We're now in the ramp-up period for Pokemon Go Tour: Hoenn, and while the hype for Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre is very real, it seems like we're forgetting about someone, aren't we? That's right, Rayquaza is making its grand return as well! While Mega Rayquaza may still be somewhere on the distant horizon, it's always good to see the original Legendary Dragon rise, especially when it has a new move to sport as well!
Primal Rumblings Event
| Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|
| February 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time | February 24, 2023, at 10:00 p.m. local time |
- Rayquaza is making its return to Pokemon Go, and it's going to have a new exclusive move added to its arsenal: the Dragon Type Charged Move Braking Swipe
- Breaking Swipe is stated to have 50 base power and a 100% chance to drop the opponent's Attack on use, and 35 base power in PvE.
- 2x XP for Evolving Pokemon
- Hoenn-themed Field Research will be featured
- A Collection Challenge line will be available
- A special selection of Pokemon will be availabl ein raids
- A special selection of Pokemon will be available in the wild
Full Announcement
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Trainers,
Oodles of Pokémon first discovered in the Hoenn region, including Primal Kyogre and Primal Groudon, will make appearances during Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn – Global, so take the opportunity to stock up on catching supplies and familiarize yourself with some returning friends during the Primal Rumblings event!
Trainers attending Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn – Las Vegas will be able to encounter Primal Kyogre and Primal Groudon ahead of Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn – Global. Check out the event site for more details on how to attend!
Primal Rumblings
Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Friday, February 24, 2023, at 10:00 p.m. local time
Wild encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.
Treecko
Torchic
Mudkip
Wurmple
Whismur
Numel
Barboach
Some Trainers might even encounter the following!
Grovyle
Combusken
Marshtomp
Absol
*If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Event bonuses
2× XP for evolving Pokémon.
Raids
The following Pokémon will appear in raids.
One-Star Raids
Treecko
Torchic
Mudkip
Three-Star Raids
Grovyle
Combusken
Marshtomp
Five-Star Raids
Rayquaza
Mega Raids
Latias
Latios
If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Featured attack debut
Rayquaza
Rayquaza encountered in raids from Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time will know the Charged Attack Breaking Swipe.
Breaking Swipe
Trainer Battles: 50 power. This move decreases your opponent’s Attack stat when used.
Gyms and raids: 35 power
Field Research tasks
Hoenn-themed Field Research tasks will be available!
Complete the research tasks to earn items that will help you prepare for Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn – Global!
Collection Challenge
A Primal Rumblings Collection Challenge is coming!
Complete the Evolution-themed Collection Challenge to receive Ultra Balls and a Rocket Radar!
Event stickers
You’ll be able to get Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn–themed stickers by spinning PokéStops and opening Gifts.
Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.
—The Pokémon GO team
