Get ready for an electrifying adventure with the Pokémon GO High Zaptitude Event in January 2026! This exciting week brings a host of thrilling features, including the debut of the Wattrel family, the elusive Shiny Tadbulb, global challenges, and more. Here's a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about this event, from spawns and bonuses to research and raids.
Event Bonuses
The High Zaptitude event offers a range of bonuses to enhance your Pokémon GO experience:
- Shiny Tadbulb Debut: Shiny Tadbulb makes its first appearance, with an increased chance to hatch a shiny version! Keep an eye out for those sparkling sparkles, as Shiny Tadbulb is a rare find. Remember, Shiny Bellibolt is an incredible reward, too!
- Global Challenges: Explore the world and complete Global Challenges to unlock rewards. Reach Level 2 of the Global Challenge to witness the debut of Wattrel, a Storm Petrel Pokémon, and its evolution, Kilowattrel.
Pokémon Debuts
✨ Shiny Tadbulb: Shiny Tadbulb is finally here! You'll have a higher chance of hatching this shiny Pokémon, but be cautious; it's a tricky one to spot. Keep an eye out for those sparkly surprises!
⭐ Wattrel Family: The Storm Petrel Pokémon Wattrel and its evolution, Kilowattrel, will be available in the wild and through Field Research if you reach Level 2 of the Global Challenge. Evolve Wattrel with 50 Wattrel Candy to transform it into Kilowattrel.
Wild Encounters
- Increased Spawns: Keep an eye out for the following Pokémon, as they'll be appearing more frequently in the wild:
- 2km Eggs
- Global Challenges: Throughout the event, global challenges will unlock special bonuses. Collaborate with Trainers worldwide to complete challenges, earning rewards for all participants. Once a challenge is completed, the bonuses will be available for the rest of the event, and a new challenge will begin.
Level 1 and 2 Rewards
- Level 1:
- 2× XP for catching Pokémon
- Level 2:
- 2× Stardust for catching Pokémon
- The Storm Petrel Pokémon Wattrel and its evolution, Kilowattrel, will be available in the wild and Field Research.
Level 3 Rewards
- Level 3:
- 2× XP for hatching Pokémon
- 2× Stardust for hatching Pokémon
Field Research Tasks
- Catch 5 Pokémon: Chinchou, Tynamo, and Helioptile
- Catch 15 Pokémon: Emolga, Yamper, and Tadbulb
- Catch 15 Pokémon (Level 2 Challenge): Wattrel
Paid Timed Research
For a small fee of US$1.99 (or local currency equivalent), you can access exclusive Timed Research and receive the following bonus during the event:
- 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance when placing eggs in an Incubator during the event period.
High Zaptitude Premium Timed Research
Complete tasks to earn rewards, including catching Tadbulb Pokémon in increasing quantities and exploring 1 km to find more Tadbulb.
Note on Timed Research
Timed Research has an expiration date. Ensure you complete the tasks and claim your rewards before Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Shop
- High Zaptitude Ultra Ticket Box: Available for US$1.99, this box includes an event ticket, two Max Revives, and two Max Potions.
