Pokemon Go Mega Squads Event: Maschiff Debut, Passes, and Raid Rotations
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Pokemon Go's Mega Squads event runs from September 8-14, featuring the debut of Maschiff, a split-phase structure, upgraded Mega evolutions, and a dedicated Go Pass.
Pokemon Go is shaking up its routine with the Mega Squads event, running from September 8 through September 14. Split cleanly into two distinct phases, the update brings upgraded Mega forms for Beedrill and Houndoom alongside the long-awaited arrival of the dog Pokemon Maschiff and a shiny debut for Flamigo. The event structure also swaps out traditional Tuesday and Thursday schedules for two dedicated Spotlight Hours, keeping mobile players active on their daily routes.
For collectors hunting down Maschiff, the second half of the event starting September 11 is where the action happens. You can secure the new addition through five-kilometer egg hatches, specific Field Research tasks, or by climbing the free tracks of the Mega Squads Go Pass. Players willing to spend on the deluxe pass will unlock extra perks like halved egg hatch distances, bonus Stardust, and a cosmetic jacket.
Beyond the headline debut, the week-long celebration packs plenty of mechanical incentives for community grinders. Spawns, raid targets, and field research rotate halfway through the week, shifting focus from bug and flying types over to dark types like Houndour and Carvanha with boosted shiny rates. It is a solid mid-September drop that gives active mobile players plenty of reasons to coordinate raids and clear out inventory space.
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Original article: Polygon