Exciting New Pokémon GO Event: Simply Groundbreaking 2024
The latest season of Pokémon GO brings us the Simply Groundbreaking 2024 event, which highlights Pokémon that thrive underground. This event is packed with exciting bonuses for players. It kicks off on November 15, 2024, at 10 AM local time and wraps up on November 17, 2024, at 8 PM local time. Despite some curiosity about the fate of Pokémon GO following the release of Pokémon TCG Pocket, developer Niantic is rolling out fresh incentives for trainers to keep the adventure alive.
One major highlight of this event is the introduction of Dynamax Drilbur in Max Raid Battles. While Drilbur is making its debut, several other Pokémon will also have increased spawn rates during this three-day event. Furthermore, players have additional reasons to participate before the highly anticipated Toxel debuts next week. Here’s what you can expect from this year’s Simply Groundbreaking event.
Increased Pokémon Spawns During Simply Groundbreaking 2024
11 Pokémon with Boosted Spawns
One of the main attractions for trainers is the enhanced spawn rates for 11 Pokémon, including some that are typically hard to find in the wild. Among them are fan favorites from Generation One: Jigglypuff, Diglett, and Rhyhorn. Rhyhorn is especially desirable for PvP enthusiasts looking to collect candy for its powerful evolution, Rhyperior. Although many veteran players may already have captured Alolan Diglett, it only appears during special events, making it a great catch for newcomers.
Alongside these, seven additional Pokémon—Phanpy, Whismur, Kricketot, Woobat, Drilbur, Noibat, and Excadrill—will also be available with increased spawn rates. Players should be vigilant, as Excadrill is the rarest of this group, and catching it should be a priority if it shows up on your screen. Of course, other Pokémon will still be out there, but not as frequently as these eleven.
To add to the thrill, all eleven Pokémon have the chance to appear in their shiny forms during this event. These shiny versions are quite rare, so make sure to track them down while their spawn rates are elevated.
Tip: To boost your odds of snagging shiny Pokémon, interact with them on the map, and if they’re not shiny, simply flee to find another nearby.
Additional Highlights During the Event
One of the standout features of the Simply Groundbreaking event is the debut of Dynamax Drilbur in Max Raid Battles. As a one-star raid boss, it presents a manageable challenge for players. Dynamax Drilbur is particularly vulnerable to Water, Grass, and Ice-type Pokémon, making it straightforward for seasoned trainers to take down with their Dynamax Pokémon.
For players at level 31 and above, there’s also a 2x chance to receive Candy XL whenever a Pokémon is caught. Collecting this candy is crucial for maximizing the potential of your top-rated Pokémon during battles and raids. The event will also feature themed field research tasks, such as capturing Pokémon, spinning PokeStops, or completing Max Battles, which offer further chances to catch Drilbur and collect candy.
In summary, while the Simply Groundbreaking event may not be the most extensive of the year, it certainly provides Pokémon GO enthusiasts with a fantastic opportunity to capture some rare finds and the debut of Dynamax Drilbur through Max Raids. Enjoy the adventure!
