Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball Partner Up for In-Stadium Fun!
Get ready for a summer of baseball and Pokémon! Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) have announced a thrilling collaboration bringing augmented reality gameplay directly to select MLB stadiums. This exciting partnership transforms participating ballparks into vibrant Pokémon GO hotspots.
Exclusive In-Game Rewards at Themed MLB Games
Announced on February 12, 2025, the collaboration adds official club-branded PokéStops and Gyms to several MLB stadiums. Attending fans can enjoy the following perks:
- Team-branded merchandise giveaways
- Unique in-game avatar items
- Limited-time research tasks rewarding Pokémon encounters
- Raid Battles featuring Pokémon with exclusive location backgrounds
This exciting event runs from May 9th, 2025, to September 7th, 2025. The initial game features the Cleveland Guardians on May 9th, culminating with the Texas Rangers on September 7th. Check the official Pokémon GO news site for a comprehensive list of participating games and locations.
While the collaboration has been met with enthusiasm, some fans have expressed disappointment over the exclusion of certain teams and hope for future expansion. Concerns have also been raised about potential strain on cellular data networks during these high-attendance events.
Pokémon GO Tour: Unova – Los Angeles: Meet Your Favorite Influencers!
The Pokémon GO Tour: Unova – Los Angeles event is adding another layer of excitement with meet-and-greets featuring popular Pokémon GO influencers! As announced by the Pokémon GO team on February 12, 2025, ticket holders will have the chance to meet some of their favorite community trainers. These daily meet-and-greets (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm PST) will feature:
- AwesomeAdam
- PokeDaxi
- The Trainer Club
- JTGily
- ZoëTwoDots
- Keibron Gamer
- Landoralpha
- Couple of Gaming
These influencers are well-known across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Pokémon GO has also announced designated safe meetup locations, facilitated by Community Ambassadors, in response to recent wildfires. Visit the official Pokémon GO news website for details on these meetups and schedules.
