin appearing in Pokémon GO for the very first time. As a special bonus, the first PokéStop you visit each day between December 22 at 1:00 p.m. PST and De...

Trainers,

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.87.5 for Android and 1.57.5 for iOS devices. Details from our development team:

• Added the all-new AR+ encounter mode for Trainers on ARKit-enabled devices (iPhone 6s or later) running iOS11.
• Improved Pokémon GO Plus responsiveness on devices running iOS 11.
• Various bug fixes and performance updates.

—The Pokémon GO team

Trainers, Get ready for even more realistic Pokémon encounters: AR+ is coming to Pokémon GO! AR+ leverages Apple’s ARKit framework to build on the AR work already implemented in Pokémon GO. Soon, Trainers around the world running iOS 11 on iPhone 6s and newer models can experience AR+ in Pokémon GO.

Scale: With AR+, Pokémon are now fixed to a point in space, meaning you can walk up close to a Pokémon to see to how they’ll look in the real world. Imagine looking up at a massive Onix or walking around a gigantic Snorlax blocking your path! This feature brings us one step closer to truly realizing Pokémon the way they are supposed to be represent...

Trainers,

Groudon, the Ground-type Legendary Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region, is now appearing in Raid Battles around the world! Keep an eye out for Groudon at Gyms near you, and you may be one of the first to catch this Legendary Pokémon. But don’t delay—Groudon will only be available until 1:00 p.m. PST on January 15, 2018.

Good luck, Trainers!

—The Pokémon GO team

Trainers,

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.85.2 for Android and 1.55.1 for iOS devices. Details from our development team:

• 50 additional Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region can be caught.
• Real-world weather conditions are now reflected in Map View, in battle, and when catching Pokémon.
• Added a weather icon that can be tapped to highlight which Pokémon types are more likely to appear in the surrounding area and will be affected by current weather conditions.
• Added the beta feature to create battle parties that allow Trainers to save teams of up to six Pokémon to take into Gym battles and Raid Battles.
• Increased Pokémon Storage maximum to 1,500.
• Updated the battle interface to include a dedicated button for performing a Charged Attack.
• Various bug fixes and performance updates.

—The Pokémon GO team

Trainers,

We’re just as excited as you are for the introduction of even more Pokémon originally from the Hoenn region to start appearing in the real world. Alongside the introduction of these new Pokémon, we also revealed that a new dynamic weather gameplay system will start rolling out to Trainers around the world. We wanted to share a few notes detailing some of these upcoming changes, as well as a few comments from our development team.

Dynamic Weather Gameplay:

• The Pokémon GO user interface will reflect each Trainer’s current local weather.
• Certain Pokémon will be more likely to appear frequently in weather that suits them the most.
  • These Pokémon will yield bonus Stardust when caught.
  • These Pokémon are more likely to have greater potential in battle.
• Move types that match certain weather conditions will deal extra damage in battle.

Developer Comments:...

Trainers,

Starting later this week, Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, and several more Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region in the Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire video games will start appearing in Pokémon GO for the first time ever—with even more to be discovered over the next several weeks! We’ll also be introducing a new dynamic weather system in Pokémon GO that will change the way you and the millions of Trainers around the world discover, catch, and interact with Pokémon.

You’ll want to start paying even closer attention to your local weather patterns, Trainers. In addition to the in-game map being updated with cool new weather visuals, weather near you will impact Pokémon in a variety of ways. For example, you’ll find your odds of discovering Mudkip splashing around will greatly improve on rainy days, as certain Pokémon types will be more commonly found during various weather conditions. Additionally, at...

Trainers,

What a week! Over the past seven days, our Pokémon GO Travel hosts, iHasCupquake, ...

Trainers,

Congratulations! We issued a challenge—and you answered the call. Collectively, you caught over 3 billion Pokémon during the Global Catch Challenge, unlocking some amazing rewards along the way. But that’s not all… As a result of all your hard work, Ho-Oh is ...

Trainers,

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.83.1 for Android and 1.53.2 for iOS devices. Details from our development team:

• Added support and made optimizations for the iPhone X screen resolution.
• Removed support for devices running iOS 8.
• Resolved a bug causing error banners to remain visible until the app is restarted.
• Resolved a bug that prevented Trainers from powering up Pokémon to their max CP.
• Improved load times when you open the app.
• Various bug fixes and performance updates.

—The Pokémon GO team

Trainers,

We greatly appreciate all the feedback you’ve shared with us about the Raid Battle feature over the past few months. We’ve been carefully reviewing your feedback and will be making a few changes to the feature in response. These improvements will not require you to update your app, but they will impact your gameplay. Below are a few notes detailing the changes as well as a few comments from our development team:

• EX Raid Battle changes
  • EX Raid Battles will take place most commonly at Gyms found in parks and sponsored locations.
  • Trainers with a high-level Gym Badge are more likely to be invited to EX Raid ...

Trainers,

Ever since Pokémon GO launched, we've loved hearing stories of Trainers venturing abroad and playing together with new friends from different countries. That's what inspired us to create Pokémon GO Travel, a new video series to see the world through the eyes of a Pokémon Trainer. To kick things off, Pokémon GO Travel is taking a diverse group of Trainers from around the world to Japan to host our first-ever Global Catch Challenge.

Join us as we discover new places, meet new people, and work together in an attempt to catch 3 billion Pokémon in just 7 days. Play along with ...

Trainers,

The passion of the Pokémon GO community never ceases to astound us. We hosted the very first Pokémon GO AR photo contest between October 11 and October 25 to give everyone in the community an opportunity to flex their creative muscles–and you answered the call in a big way. After reviewing over 50,000 Pokémon GO AR photos, we’ve selected our 10 winners.

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Trainers,

We’re excited to announce that new avatar items are now available. To celebrate the upcoming launch of the Pokémon™ Ultra Sun and Pokémon™ Ultra Moon games for the Nintendo 3DS™ family of systems, you’ll be able to dress your Pokémon GO avatar in brand-new outfits inspired by the tropical Alola region and worn by the main male and female characters in the games, which launch on November 17.

—The Pokémon GO team

Trainers,

It has been incredible to see millions of Trainers around the world come together to participate in a wide variety of Pokémon GO events throughout the year. With the Pokémon GO Safari Zone events in Europe coming to a close just a few weeks ago, we thought it would be a great time to provide an update on these events and give you more information on what you can expect for the remainder of the year.

European Trainers Caught Over 59 Million Pokémon at Pokémon GO Safari Zone!

Over the past few months, we’ve hosted seven different Pokémon GO Safari Zone events at Unibail-Rodamco shopping centre...

Trainers,

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.81.1 for Android and 1.51.1 for iOS devices. Details from our development team:

• Resolved a bug that prevented Trainers from powering up Pokémon to their max CP.
• Resolved a bug that caused Trainers’ contributions to reset when rejoining a Raid Battle.
• Various bug fixes and performance updates.

—The Pokémon GO team

Gastly, Drowzee, Cubone, and other spooky Pokémon are back again this Halloween, and this time, they’re bringing some special friends! Sableye, Banette, and a few other Ghost-type Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region will be making their first-ever appearance in Pokémon GO. The rest of the Pokémon first seen in the Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire video games will gradually arrive starting as early as December! We hope Trainers enjoy this special Halloween treat. The Halloween celebration will start on October 20 at 12:00 P.M. PDT and run until November 2 at 1:00 P.M. PDT.

A special Pikachu will be out celebrating Halloween in an all-new costume, and you can, too! Dress up your avatar for the occasion by wearing Mimikyu’s Disguise Hat. You’ll also earn extra Candy while you’re out trick-or-treating with your Buddy Pokémon: Candy rewards from catching, hatching, and transferring Pokémon will be doubled, and your...

Trainers,

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.79.2 for Android and 1.49.2 for iOS devices. Details from our development team:

• Various bug fixes and performance updates.

—The Pokémon GO team

Trainers,

Starting today, we’re challenging you to snap epic Pokémon GO AR photos and post them on Instagram using the hashtag #PokemonGOcontest. If your AR photo is selected as one of the top 10 submissions, you’ll win a Pokémon GO Prize Pack containing a Pokémon GO Plus, a poster autographed by the Pokémon GO team, and wireless Bluetooth earbuds. You only have until October 25 to submit your best AR photo, so go on an adventure, take a photo, and share it with us on ...