Pokémon Go launches Lunar New Year 2025 event with Year of the Snake challenges

Pokémon Go has launched its Lunar New Year 2025 event, featuring a Year of the Snake Timed Research quest and a Collection Challenge. Players can earn rewards by completing tasks before the event ends on February 2. The Year of the Snake quest includes steps like walking distances and catching Pokémon, with rewards including Zygarde Cells. The Collection Challenge requires players to catch specific Pokémon, such as Ekans and Dunsparce, for additional Stardust. Special field research tasks are available, offering encounters with various Pokémon. The event also increases the chances of encountering shiny Ekans and Lucky Pokémon from trades. Players can purchase a paid Timed Research for extra rewards.