The immensely popular Pokémon GO Fest will be taking place in a completely online format in July this year.
Starting on July 25 to 26, the new format for Pokémon GO Fest 2020 will allow players worldwide to participate from wherever they are.
Last year, it was a in-person gathering but due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, changing the format to an online event is in the interest of everyone's safety. This will also be the first time Pokémon GO Fest has been held virtually.
In another first, all ticket holders will be able to attend both days of this two-day event.
While the traditional gathering of Pokémon GO fans will surely be missed, there's plenty for people to do and get involved in.
Not only are you in for an exciting weekend of bonuses, Pokémon encounters, and Special Research, there will also be exciting ways to connect with other players and experience other fun surprises throughout the entire summer.
The news was announced by Niantic Labs on its official website, where it explained: "This year, we’re bringing you a totally reimagined Pokémon GO Fest experience.
"Save the dates: on July 25 and 26, Pokémon GO Fest 2020 will take place as a global event in a virtual format".
In 2019, multiple Pokémon GO Fests took place throughout the summer in Chicago, Dortmund, and Yokohama. In total, these events brought together over 600,000 players.
