You better charge up and prepare yourself for the latest event in Pokemon GO. The Pokemon GO Charged-Up Research Day allows trainers to encounter and catch a whole range of Electric-type Pokemon. So, if you still need that Electric medal, this one’s for you!
Pokemon GO Charged-Up Research Day Details
Niantic has announced the latest Pokemon GO event, and it’s shorter than previous events. The Charged-Up Research Day gives you three hours to catch plenty of Electric-type Pokemon. That’s quite a short period of time, so here’s everything you need to know to make the most of it.
Event Date and Time
The Pokemon GO Charged-Up Research Day will be held on Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokemon can be encountered in the wild for the duration of the event.
| Pokemon | Shiny |
|---|---|
| Pikachu | ★ |
| Voltorb | ★ |
| Plusle | ★ |
| Minun | ★ |
| Emolga | |
| Pawmi |
Field Research Task Encounters
The following Pokemon can be encountered as a reward for completing special Field Research tasks that can be obtained via PokeStops during the event period.
| Pokemon | Shiny |
|---|---|
| Chinchou | ★ |
| Electrike | ★ |
| Blitzle | ★ |
| Joltik | ★ |
| Helioptile | ★ |
Timed Research
Trainers will have the option to participate in and complete special Charged-Up Research Day Timed Research by purchasing it for $1 USD or the equivalent in your local currency. The Timed Research will task trainers with completing various Field Research tasks for a chance at encountering the following Pokemon.
| Pokemon | Shiny |
|---|---|
| Chinchou | ★ |
| Electrike | ★ |
| Blitzle | ★ |
| Joltik | ★ |
| Helioptile | ★ |
As this is Timed Research, trainers will only have until Sunday, March 3, 2024, 5:00 PM local time to make sure that they have completed it.
The Charged-Up Research Day is lighter than other recent events, but honestly, that’s a good thing as we recover from Pokemon GO Tour: Sinnoh – Global and prepare for Litten’s upcoming Community Day.
