Time for another cross-over. This time around Pokemon Go is collaborating with Ed Sheeran to give us a new, music-themed event. A unique performance, Water-Type spawns, and the long-awaited return of Sunglasses Squirtle highlight this event
Ed Sheeran Event
| Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|
| November 22, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. PST | November 30, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. PST |
- A special performance by Ed Sheeran will be viewable via the game's in-game news.
- Night music will be replaced by "Overpass Graffiti" for the entirety of the event.
- Daily snapshots will result in photobombs, though the subject of this photobomb has not yet been revealed.
- A new Sweatshirt avatar item will be available.
This item can be redeemed for free by using the following code:
VVM87WGMMUZHTB8X
The official Niantic offer redemption site can be found Here, though this code will not be active until the event begins.
- The following Pokemon will be appearing more frequently in the wild:
- Note that Squirtle available via this event will be wearing sunglasses! This will be the first time since its July 2018 Community Day that this variant of Squirtle has been available.
- Sunglasses Squirtle will also be available via field research
- A free event box containing 1 Lure Module, 20 Pokeballs, 10 Razz Berries, and 10 Pinap Berries will be available
Quick reminder: Sunglasses Squirtle can evolve, and a Sunglasses Blastoise can Mega Evolve, though it will not be wearing sunglasses while Mega Evolved.
Full Announcement
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Trainers,
We might have some “Bad Habits,” but listening to Ed Sheeran songs isn’t one of them! They’re just so “Perfect,” they give us “Shivers.” But enough “Thinking Out Loud”... We’re excited to announce that, for the “First Times” ever, we’ll be collaborating with the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran!
A Pokémon GO Special Performance!
Monday, November 22, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. PST (GMT -8) to Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT -8)
A Special Ed Sheeran performance will be available through the Pokémon GO app. You’ll be able to check out the performance in the in-game News beginning on Monday, November 22, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. PST (GMT −8).
The performance will feature songs from =, Ed’s new album, and more. Songs include:
- “Perfect”
- “Bad Habits”
- “Overpass Graffiti”
- “Thinking Out Loud”
- “First Times”
- “Shivers”
A Celebratory Event
Monday, November 22, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. PST (GMT -8) to Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. PST (GMT -8)
Ed always chooses the Water-type Pokémon as his first partner when he starts a Pokémon RPG. In celebration of this collaboration, look forward to an event featuring all of the Water-type first-partner Pokémon currently available in Pokémon GO!
Event Bonuses
Take a snapshot every day for a surprise!
In-Game Music
Overpass Graffiti will be playing every night in Pokémon GO from Monday, November 22, 2021, to Tuesday, November 30, 2021.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will be appearing somewhat frequently in the wild.
Totodile
Mudkip
Piplup
Oshawott
If you’re lucky, you might encounter the following.
Squirtle wearing sunglasses
Froakie
If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Field Research Task Encounters
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks!
Squirtle wearing sunglasses
If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
New Avatar Items, Stickers, and Bundles
The following new avatar item will be available from Monday, November 22, 2021, at 1:00 PST (GMT −8) to the end of the event!
- 「＝」 Sweatshirt
Redeem the following code to get it*: VVM87WGMMUZHTB8X
You’ll be able to get Water-type-themed stickers by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.
The following box will also be available in the shop throughout the event.
- One-time free Event Box: A Lure Module, 20 Pokéballs, 10 Razz Berries, and 10 Pinap Berries.
* Limit one code redemption per Trainer. Code not active until the event begins and expires after the event ends on 11/30/2021. Learn how to redeem codes in our help center article.
Ready for the return of Squirtle wearing sunglasses? Don’t forget to celebrate Ed Sheeran’s upcoming album by tuning in to his special performance for Pokémon GO later this month!
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—The Pokémon GO team
