Pokémon Go Tour: Unova Debuts Black and White Kyurem with New Adventure Effects Globally

The legendary Black Kyurem and White Kyurem are set to debut during the Pokémon Go Tour: Unova – Global event, bringing with them exciting new Adventure Effects that enhance your Pokémon catching experience. Make sure to leverage the Tour Pass to maximize your earnings throughout the event.

Black Kyurem's Freeze Shock ability envelops wild Pokémon in electrically charged ice for 10 minutes, immobilizing them and making them much easier to catch. Meanwhile, White Kyurem's Ice Burn slows down the target ring during encounters, making it simpler to achieve those coveted Excellent Throws. Both effects can be extended in 10-minute increments, up to two hours at a time, with a total duration of 24 hours.

During the event, you can challenge Black Kyurem and White Kyurem in five-star raids to earn Fusion Energy. After fusing Zekrom or Reshiram with a Kyurem that knows Glaciate, the moves Freeze Shock or Ice Burn will replace Glaciate. These moves will revert to Glaciate once the Pokémon are separated. It's important to note that currently, Kyurem cannot learn these moves through Charged TM or Elite Charged TM.

You'll have the option to choose between two event badges: the Black Version (Reshiram) or the White Version (Zekrom). With the Black Version, Kyurem encountered after defeating Black Kyurem will know Glaciate, and you'll receive Reshiram-themed Special Research rewards. Opting for the White Version grants you Zekrom-themed Special Research rewards, and Kyurem encountered after defeating White Kyurem will also know Glaciate.

To enhance your event experience, utilize the Tour Pass, which unlocks additional rewards and amplifies your Adventure Effects. Earn Tour Points by catching Pokémon, participating in raids, and hatching Eggs. Alternatively, accelerate your progress with quick Pass Tasks. Each Major Milestone increases your Catch XP and extends the duration of Freeze Shock or Ice Burn.

For the ultimate event experience, consider upgrading to the Tour Pass Deluxe. This premium version offers an immediate encounter with Victini, additional event-themed encounters, an avatar item, and the new Lucky Trinket. The Lucky Trinket is a one-time-use item that allows you to become Lucky Friends with someone from your Friend List, enhancing your next trade.

The Pokémon Go Tour: Unova – Global event will take place from February 24th to March 2nd.