The paid Pokémon GO Costume Party Timed Research ran from October 22 to November 3, 2024, and is no longer available. A secondary guide credited to Polygon lists ten costumed Pokémon encounters across its tasks, plus a Spooky Festival Gengar encounter, two Premium Battle Passes and 5,000 XP for completion. It was most appealing to costume collectors who expected to finish the research—not to players looking for a ticket they can buy now.
What were the Costume Party research rewards?
The task and reward list below comes from a secondary guide credited to Polygon. The event-specific details are not independently confirmed by an official Halloween 2024 announcement.
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Pokémon GO Plus + | $144.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Pokémon GO Plus + | $124.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Pokemon Go Plus + | $149.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Silicone Case for Poke Go Plus + (2023), Go Plus Plus Cover Case with Strap, Soft Protective Case... | $12.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Pokemon Go Plus + (Renewed) | Buy on Amazon |
| Task | Listed reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Vulpix wearing the Spooky Festival costume |
| Catch 10 Pokémon | Piplup wearing a Halloween costume |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Pikachu wearing a Witch Hat |
| Catch 20 Pokémon | Drifblim wearing a Halloween costume |
| Use 10 Berries to help catch Pokémon | Average-size Spooky Festival Pumpkaboo |
| Use 20 Berries to help catch Pokémon | Large Spooky Festival Pumpkaboo |
| Use 30 Berries to help catch Pokémon | Small Spooky Festival Pumpkaboo |
| Use 40 Berries to help catch Pokémon | Super-size Spooky Festival Pumpkaboo |
| Catch 6 different Pokémon species | Halloween-costumed Froakie |
| Catch 10 different Pokémon species | Halloween-costumed Rowlet |
| Complete the research | Spooky Festival Gengar encounter, 2 Premium Battle Passes and 5,000 XP |
See the secondary guide credited to Polygon for the listed tasks and encounters.
Was the Costume Party ticket worth buying?
The guide reported a US$2 ticket price. It compared the two Premium Battle Passes with an in-game listed value of 100 PokéCoins each, saying they roughly covered the ticket’s price. That is an in-game comparison, not a fixed cash valuation: the passes and XP only have practical value if you want to use them, and the costumed encounters may matter more to collectors than to other players.
#1 Best Overall
- 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!
- Best fit: players collecting costume variants or seeking these particular encounters, provided they expected to complete the timed tasks.
- Less compelling: players uninterested in costume Pokémon, or anyone who would not finish enough tasks to value the encounters and completion rewards.
Because the offer ended in 2024, this historical comparison is not a reason to look for or buy the same ticket now.
Can you still get this research?
No. The Costume Party Timed Research was reported as available only from October 22 through November 3, 2024. Pokémon GO’s Help Center explains that many in-game events have free gameplay with optional paid content, and that event tickets are bought in the in-app Shop; this general guidance does not make the expired Costume Party ticket available today. Read Pokémon GO Help Center guidance on events and tickets.
Rank #2
- 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!)
What this ticket was—and was not
Costume Party was a Halloween 2024 paid research offer. It was separate from the 2023 Ticket of Treats offer and from Party Play, Pokémon GO’s distinct co-op feature. Pokémon GO’s Party Play page describes that separate feature.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- 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!)
Rank #4
- 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.
Rank #3
- 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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