Shiny Pokémon Debut in Pokémon Go's "Scattered Winds" Event

Even though February might still have a chill in the air, Pokémon GO is heating things up with its exciting new event, Scattered to the Wind! This event offers a flurry of new rewards, research tasks, and boosted encounter rates.

Get ready for double XP on PokéStop spins and a whopping 5x XP bonus for your very first spin each day! You can also open up to 40 gifts daily, or a generous 60 with the Eggs-pedition Access: February ticket. Plus, you'll have an increased chance of encountering a Shiny Pidgey.

But the fun doesn't stop there! By collecting postcards from around the globe, you'll significantly increase your chances of encountering Shiny Scatterbug, Shiny Petilil, and Shiny Vivillon. The event also includes new Field Research Task rewards and a paid Timed Research event.

Beyond the Shell

Pokémon GO consistently encourages exploration with enticing rewards—a key element of its augmented reality gameplay. While new Pokémon are always a draw, the event's focus on international postcard collecting might feel unusual for some players. It adds a unique social element, though the connection with international players may be limited to the postcards themselves.

Don't miss out on this limited-time event, running from February 18th to 20th! Make the most of the boosted XP, Shiny encounters, and new research tasks. And for an extra boost, check out our list of Pokémon GO promo codes!