Pokémon Go Fest 2025: Scopely's vision for global shows that balance ticketed thrills with free fun.

The Global Pokémon Go Fest is typically a big deal for trainers all across the world, and the 2025 edition is no different. This event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time on June 28 and 29, brings millions of gamers together for a global adventure. What really strikes out to me this year is how the event can please both loyal ticket holders and trainers who don't have to pay to play. This shows where the game is going under its new ownership. This year's Pokémon Go Fest seems like a statement, a clear hint that Scopely is ready to leave its mark on the popular smartphone game.

There's no doubt that Pokémon Go has been a worldwide hit for years, and one of the things that makes it so popular is that it lets people meet in person. Scopely recently bought Niantic's game development company for $3.5 billion. I've been wondering how this change will affect big events like Go Fest. From what I've seen, the event is a lot of fun for everyone, whether they bought a ticket or not. It contains exclusive content and a lot of exciting things to do.

Volcanion's First Appearance Is the Main Event

Dedicated trainers need the "Full Steam Ahead" Special Research.

The major reason trainers bought tickets to Pokémon Go Fest 2025: Global is probably the exclusive Special Research that leads to meeting the Mythical Pokémon Volcanion. This Fire/Water-type Pokémon is making its first appearance in the world during the event, and only people who have tickets can get it through this special tale. The "Full Steam Ahead" study is a six-step trip that takes you through several activities in the field, ending with the long-awaited meeting.

I like that this Special Research doesn't go away when you unlock it, so players can finish it whenever they want. But the benefits of Go Fest, like more shiny encounters and more goodies, definitely make it more enticing to do the study during the festival days. If you already got a Volcanion at a Go Fest event in person, the worldwide research will give you Volcanion Candy instead. This is a nice touch for people who go to more than one event.

In addition to the mythological encounter, trainers with tickets have a better chance of finding Shiny Pokémon, special Pokémon that are drawn to Incense, and Collection Challenges that are based on habitats. This layered strategy makes sure that players who pay feel like they got something for their money, which is very important for any big event.

Zacian and Zamazenta, the Crowned Ones, are fun challenges for everyone.

Free codes and raids let you get legendary forms.

Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta are two of the most exciting new Pokémon that will be available to all trainers during Pokémon Go Fest 2025: Global. their legendary Pokémon get a big boost with their monstrous forms, which may learn techniques like Behemoth Blade and Behemoth Bash. I was very happy to learn that players may get the Crowned Energy they need to change these Pokémon in a number of ways.

During the event, both Crowned Legendary Pokémon show up as five-star raid bosses. Trainers who beat them get their Crowned Energy. This means that even trainers who don't want to pay can join these high-stakes contests and try to get these powerful forms. Scopely has also been giving you free promotional coupons before and during Go Fest. Each code gives you 50 Crowned Sword Energy and 50 Crowned Shield Energy. This is a great thing to do because it makes a scarce resource available to more people and gets people excited about the event.

It's easy to redeem these codes on the game's website, so everyone can get their rewards without any trouble. The ticketed Special Research also gives out Crowned Energy, but the free codes and raid prizes show that the event is trying to make a big part of it fun for all trainers.

Scopely's Impact Is Already Changing the Future of Pokémon Go

New features and a continued focus on live events

The sale of Pokémon Go from Niantic to Scopely, which formally ended on May 29, 2025, changed the mobile gaming landscape in a big way. Niantic is now working on geospatial AI, and Scopely is in charge of making the game. I think Pokémon Go Fest 2025 shows a good way forward under Scopely's leadership, even though big changes can make things unpredictable.

The game has already added new elements like Golden Bottle Caps and hyper training, which shows that they are still working on making the gameplay better. The new crew is committed to keeping the game's high standards, as shown by how well this worldwide event went off with its mix of exclusive and accessible material. It's good to see that Ed Wu's core development team has moved to Scopely to help Pokémon Go grow over time.

Pokémon Go Fest 2025: Global isn't simply another event; it seems like Scopely is making a message. It shows that they know the game's community and want to give players big, fun experiences. The event strikes a good balance between exclusivity and community spirit. For example, ticket holders can catch Volcanion, and Crowned Energy is easy to get through raids and free codes. I'm excited about the future of Pokémon Go as it changes and grows under its new owners. I can't wait to see what other experiences are in store for us.