Pokémon Go Tour Hoenn: What’s New?
This weekend, the Pokémon Go Tour Hoenn event is going live. Fans will see every Hoenn Pokémon, from Torchic to Rayquaza, ready to catch. This will help players fill up their Pokédex. We’re also seeing the first appearance of Primal Groundon and Primal Kyogre. This is after a less successful event happened in Las Vegas.
Shiny Pokémon: Expectations vs. Reality
In past Johto and Kanto events, ticketed fans got a higher chance to catch shiny Pokémon. Everyone thought Hoenn would offer the same. But it’s changing this time. Hoenn Global is not a paid event. It is free. So, shiny boosts might not be a thing now. Niantic told reporters that shiny boosts would happen for some Pokémon, but not all.
People wondered which Pokémon would have shiny boosts. Niantic kept it a mystery. They said they want finding a shiny Pokémon to be a big surprise. So, no specific info was given. But they hinted that at the Las Vegas event, ticket holders had more chances to find shinies.
What Does This Mean for Players?
There’s a buzz about which Pokémon will have shiny boosts. Niantic suggests that not every Pokémon will get this boost. They stick to saying, “if you’re lucky, you may find a shiny Pokémon.”
Increased shiny boosts may only be for a few Pokémon this weekend. This seems linked to the version-exclusive bonuses. These bonuses will change every hour based on your ticket choice. But, this is not confirmed yet.
A Closer Look at Shiny Chances
It seems that out of over a hundred Hoenn Pokémon, only a few will have shiny boosts. That is less than what fans hoped for in a global event.