In the vibrant world of Pokémon Go, Rivals Week presents an exciting opportunity to capture regionally exclusive Pokémon. Creatures like Zangoose and Seviper will be available globally for a limited time, inviting players to expand their collections.
During this event, players can also engage in a timed research quest along with various field research tasks that are exclusive to the occasion. An additional highlight of Rivals Week is the Go Battle Weekend, where players can compete in an increased number of Go Battle League matches.
Highlights of the Rivals Week Quest
The Rivals Week quest will be active throughout the entire event, concluding on Thursday, May 9, at 8 PM local time. To reap the full benefits from the quest rewards, players must complete it before the deadline, or the rewards will no longer be accessible.
To assist you in this endeavor, here’s a breakdown of the quest steps and their respective rewards (be cautious of spoilers!):
- Catch 15 Fighting-type Pokémon – Encounter Mankey
- Power up 15 Fighting-type Pokémon – Encounter Machop
- Earn 10,000 Stardust – Encounter Gligar
- Gain 20,000 XP – Encounter Throh
- Battle in the Go Battle League 5 times – Encounter Sawk
Rewards: 5,000 XP, 3 Rare Candies, and 2 Fast TMs.
Field Research Tasks During Rivals Week
By spinning PokéStops during the Rivals Week event, players may receive exclusive field research tasks. Remember to save these tasks in your collection so that they can be completed even after the event concludes.
Here are the tasks you can encounter:
- Catch 10 Pokémon: Rewards you with a chance to encounter Mankey, Poliwag, or Ralts.
- Power up Pokémon 10 times: Earn an encounter with Alolan Sandshrew or Gligar.
- Power up Pokémon 15 times: Risk receiving Lickitung or Galarian Stunfisk.
- Spin 5 PokéStops or Gyms: Reward includes either 5 Poké Balls, 3 Potions, or 2 Revives.
Thanks to contributions from the Reddit community, additional information and insights about these tasks have been compiled!
All About Rivals Week in Pokémon Go
Rivals Week includes various bonuses available until its conclusion on Thursday, May 9, at 8 PM local time. One notable bonus is the double catch candy, alongside a tenfold increase in XP gained from spinning Gym Photo Discs.
The event also boasts increased shiny encounter rates for Zangoose, Seviper, Throh, Sawk, Heatmor, and Durant. The Go Battle Weekend is set for Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, during which players can participate in even more PvP battles.
Throughout Rivals Week, players can expect the following Pokémon to appear more frequently:
- Alolan Sandshrew
- Mankey
- Poliwag
- Machop
- Lickitung
- Gligar
- Ralts
- Galarian Stunfisk
Additionally, the event offers a chance to catch various regionally exclusive Pokémon, which will be available only on specified dates:
- Zangoose and Seviper: Available from May 4, 10 AM to May 6, 10 AM (local time)
- Throh and Sawk: Available from May 6, 10 AM to May 8, 10 AM (local time)
- Heatmor and Durant: Available from May 8, 10 AM to May 9, 8 PM (local time)
Remember, players have an increased chance of encountering shiny variants of these regionally exclusive Pokémon!
Raids and Challenges during Rivals Week
Rivals Week also features select raids, with the three-star raid Pokémon changing according to the availability of regionally exclusive Pokémon in the wild. Here’s a quick overview:
Raids Schedule:
| One Star | Three Star | Five Star | Mega |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mankey | Zangoose and Seviper (May 4-6, 10 AM local time) | Tapu Fini | Mega Alakazam |
| Teddiursa | Throh and Sawk (May 6-8, 10 AM local time) | ||
| Swinub | Heatmor and Durant (May 8-9, 8 PM local time) | ||
| Jangmo-o |
PokéStop Showcases will also be running concurrently throughout Rivals Week, adding more engagement for players.
Go Battle Weekend in Pokémon Go
The Go Battle Weekend is set to take place during Rivals Week, occurring from 12 AM on Saturday, May 4, to 11:59 PM on Sunday, May 5. During this time, players will have the opportunity to complete up to 100 battles each day.
In addition to the heightened battle capacity, players will earn quadruple Stardust from win rewards (excluding end-of-set rewards) and can participate in a timed research quest to earn Hala-Style Sandals.
For those seeking even more challenges, a paid timed research quest will be available for $1 or the equivalent amount in your currency, providing various rewards upon completion.
Enjoy the adventures that Rivals Week offers in Pokémon Go! Happy hunting!