In the world of *Pokemon GO,* new features often spark curiosity and excitement among players. One such feature, the Tour Pass, was introduced with the *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event, and it's free to all participants. This pass is your key to unlocking a variety of rewards and enhancing your gameplay experience during the event. The *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event kicks off on February 24 at 10 AM local time, and your Tour Pass will be waiting for you automatically.
For those looking to dive deeper into the event, there's also the Tour Pass Deluxe, available for $14.99 USD or its local equivalent. This paid version offers an instant encounter with Victini, along with "upgraded rewards and faster progression" through the Tour Pass levels. Whether you choose the free or paid version, you're in for a thrilling adventure.
How Do You Earn Tour Points & What Do They Do?
Earning Tour Points is straightforward and engaging, much like the research tasks we've grown accustomed to in *Pokemon GO.* You can accumulate these points by catching Pokemon, participating in raids, and hatching eggs. Additionally, there are Pass Tasks that refresh daily throughout the GO Tour event, offering more opportunities to earn points.
These Tour Points are your gateway to a treasure trove of rewards. As you collect them, you'll unlock items, increase your rank in the Tour Pass tiers, and enjoy various bonuses. Each tier you reach brings new rewards, including Pokemon encounters, candy, Poke Balls, and more. Plus, your ranking progression directly impacts the Catch XP bonus during *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova:
- 1.5× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 2
- 2× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 3
- 3× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 4
Niantic has hinted at more details to come, suggesting that the free Tour Pass may include additional bonuses or rewards. The highest reward tier in the free pass offers an encounter with Zorua featuring a special background, while the Tour Pass Deluxe culminates in a unique item called a Lucky Trinket.
What Is a Lucky Trinket?
Exclusive to the Tour Pass Deluxe, the Lucky Trinket is a one-time-use item that can turn one of your friends into a Lucky Friend. This means you can trade with them to obtain a Lucky Pokemon, bypassing the need to be Best Friends—although you must be at least Great Friends to use it. Lucky Trinkets acquired during GO Tour: Unova will expire on March 9, 2025, so make sure to use them within this timeframe.
*Pokemon GO* is available for you to explore and enjoy right now. Dive into the *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event and make the most of your Tour Pass, whether you opt for the free or Deluxe version.
