Niantic has revealed Ralts as the star Pokémon for January's Community Day Classic. This guide details the event, including bonuses and available in-game purchases.
January's Community Day Classic: Ralts Takes Center Stage
On January 25th, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (local time), trainers will have heightened chances of encountering Ralts, including its Shiny form.
A special research story, priced at $2 USD, offers rewards upon completion: a Premium Battle Pass, a Rare Candy XL, and three Ralts encounters featuring Dual Destiny-themed backgrounds.
Evolving Ralts into Kirlia during the event (or within five hours afterward) unlocks Gardevoir or Gallade with the powerful Charged Attack "Synchronoise" (80 power in Trainer Battles, Gyms, and Raids).
Timed Research provides 4 Sinnoh Stones and a Ralts encounter with a Dual Destiny-themed background. Unlike the main Community Day event, this research remains accessible for a week post-event.
Event Bonuses:
- ¼ Egg Hatch Distance
- 3-hour Lure Modules and Incense duration
- Snapshot surprises!
An Ultra Community Day Box ($4.99 USD) containing 10 Ultra Balls, 1 Elite Charged TM, and a Special Research ticket will be available on the Pokémon GO Web Store starting January 21st, 2025, at 10:00 AM (local time).
Two in-game shop bundles will also be offered:
- 1,350 PokéCoins: 50 Ultra Balls, 5 Super Incubators, 1 Elite Charged TM, 5 Lucky Eggs
- 480 PokéCoins: 30 Ultra Balls, 1 Incense, 3 Super Incubators, 1 Lure Module
Community Day Classic: A Monthly Pokémon GO Tradition
Niantic hosts a Community Day Classic each month, featuring a different Pokémon (November 2024 featured Mankey). These events increase encounter rates for the featured Pokémon (including Shiny variants) and offer exclusive moves for evolved forms. Additional bonuses, such as reduced egg hatch distances, are also common. December's event is a two-day special featuring multiple Pokémon.
