Pokemon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) are teaming up to bring excitement to fans of both games. This collaboration introduces official club-branded PokeStops and Gyms at select MLB ballparks, enhancing the experience for spectators who can now enjoy playing Pokemon GO during live baseball games.
Trainers Who Attend Themed MLB Games Will Receive Exciting Goodies
On February 12, 2025, Pokemon GO announced its collaboration with MLB, promising a unique blend of baseball and Pokemon adventures. Attendees at these themed MLB games can look forward to:
- Club-branded merchandise
- Exclusive in-game avatar items
- Timed Research with Pokemon encounters as rewards
- Raid Battles offering a chance to catch Pokemon with exclusive Location Backgrounds
Event Schedule: May 9, 2025, to September 7, 2025
The collaboration kicks off with the Cleveland Guardians on May 9, 2025, and wraps up with the Texas Rangers on September 7, 2025. For a complete list of participating games and dates, visit Pokemon GO's news website.
Fans have shown enthusiasm for this partnership, though some have raised questions about the exclusion of certain teams. There's a hope that more MLB teams will join the fun in the future. However, concerns about data connectivity during events have been voiced, as large gatherings can strain network capacity, potentially affecting Pokemon GO gameplay.
Pokemon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles Update
Meet-and-Greet With Popular Influencers
The excitement for Pokemon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles continues to build with the announcement of meet-and-greet sessions with popular influencers. The event, set to take place in Los Angeles, will allow ticket-holding trainers to meet their favorite Pokemon GO personalities. The meet-and-greets will occur daily from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (PST), featuring:
- AwesomeAdam
- PokeDaxi
- The Trainer Club
- JTGily
- ZoëTwoDots
- Keibron Gamer
- Landoralpha
- Couple of Gaming
These influencers are well-known across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Pokemon GO has advised that lines may be capped early if necessary to manage crowds.
In light of recent wildfires, Pokemon GO has also identified safe locations for community meetups. These gatherings will be hosted by Local Community Ambassadors, offering a chance for in-person participants to connect and enjoy the event together. Details on these locations and schedules are available on Pokemon GO's news website.
