Your Ultimate Guide to the Raging Battles Event in Pokémon GO

The Raging Battles event in Pokemon Go is now live, bringing a mix of exciting bonuses, new features, and a notable debut of a new Pokemon. Concurrently, the event includes the Go Battle Week, focusing on the game’s PvP aspect. Here’s what you can expect from this dynamic event.

Annihilape’s Debut in Pokemon Go

A key highlight is the introduction of Annihilape, an evolution of Primeape. To evolve Primeape into Annihilape, players must defeat 30 Ghost or Psychic-type Pokemon in battles with Primeape set as their Buddy Pokemon. This can be achieved in any battle format, including Raid and PvP Go Battle League battles. It’s important to note that the defeating Pokemon doesn’t need to be Primeape, as long as it remains your Buddy.

Exclusive Event Bonuses

Two exclusive bonuses are available during the Raging Battles event:

1. Increased Team Go Rocket Encounters: Players will notice a higher frequency of Team Go Rocket members, both at PokeStops and in Team Go Rocket balloons.
2. Sawk and Throh Wild Appearances: These typically region-locked Pokemon will be available globally in the wild, offering a unique opportunity for players.

Enhanced Wild Encounters

Eight fighting-themed Pokemon will appear more frequently in the wild. This aligns with the event’s battle-centric theme, giving players more chances to encounter these specific Pokemon.

Special Event Raid Lineup

The event also features specific Pokemon in One-Star and Three-Star Raids, in line with the fighting and battling theme.

Event-Specific Field Research Tasks

As with most Pokemon Go events, there will be unique Field Research Tasks available at PokeStops. Completing these tasks will provide opportunities to catch certain Pokemon, including Mankey, especially for this event.

Event Collection Challenges

Players can participate in Collection Challenges during the event. These challenges require catching and evolving certain event-themed Pokemon before the event concludes.

In summary, the Raging Battles event in Pokemon Go is a vibrant blend of new experiences, from the debut of Annihilape to unique encounters and bonuses, all woven around the theme of combat and battles.