Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

Mark your calendars, Pokémon Go trainers, because Raid Day is set to electrify the game on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a thrilling three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and engage with some of the fiercest Fighting-type Pokémon around. This event promises to be a knockout!

The star of the show during Pokémon Go’s Sparring Partners Raid Day is none other than Mega Heracross, making its grand entrance into Mega Raids. But that's not all; you can also expect to see Hariyama and Scraggy flexing their muscles in regular raids, both with heightened chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It’s the perfect time to bring your strongest counters and dominate the raid scene.

Beyond the raids, this event introduces an exciting new Charged Attack called Upper Hand. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and has the potential to lower your opponent’s Defence. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit. Mastering Upper Hand could be the key to turning the tide in your battles.

To help you make the most of Raid Day, the event comes packed with bonuses. Spin Gym Photo Discs to collect up to six free Raid Passes, and take advantage of the temporarily increased Remote Raid Pass limit of 20 for the weekend. This gives you more opportunities than ever to participate in raids from the comfort of your home.

For those looking to go the extra mile, a special $4.99 ticket unlocks a treasure trove of additional benefits. These include extra Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher chance of obtaining Rare Candy XL. Plus, don't miss out on using *Pokémon Go codes* to claim a variety of free rewards and enhance your experience.

Make sure to dive into the free Timed Research available during the event. Completing it before time runs out will reward you with a substantial amount of Stardust and other raid-enhancing boosts. And if you're looking for even more value, check out the bonus ticket bundle in the Pokémon Go Web Store, which includes a Premium Battle Pass to further amplify your gameplay.