Trainers, take note! The new GO Pass for Pokémon Go will officially launch on August 4th at 10:00 AM local time.
During the event, all players can obtain a GO Pass for free and level up by collecting GO Points through daily gameplay, unlocking a wealth of rewards including Pokémon Encounters, Stardust, experience points, and various valuable items.
According to the official announcement, a paid version of GO Pass - GO Pass Deluxe - will also be launched in addition to the free version.
What are the differences between the two? How should players choose?
GO Pass Basics
GO Pass is a limited-time reward track. During the event, players will automatically receive a free GO Pass. Completing activities in Pokémon Go earns GO Points, which can be used to level up GO Pass.
Each level up unlocks a corresponding reward. Rewards not claimed in time will expire after the event ends. The rewards unlocked by this GO Pass expire on September 10th at 10:00 AM; all players must claim them before this time.
GO Points Acquisition
GO Points are primarily earned through daily gameplay activities, including:
- Catching Pokémon
- Completing Daily Missions
- Participating in Limited-Time Events
- Completing Challenge Content
Reward Path
GO Pass uses a tiered reward path.
Players accumulate GO Points to level up, and upon reaching new level milestones, they can claim corresponding rewards.
Completing the entire GO Pass isn't difficult for trainers who play daily; however, to obtain all rewards, players need to plan their playtime wisely, especially not missing the extra GO Point opportunities offered during events.
Reward Content
The rewards for August Pokémon Go GO Pass mainly focus on the following:
Latias Encounter
This is one of the biggest highlights of this GO Pass, allowing players to encounter Latias through the reward path. For players who love collecting Pokémon, this is undoubtedly a major motivation to complete GO Pass.
Useful Resources
In GO Pass bonus path, Trainers can also obtain a large amount of growth resources, such as:
- Stardust
- XP
- Max Particles
- Other Game Items
These rewards can help you continue to train your Pokémon and improve your overall game progress.
Differences
Price Differences
- GO Pass: Free.
- GO Pass Deluxe: $7.99.
Additionally, if you add $2 to GO Pass Deluxe, making it $9.99, you can directly upgrade your GO Pass Deluxe by 10 levels and gain enough GO Points to upgrade it another level.
Reward Differences
GO Pass
GO Pass rewards include Pokémon Go Daily Encounters, Stardust, XP, Max Particles, item rewards, and some stage rewards. For example, in the recent GO Pass promotion, the free path included a Legendary Pokémon Encounter opportunity and basic resource rewards.
GO Pass Deluxe
GO Pass Deluxe is a paid upgrade to GO Pass, offering players more generous rewards and additional benefits, including more Pokémon GO Daily Encounter opportunities, more premium items, Incubators, Premium Battle Pass, and Lucky Trinkets. If you're lucky enough, you might even encounter Shiny Pokémon.
For players who enjoy collecting Pokémon, trading, or pursuing a more comprehensive and abundant reward path, GO Pass Deluxe clearly offers greater value.
Lucky Trinket allows players to directly turn an eligible friend into a Lucky Friend, granting them a chance for a future Lucky Trinket.
The next time you trade Pokémon, both of your Pokémon will become Lucky Pokémon.
Because Lucky Pokémon typically have lower upgrade costs, higher collectible value, and are better suited for training as battle Pokémon compared to regular trades, Lucky Trinket is likely one of the biggest reasons for long-term Pokémon GO players to upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe.
Is it Worth?
For players who play daily, Pokemon Go GO Pass Deluxe might be a significant upgrade to their gaming experience; however, for casual players, the free route is sufficient for daily needs.
Regardless of whether you get Deluxe version, GO Pass provides a new long-term goal for Pokémon GO, giving players more motivation to continue playing beyond catching, battling, and exploring. The included rewards are one such motivation.
Therefore, regardless of which version you choose, you'll need to earn more GO Points to level up in order to unlock these rewards faster.
Fast Leveling Up
1. Daily Login
Staying logged into Pokémon GO daily is the most basic and important way to level up your GO Pass. Even short periods of play each day will allow you to continuously accumulate progress.
2. Participating in Events
Special in-game events, in particular, usually offer more opportunities to level up. Prioritize completing Pokémon catching quests, event challenges, raid battles, and egg hatching quests - events that are easier to complete.
3. Final Sprint
During the final period of Pokémon GO GO Pass, such as September 5th and 6th, the daily limit on earning GO Points may be removed. Players can use this time to actively complete tasks to level up and unlock as many rewards as possible before the event ends.
In summary, Pokémon GO GO Pass provides trainers with a brand-new way to earn rewards, giving them more goals for daily catching, challenges, and exploration. The free version is sufficient for most players, while GO Pass Deluxe is more suitable for trainers who want more rewards, focus on collecting, and play long-term.
Regardless of which version you choose, planning your time wisely and actively earning GO Points will maximize the benefits of this GO Pass.
