Pokémon GO will soon launch an event centered around Pikachu and other electric-type monsters. However, some fans hope for more.
What kind of event is this? It is called A Shockingly Good Time and starts on March 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM. It ends on April 6 at 8:00 PM.
The focus is on various electric Pokémon. Among other things, Pikachu, Lampi, and Dedenne will have an increased shiny chance during the event. And: The recently discontinued Spotlight Hour returns. Each day features a different one at 6:00 PM:
- March 31: Voltilamm
- April 1: Pikachu
- April 2: Magnetilo
- April 3: Lampi
- April 4: Pamo
- April 5: Dedenne
- April 6: Wattzapf
Additionally, field research featuring the corresponding Pokémon and a new GO Pass have been announced.
But: Some fans in the subreddit for Pokémon GO have theorized that this is not all there is. They hope for the debut of a long-awaited Pokémon: Mimigma.
Why do fans believe that Mimigma will appear in Pokémon GO?
Mimigma is a Pokémon closely related to Pikachu. It is known for hiding under a sheet that looks like the popular electric mouse. It does this because it is said to look so terrible that everyone avoids it. Therefore, it wants to look like Pikachu – to be loved.
What is the theory? The announcement of the event sparked interesting comments in the subreddit TheSilphRoad
. For instance: It would be funny if the Spotlight Hour on April 1 was Mimigma instead of Pikachu
, by the user aznknight613. User lxpb also commented: I predict this is the debut of Mimigma.
Some other commenters agree and believe a surprising debut is indeed possible.
What speaks in favor? Currently, there are a few arguments that support this.
- The strongest is April 1. Pokémon GO likes to surprise with cool content on April 1, and an event featuring Mimigma disguised as a Pikachu event seems plausible.
- Mimigma was recently included in a leak that also featured Pokémon like Gigantamax Meows and various Pikachu forms that appeared shortly thereafter. This does not have to mean anything, but it could.
What speaks against? Primarily, that nothing official regarding Mimigma has been announced or hinted. Thus, it should not be assumed that it will actually appear. Furthermore, there have previously been hints about Mimigma shown without it ever appearing.
Nevertheless: A Mimigma on April 1 would be a surprise that would make the event quite exciting. What do you think about the theory? Will it appear at the event, or do we have to continue waiting for Mimigma? Tell us in the comments! And if you want to know what is definitely happening in March: Here are all the current events in Pokémon GO in March 2026.
