In Pokémon GO, the global GO Fest is coming up this weekend. Niantic has just announced a last-minute change regarding remote raids.
What is different this weekend? On August 26 and 27, the worldwide GO Fest in Pokémon GO takes place. On this occasion, Niantic has announced that the remote raid limit will be removed for the weekend.
In a post, the support account writes: Prepare your battle party, trainers – on August 26 and 27, there is no limit for remote raids to celebrate the global Pokémon GO Fest 2023! Remember that you can still only have a limited number of remote passes in your item bag
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Why is this important? The remote raid limit introduced in 2023 is viewed critically by many players, as it partially removes their ability to participate in popular raids when they are not nearby. Typically, you are allowed to do 5 remote raids a day since the change was implemented.
At the GO Fest weekend, a highly sought-after raid boss, Mega Rayquaza, will be joining the raids. Those planning to challenge many specimens but not having the respective gyms nearby could now also participate via remote raid. The Campfire app can help find and host raids.
The proto-pokemon Kyogre and Groudon will also be available again. For players who do not play in large cities, the GO Fest weekend is likely to be better.
Praise, but also criticism for remote raid adjustment for GO Fest
This is how players react: Generally, some players are happy that the limit for GO Fest is being removed. At the same time, players are also voicing criticism. Because during the adjustment back then, not only was the limit introduced, but also the price of the raid passes increased. And that remains the same for GO Fest.
- ‘Thanks, but remote raiding is just way too expensive,’ says one player (via reddit)
- ‘I wish they would lift the limit for the whole week,’ says another (via reddit): ‘I would like to utilize Kyogre and Groudon in raids this week. I’ve been walking with them for 6 months and barely got any XL candies.’
- ‘Can we please get remote passes for 100 coins, please, please?’ asks one (via reddit)
- ‘Do you remember when that was normal and not a ‘feature’?’ (via reddit).
Overall, players see a need for further improvements in the remote raid situation – even beyond the GO Fest weekend.
What is GO Fest about? GO Fest is the largest event in Pokémon GO every year. After three local events in New York, Osaka, and London, the global GO Fest is now taking place.
For an overview of the event and tips to prepare for GO Fest 2023, you can find them here.
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