Pokemon GO Tour Pass: New Free Feature Explained

In the ever-evolving world of *Pokemon GO,* the announcement of a new feature often sparks curiosity, especially when it comes with a price tag. However, fans were pleasantly surprised to discover that the new *Pokemon GO* Tour Pass is completely free. But what exactly is this Tour Pass, and how can it enhance your gameplay during the *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova?

What Is a Tour Pass in *Pokemon GO*?

The Tour Pass is a fresh addition to the game, debuting with the Global event of *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova. It's designed to engage players in a series of tasks to accumulate Tour Points, which can then be used to unlock various rewards, elevate your rank, and boost event bonuses during the GO Tour Unova event.

The standard Tour Pass comes at no cost and will be automatically granted to all players when the *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event kicks off on February 24 at 10 AM local time. For those looking for an extra edge, there's also a premium option called the Tour Pass Deluxe. Priced at $14.99 USD (or its local equivalent), this version offers an immediate encounter with Victini, along with enhanced rewards and accelerated progression through the Tour Pass levels.

How Do You Earn Tour Points & What Do They Do?

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Earning Tour Points is akin to completing the familiar research tasks in *Pokemon GO.* Activities such as catching Pokemon, participating in raids, and hatching eggs contribute to your point total. Additionally, Pass Tasks, which refresh daily during the GO Tour, provide further opportunities to rack up points.

These Tour Points are your ticket to a variety of rewards, enabling you to unlock items and climb the ranks in the Tour Pass tiers. As you ascend through the tiers, you'll unlock goodies like Pokemon encounters, candy, Poke Balls, and more. Moreover, ranking up will amplify your Catch XP bonus during the *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event, with the following increments:

• 1.5× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 2
• 2× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 3
• 3× Catch XP upon reaching Tier 4

While Niantic has kept some details under wraps, promising more information soon, we do know that the highest reward tier in the free Tour Pass will grant you an encounter with Zorua, complete with a special background. On the other hand, the Tour Pass Deluxe offers a unique final reward: the Lucky Trinket.

What Is a Lucky Trinket?

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Exclusive to the Tour Pass Deluxe, the Lucky Trinket is a coveted item that players can earn by dedicating time to the GO Tour Global event. This one-time-use item has a magical effect: it can instantly turn one of your friends into a Lucky Friend, allowing you to trade for a Lucky Pokemon without the need to be Best Friends. However, you must be at least Great Friends to utilize this item.

Keep in mind that Lucky Trinkets obtained during the GO Tour: Unova event will expire on March 9, 2025, so make sure to use them within this limited timeframe.

*Pokemon GO is available to play now*.