Pokémon GO has provided a detailed overview of all events in February 2021. We show you the spotlight hours, legendary Pokémon, and the research breakthrough.
This is what happened: Niantic has given us an accurate overview of the events in the coming month. There will be spotlight hours and changing raid bosses again. Additionally, Niantic distributes a gift every week.
To ensure you know exactly what is happening, we provide you with an overview of all announcements.
Research Breakthrough in February 2021
What is included in the research breakthrough? From February 1st at 10:00 PM, you will receive Snorlax in the research breakthrough. You can obtain the normal-type Pokémon until March 1st at 10:00 PM.
The research breakthrough is available when you complete field research for 7 days.
Is Snorlax worth it? The Pokémon is a solid gym defender, and a strong specimen is never a bad thing. After the Kanto Tour at the end of February, the Pokémon will also be available as shiny. So you might also receive it as shiny from the breakthrough in the last days of February.
All Legendary Pokémon in February 2021
This is the list: This month, a total of 8 legendary Pokémon will be available. We will show you who is waiting for you:
- You will encounter Entei in level 5 raids until January 31st at 10:00 AM
- Raikou appears from January 31st at 10:00 AM and stays until February 4th at 10:00 AM
- Then Suicune will follow in the legendary raids and will be available until February 9th at 10:00 AM
- From February 9th, Latias and Latios will be in level 5 raids. They will remain in the raids until February 20th at 9:00 AM
- Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, and Mewtwo will then appear in the legendary raids from February 20th at 9:00 AM until March 1st at 8:00 AM
Additionally, Niantic gives a preview of the mega Pokémon that will appear in February. From February 9th, there will be a surprising monster – so we might expect a new mega evolution.
This is surprising: It was previously assumed that Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, and Mewtwo would only be available in raids during the Kanto Tour weekend. However, they actually stay in the legendary raids for over a week, giving you a better chance to catch the coveted shinies.
All Spotlight Hours in February 2021
These are the events: This month there will again be a spotlight hour every Tuesday. Each will have a corresponding bonus. Here is the overview:
- February 2: Rattata will be the exclusive Pokémon here, and you will get double XP for evolving Pokémon
- February 9: Miltank will appear more frequently in the wild, and there is double stardust for caught Pokémon
- February 16: Luvdisc will appear more frequently, and you will receive double XP for catching Pokémon
- February 23: Pikachu will be in the spotlight, and there is double candy for catching Pokémon
Especially interesting is the spotlight hour with Miltank. The Pokémon was only introduced with the Johto event at the end of January and may still be missing for some trainers.
It is still not known whether the Pikachu during the spotlight hour will wear a special hat. It could also be the normal Pikachu.
All Events in February 2021
This event starts next: From February 2nd at 10:00 AM to February 7th at 10:00 AM, Team Rocket will be in the spotlight. There will be new shadow Pokémon, and the Rocket bosses will battle with new monsters.
More information about the Rocket event will follow in the next hours on MeinMMO.
This is the Community Day: On February 7th, the Community Day will take place. It revolves around Roselia, and two exclusive moves will be available.
All information about the Community Day can be found here: Community Day of Pokémon GO in February with Roselia and these bonuses
Event around the Chinese New Year: From February 9th to February 14th, there will be an event around the Chinese New Year. Red Pokémon and a special mega Pokémon are expected to appear in the raids. However, more precise details are not available yet.
Valentine’s Day event 2021: Valentine’s Day will also be celebrated in 2021. From February 8th to February 15th, a Love Cup will take place in the PvP League, where only red and pink Pokémon are allowed.
From February 14th to February 18th, there will also be an event around Valentine’s Day. New Pokémon are expected to be introduced. More information is not yet available. You will learn more details on MeinMMO.
This is the Kanto Tour: On February 20th, the big highlight of the month will take place. The Kanto Tour starts! You can buy a ticket or experience an event around the first generation without a ticket, where numerous new shinies will be introduced.
Whether the ticket purchase is worth it, you can find out here: Pokémon GO wants 12 euros for the Kanto Tour – Is the ticket purchase worth it?
These gifts are distributed by Pokémon GO every week
This is what Niantic gives away: Every Monday, there is a new bundle in the in-game shop in Pokémon GO that only costs one coin. So you will get a few items for free each week.
- On February 1st, you will receive 20 Pokéballs, a remote raid pass, and a Rocket radar for one coin
- On February 8th, you will get 8 Incense, 16 Razz Berries, and 10 Nanab Berries for one coin
- On February 15th, you will need to pay one coin and will receive a remote raid pass, 20 Pokéballs, 10 Great Balls, and 5 Ultra Balls
- On February 22nd, you will get 20 Pokéballs, a remote raid pass, and 5 Incense for one coin
You should check the in-game shop at least once a week to grab the (almost) free items.
In February, many players are expected to reach level 50. The first trainers have already succeeded:
Pokémon GO: First trainer worldwide reaches level 50 – This is how he did it
