Niantic has released a new timed research for Pokémon GO, giving players access to a special Mewto to commemorate the game’s 10th anniversary. A new video has also released, further highlighting the game’s journey.
The video focuses on a young Trainer, first watching the Pokémon GO trailer in 2016, and how they grew alongside the game up until now. The free Timed Research will lead to an encounter with a Mewtwo with maxed-out stats and a Special Background. Mewtwo caught from the Timed Research will also have the third Mega Level unlocked for Mega Mewtwo Y. It will be available to catch until September 9. Check out the trailer highlighting the 10th anniversary of Pokémon GO below:
Recently, Niantic announced that Pokémon GO Wild Area 2026 will take place from November 6 to November 8 in Sendai, Japan, and Mexico City, Mexico. Those unable to attend the event in person can take part in Pokémon GO Wild Area: Global from November 14 to November 15. Tickets for both the in-person experiences and global in-game event will be available next Season, along with more details about what players can expect from this year’s event.
As part of the 10th anniversary celebrations, Niantic held an in-person event at Times Square in July 2026. Further, in a press release, it outlined the biggest achievements of Pokémon GO:
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Inspired 800 million+ players to explore the world together
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Sustained its global phenom status as a top 10 mobile game every year since its launch with more than 1 trillion Pokémon caught to date
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Reached players in 150+ countries and regions, uniting a deeply engaged community that averages 45 minutes in daily playtime
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100+ billion kilometers explored by Trainers while playing Pokémon GO.
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Live events across 60+ cities in 25+ countries and regions.
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Record attendance and engagement across three continents at Pokémon GO Fest 2026.
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Millions of players attending the live events, with millions more exploring host cities while playing.
