Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

Get ready for an intense showdown as Pokémon Go's Sparring Partners Raid Day charges in on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and take on some of the most formidable fighters in the game. As you eagerly await Tinkatink's debut, dive into this action-packed event featuring Fighting-types ready to rumble.

The event kicks off with Mega Heracross making its powerful entrance into Mega Raids. But that's not all—keep an eye out for Hariyama and Scraggy, who will be flexing their muscles in regular raids with increased Shiny encounter rates. It's a Fighting-type bonanza, so gear up with your top counters to conquer these challenges.

Beyond the raids, the Sparring Partners Raid Day introduces the new Charged Attack, Upper Hand. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and can potentially reduce your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit. Mastering Upper Hand might just be the key to dominating your next battle.

The event comes packed with bonuses to enhance your experience. Spin Gym Photo Discs to collect up to six free Raid Passes. For one weekend, the Remote Raid Pass limit increases to 20, offering more opportunities to battle from a distance.

For an additional boost, consider purchasing the $4.99 event ticket. It unlocks extra Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher chance of earning Rare Candy XL. Don't forget to use *Pokémon Go codes* to snag some free rewards as well!

Take advantage of the free Timed Research available during the event. Complete it before time runs out to earn a hefty amount of Stardust and additional raid-enhancing boosts. Also, check out the special ticket bundle in the Pokémon Go Web Store, which includes a Premium Battle Pass to further enhance your gameplay.