With the frequent announcements of new tickets and passes in *Pokemon GO*, players are always eager to know the price tag. So, it came as a pleasant surprise that the new *Pokemon GO* Tour Pass is a free feature. But what exactly does this Tour Pass entail?
What Is a Tour Pass in *Pokemon GO*?
The Tour Pass is a novel feature introduced with the Global event for *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova. It's designed to enhance your event experience by allowing you to complete various tasks to earn Tour Points. These points unlock rewards, boost your rank, and enhance event bonuses during the GO Tour Unova.
The Tour Pass is automatically granted to all players for free when the *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event kicks off on February 24 at 10 AM local time. However, for those looking for a more premium experience, there's the Tour Pass Deluxe, available for $14.99 USD or its local equivalent. This deluxe version offers an instant encounter with Victini, along with upgraded rewards and accelerated progression through the Tour Pass levels.
How Do You Earn Tour Points & What Do They Do?
Earning Tour Points is straightforward and reminiscent of the research tasks we've grown accustomed to. You can earn points by catching Pokemon, participating in raids, and hatching eggs. Additionally, there are specific Pass Tasks that refresh daily during GO Tour, providing more opportunities to earn points.
These Tour Points are your ticket to collecting rewards and climbing the ranks within the Tour Pass tiers system. As you progress, you'll unlock a variety of rewards such as Pokemon encounters, candy, Poke Balls, and more. Advancing through the tiers also increases the Catch XP bonus during *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova, with the following boosts:
- 1.5× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 2
- 2× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 3
- 3× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 4
While Niantic has kept some details under wraps, promising "stay tuned for more details," it's clear that the free *Pokemon GO* Tour Pass will offer substantial rewards. The highest reward tier in the free pass leads to an encounter with Zorua, featuring a unique background. On the other hand, the Tour Pass Deluxe culminates in a different final reward: the Lucky Trinket.
What Is a Lucky Trinket?
The Lucky Trinket is an exclusive item for those who purchase the Tour Pass Deluxe. It's the ultimate prize on the deluxe path, attainable only by those who invest significant time during the GO Tour Global event. This one-time-use item has the power to instantly transform one of your friends into a Lucky Friend, enabling you to trade and receive a Lucky Pokemon without the necessity of being Best Friends. However, you must be at least Great Friends to utilize this item.
Keep in mind, Lucky Trinkets earned during GO Tour: Unova will expire on March 9, 2025, so they are only available for a limited time.
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