Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

Get ready for an action-packed event as Pokémon Go's Sparring Partners Raid Day charges into the fray on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you’ll have a thrilling three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and take on some of the fiercest fighting-types in the game.

Leading the charge is Mega Heracross, making its grand entrance into Mega Raids. Don’t underestimate Hariyama and Scraggy either, as they’ll be flexing their muscles in regular raids with increased chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It’s a Fighting-type extravaganza, so make sure to bring your top counters to the arena.

But the excitement doesn’t stop at the raids. The event introduces a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand, which empowers featured Pokémon to deliver a 70-power hit in Trainer Battles and can potentially lower your opponent's Defence. In raids and gyms, it packs a 50-power punch. This move could be the key to gaining an advantage in your next battle.

To enhance your experience, you can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs. For one weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit increases to 20, allowing you more opportunities to battle from anywhere. And for just $4.99, you can purchase a ticket that unlocks additional Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Don't miss out on using *Pokémon Go codes* to claim a variety of free rewards!

Don’t overlook the free Timed Research available during the event. Complete it before time runs out to earn a substantial amount of Stardust and other raid-enhancing boosts. Additionally, you can snag a bonus ticket bundle from the Pokémon Go Web Store, which includes a Premium Battle Pass to further elevate your gameplay experience.