Summary
Pokemon GOdeveloper Niantic has released a new code that unlocks bonus Timed Research culminating in an encounter with Captain Pikachu, as seen in thePokemon Horizonsanime series.Pokemon GOoften features crossover events with otherPokemonmedia, and withPokemon Horizonsfinally making its US debut on Netflix, it makes sense that Niantic is capitalizing on the hype.
Pokemon Horizonsis the latestPokemonanime series. Itboldly replaces Ash Ketchum and Pikachufrom the original series with a new set of characters, though it does feature a new Pikachu companion in the form of Captain Pikachu. NowPokemon GOplayers have the chance to encounter Captain Pikachu for themselves and add yet another special Pikachu variant to their collection of creatures.
Anyone interested needs tonavigate to thePokemon GOOffer Redemption site, sign in to their account, and then input the codeCAPTAINPIKACHU. After successfully redeeming the code,Pokemon GOplayers can pop back into their game and check out the new Captain Pikachu’s Bonus TImed Research, which ends in roughly five days.Pokemon GOplayers have to complete three tasks to unlock the Captain Pikachu encounter: explore 3 km, catch 20 Pokemon, and spin 10 PokeStops or Gyms.
Captain Pikachu Bonus Timed Research Tasks and Rewards
Shiny hunters may be curious if there’s a chance that they can add a shiny Captain Pikachu to their collection. As it turns out,shiny Captain Pikachu does exist, though the odds of encountering one through this Bonus Timed Research is incredibly slim. Considering this,Pokemon GOfans really shouldn’t hold their breath. However, some will get lucky and be able to add Shiny Captain Pikachu to their collection.
Captain Pikachu’s Bonus Timed Research is just one Research quest thatPokemon GOplayers are tackling right now. Those that decided to spring for the Wonder Ticket have a 3-part quest to complete, while everyone has access to theWorld of Wonders Special Research quest.Pokemon GOplayers can look forward to more events throughout the World of Wonders season as they chip away at their various Research tasks.
