Pokemon GO: All Debuts in GO Fest 2025

GO Fest 2025 is the biggest Pokemon GO event of the year. Discover the details of the debuts in GO Fest 2025.

Pokemon GO Fest official poster. (Source: Niantic)

GO Fest 2025 is one of the biggest Pokemon GO events, and it is currently underway and open to players worldwide. The event taking place from June 28 to June 29 isn’t location-specific and can be attended from anywhere. Alternatively, players will also have the opportunity to attend the event in person at select locations.

The location-specific events and timings are given below:

May 29-June 1, 2025 – Osaka, Japan
June 6-8, 2025 – Jersey City, New Jersey, USA
June 13-15, 2025 – Paris, France

Lucky trainers in these cities will have the chance to indulge in this two-day celebration of the augmented reality mobile game, armed with their trusty smartphones. Given the scale of these events, the addition of some spectacular new Pokemon to the game is anticipated. Let us discuss all the exciting debuts of GO Fest 2025.

All Debuts in GO Fest 2025

Global Debuts

Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta (Source: Niantic)

Volcanion – You would require a ticket to acquire this Mythical Pokemon. The special dual-type Fire/Water Generation VI critter can be obtained through Special Research.
Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta – Like their name suggests, they are the crown jewels of debuts in GO Fest 2025. These legendary Pokemon debut in 5-Star Raids.

Shiny Debuts

Frigibax, Carbink, and Pancham (Source: Niantic)

As many Shiny Pokemon are purely cosmetic with no boost in stats, having them in your collection is a major bragging right. The following are the Shiny Pokemon debuts:

Shiny Frigibax – The dual-type Dragon/Ice critter is a favorite among PvP and raid enthusiasts.
Shiny Carbink – The dual-type Rock/Fairy critter is now available globally.
Shiny Jangmo-o – This Dragon-/Fighting-type is rare and has a stellar evolution pathway.
Shiny Flabébé – This Pokemon is now available in all flower colors.
Shiny Shelmet and Shiny Pancham – The snail-like and the Fighting-type Pokemon will now have Shiny forms.

Conclusion

Moreover, Skiddo was exclusive to City Safari events, while Klefki was only available in France. Both critters will see their global debuts in GO Fest 2025. Subsequently, players with tickets will access the branching Special Research, unique Incense spawns, and boosted shiny odds.

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