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Pokémon GO: The weak birthday event suddenly becomes really good, distributing completely crazy bonuses

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In Pokémon GO, a Hyperbonus event is approaching that is worth it. This should bring good cheer to many trainers.

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This year, Pokémon GO is celebrating its 10th anniversary. At first, some trainers thought the birthday felt a bit lackluster. At least that was the feedback about the 10th anniversary event at the beginning of the month.

But by now, the birthday summer is evolving further. First, there were lots of free bonuses for the GO Fest, and now the Hyperbonus is raising the stakes even more. Starting from July 21, 2026 – that’s when Hyperbonus: 10th Anniversary Edition kicks off.

The exact times: July 21, 2026, 10:00 AM is the start. It ends on Monday, July 27, 8:00 PM.

But what’s in it?

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What the Hyperbonus: 10th Anniversary Edition offers

The bonuses will be divided by days. Much revolves around the starter Pokémon that you can catch during this event, and with a bit of luck, they will also have a special background in your team colors. Additionally, there will be plenty of XP bonuses. Listed by days, it looks like this.

  • July 21 – 23, 10:00 AM
    • You will receive six times the catch XP
    • Starters from Kanto, Johto, and Hoenn are around
  • July 23 – 25, 10:00 AM
    • eight times the catch XP
    • Starters from Sinnoh, Unova, and Kalos are around
  • July 25, 10:00 AM to July 27, 8:00 PM
    • ten times the catch XP
    • Starters from Alola, Galar, and Paldea are around

Moreover, incense will attract Tanhel, Kaumalat, and Grolldra as well as other yet unannounced monsters on all days. In raids, you will encounter Sleima, Rattikarl, Nidorino, Gengar, and Woingenau with party hats.

Additionally, the starters can learn the top attacks of their type through evolution to their highest level: Aqua Cannon (Water), Flame Burst (Fire), and Flora Statue (Grass).

Lastly, a GO Pass is active again, which can bring you a Gold Incense as a highlight.

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The event, by the way, is complemented by another bonus: Not only Pokémon GO, but also the esteemed Professor Willow is celebrating a birthday. His event is on July 21 and provides you with the Assistant Pikachu. You can find all bonuses of the Willow event here: Pokémon GO celebrates its Professor, bringing you coins in field research

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