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The Pokémon GO Beloved Buddies event ran from February 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. through February 15, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time. It has ended. Its main perks were double XP for catching Pokémon, one-hour Lure Modules, and 500 bonus Stardust for catching six featured species.
Beloved Buddies event dates and bonuses
Pokémon GO announced the event on February 3, 2025. Its start and end times followed each player’s local time rather than a single global time zone. Pokémon GO’s event announcement listed these bonuses:
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- 2× XP for catching Pokémon.
- One-hour Lure Modules when activated during the event.
- 500 additional Stardust for catching Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Cutiefly, or Fomantis.
Which Pokémon appeared in the wild?
These Pokémon appeared more frequently during the event:
- Nidoran♀ and Nidoran♂
- Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, and Dunsparce
- Remoraid and Mantine
- Plusle and Minun
- Volbeat and Illumise
- Cutiefly and Fomantis
The announcement said shiny Diglett and shiny Dunsparce had an increased chance to appear, but it did not publish numeric odds.
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Pokémon GO Plus +
- The packaging is Japanese, but item works the same as the US version.
- Catch Pokémon and track your rest rhythm with the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory!
- Keep track of your sleep with the press of a button
- Press and hold the central button on the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory and place it by your pillow to track your rest rhythm on the Pokémon Sleep app
- There’s a Pikachu within your Pokémon GO Plus + that can sing you lullabies and act as your morning alarm; Pikachu grows friendlier the more you sleep, unlocking even more sounds!
What did event Lures attract?
Lure Modules activated during the event lasted one hour and could attract a different mix of Pokémon, including Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Cutiefly, and Fomantis. Catching any of those six species also earned the 500 additional Stardust.
Which raid bosses were featured?
Dhelmise made its Pokémon GO debut in raids. The announced lineup was:
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Pokémon GO Plus +
- Catch Pokémon and track your rest rhythm with the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory!
- Keep track of your sleep with the press of a button
- Press and hold the central button on the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory and place it by your pillow to track your rest rhythm on the Pokémon Sleep app
- There’s a Pikachu within your Pokémon GO Plus + that can sing you lullabies and act as your morning alarm; Pikachu grows friendlier the more you sleep, unlocking even more sounds!
- Spin PokéStops or throw Poké Balls automatically in Pokémon GO for hands-free gameplay (and Great Balls and Ultra Balls can be thrown too!)
| Raid type | Featured Pokémon |
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| One-star | Shellder, Dwebble, Skrelp |
| Three-star | Slowbro, Hippowdon, Dhelmise |
| Five-star | Enamorus (Incarnate Forme) |
| Mega Raids | Mega Tyranitar |
The announcement also identified shiny Skrelp and certain raid species marked with an asterisk in its lineup as having increased shiny chances. It gave no exact rates, so those chances should not be treated as a guarantee of a shiny encounter.
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Pokemon Go Plus + (Renewed)
- Catch Pokémon and track your rest rhythm with the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory!
- Keep track of your sleep with the press of a button
- Press and hold the central button on the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory and place it by your pillow to track your rest rhythm on the Pokémon Sleep app
- There’s a Pikachu within your Pokémon GO Plus + that can sing you lullabies and act as your morning alarm; Pikachu grows friendlier the more you sleep, unlocking even more sounds!
- Spin PokéStops or throw Poké Balls automatically in Pokémon GO for hands-free gameplay (and Great Balls and Ultra Balls can be thrown too!)
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Silicone Case for Poke Go Plus + (2023), Go Plus Plus Cover Case with Strap, Soft Protective Case Shockproof Scratch-Resistant (Black)
- Designed for GO Plus +: The case is specially designed for GO Plus + and its size fits the GO Plus + so well that the gaming switch will not move around and tumble in the case.
- Premium Silicone Material for Comfort & Safety: Crafted from high-quality silicone, this case delivers a soft, pleasant touch while shielding your Poke GO Plus+ from scratches, dirt, and daily wear.
- Portable Design with Wrist Strap: The built-in hand strap allows you to wear the case on your wrist, ensuring easy portability and hands-free convenience during outdoor adventures.
- Designed for GO Plus +: The case is specially designed for GO Plus + and its size fits the GO Plus + so well that the gaming switch will not move around and tumble in the case.
- Package: Silicone Case x1; Hand strap x1. If you need any support please feel free to contact us.
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Pokemon Go Plus +
- Catch Pokémon and track your rest rhythm with the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory!
- Keep track of your sleep with the press of a button
- Press and hold the central button on the Pokémon GO Plus + accessory and place it by your pillow to track your rest rhythm on the Pokémon Sleep app
- There’s a Pikachu within your Pokémon GO Plus + that can sing you lullabies and act as your morning alarm; Pikachu grows friendlier the more you sleep, unlocking even more sounds!
- Spin PokéStops or throw Poké Balls automatically in Pokémon GO for hands-free gameplay (and Great Balls and Ultra Balls can be thrown too!)
Field Research, Collection Challenges and Showcases
- Field Research: Event-themed tasks offered Stardust and Tandemaus encounters. The announcement did not list the individual tasks or exact Stardust amounts.
- Collection Challenges: Catch-focused challenges offered Stardust and Great Balls; exact requirements and quantities were not specified in the announcement.
- PokéStop Showcases: Players could enter event-themed Pokémon. The announcement did not state judging rules.
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