Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

Get ready for an action-packed event in Pokémon Go as Raid Day rolls in on April 13th, featuring a showdown with fighting-types dubbed Sparring Partners. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and engage with some of the toughest fighters in the Pokéworld.

The highlight of Pokémon Go's Sparring Partners Raid Day is the debut of Mega Heracross in Mega Raids. This powerful bug/fighting-type will be the star of the show. But don't overlook Hariyama and Scraggy, who will also be making appearances in regular raids with an increased chance of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a perfect opportunity to catch these formidable fighters and add them to your collection.

This event isn't just about battling; it introduces a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and can lower your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power strike. Adding Upper Hand to your arsenal could be the key to dominating your next battle.

To enhance your experience, several bonuses are in play during the event. You can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs, and for one weekend, the Remote Raid Pass limit will increase to 20, offering more opportunities to participate in raids remotely.

For those looking to maximize their rewards, a $4.99 ticket is available, unlocking additional Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Don't miss out on these *Pokémon Go codes* to snag some extra freebies!

Make sure to take advantage of the free Timed Research during the event. Complete it before time runs out to earn a hefty amount of Stardust and other raid-enhancing boosts. Additionally, a special ticket bundle in the Pokémon Go Web Store includes a Premium Battle Pass, giving you even more ways to gear up for the fight.