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When can you participate in the Unova Champion Throwback challenges and claim rewards in Pokémon Go?

When are the Pokémon GO Champion Throwback Challenges and Rewards Available?

Mark your calendars, Trainers! The Pokémon GO Champion Throwback Challenges are coming soon, and it’s time to gear up for some exciting rewards. These limited-time events will take you on a nostalgic journey through previous Pokémon GO features.

Throwback Challenge 2020: Kanto

Starting on May 1, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time, get ready for the Throwback Challenge 2020: Kanto! This challenge will provide you with an opportunity to revisit the original 151 Kanto Pokémon that started it all. It will be a week-long event, concluding on May 8, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time.

Throughout this challenge, you will have the chance to encounter cool Pokémon from various regions, including some rarely seen before in Pokémon GO. Keep an eye out for the Shiny Venonat and Shiny Digglet, as they make their debut during this event.

Throwback Challenge 2020: Johto

Once you’ve completed the Kanto challenge, get ready for the Throwback Challenge 2020: Johto! It kicks off on May 8, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time, giving you another opportunity to catch Pokémon from the beloved Johto region. This challenge will run for a week, until May 15, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time.

During the Johto challenge, you will encounter Pokémon that you’d typically find in Johto and have a chance to catch Shiny Dunsparce and Shiny Skarmory. Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to add them to your collection!

Throwback Challenge 2020: Hoenn

Following the Johto challenge, the Throwback Challenge 2020: Hoenn will start on May 15, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time. Explore the Hoenn region, home to Pokémon like Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip. This week-long event will come to an end on May 22, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time.

During the Hoenn challenge, you will have an opportunity to encounter rare Pokémon from Hoenn, along with the elusive Shiny Nosepass and Shiny Bagon. Make sure to seize this chance to expand your collection!

Throwback Challenge Champion 2020: Sinnoh

To conclude the series of Throwback Challenges, the Throwback Challenge Champion 2020: Sinnoh will begin on May 22, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time. Dive into the Sinnoh region and experience Pokémon from Diamond and Pearl. This final challenge will run until May 29, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. local time.

During the Sinnoh challenge, you will encounter Pokémon from Sinnoh, including the mythical Pokémon, Gible, and have a chance to catch Shiny Gible and Shiny Hippopotas. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to become the ultimate Pokémon GO Champion!

Get ready, Trainers! The Pokémon GO Champion Throwback Challenges are right around the corner, and they are bringing a whole new level of excitement to the world of Pokémon GO.