Pokemon GO Tour Pass: New Free Progression Feature Unveiled

Every time Niantic introduces a new ticket or pass in *Pokemon GO*, the burning question on everyone's mind is, "How much does it cost?" So, imagine the surprise when the new *Pokemon GO* Tour Pass was announced as a free feature. But what exactly is this Tour Pass, and how can it enhance your gameplay during the upcoming *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova event?

What Is a Tour Pass in *Pokemon GO*?

The Tour Pass is a fresh addition introduced with the Global event for *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova. This pass is designed to make your event experience even more rewarding by allowing you to earn Tour Points through various in-game tasks. These points unlock a range of rewards, help you climb the ranks, and boost your event bonuses during the GO Tour Unova event.

Starting February 24 at 10 AM local time, every player will automatically receive a free Tour Pass as the event kicks off. However, for those looking for an extra edge, there's also a paid option called the Tour Pass Deluxe. Priced at $14.99 USD or the local equivalent, this deluxe version offers an instant 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?

Earning Tour Points is as straightforward as the familiar research tasks in *Pokemon GO*. You'll gain points by catching Pokémon, participating in raids, and hatching eggs. Additionally, there are special Pass Tasks that refresh daily during the GO Tour event, offering even more opportunities to rack up points.

These Tour Points are your ticket to a treasure trove of rewards. As you accumulate points, you'll unlock various items and climb the ranks within the Tour Pass tiers system. Advancing through these tiers not only grants you access to Pokémon encounters, candy, Poke Balls, and other goodies but also enhances your event bonuses, specifically the Catch XP bonus during *Pokemon GO* Tour: Unova.

The Catch XP bonus scales as you advance:

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

Niantic has teased that there might be additional rewards and bonuses to look forward to with the free *Pokemon GO* Tour Pass, keeping players on their toes with a "stay tuned for more details" message. The highest reward tier in the free pass promises an encounter with Zorua featuring a special background, while the Tour Pass Deluxe culminates in a unique reward: the Lucky Trinket.

What Is a Lucky Trinket?

Exclusive to those who purchase the Tour Pass Deluxe, the Lucky Trinket is a one-of-a-kind item that you can earn by dedicating time to the GO Tour Global event. This coveted item serves a singular purpose: it can transform one of your friends into a Lucky Friend with just one use, bypassing the need to be Best Friends. However, you must be at least Great Friends to use this magical trinket.

Keep in mind that any Lucky Trinkets obtained during the GO Tour: Unova event will expire on March 9, 2025, so be sure to use them before they vanish!

*Pokemon GO is available to play now*.