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Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

by Layla May 12,2025

Get ready for an action-packed day as Pokémon Go's Sparring Partners Raid Day is set to take place on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a thrilling three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and engage in epic showdowns with some of the fiercest fighters in the Pokémon universe.

The highlight of the event is the debut of Mega Heracross in Mega Raids, bringing its formidable power to the forefront. Alongside it, Hariyama and Scraggy will be making appearances in regular raids, with increased chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a perfect opportunity for Fighting-type enthusiasts to test their skills and catch some impressive Pokémon.

But the excitement doesn't stop at the raids. A new Charged Attack, Upper Hand, will be introduced, empowering featured Pokémon with a 70-power move in Trainer Battles that could reduce your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it packs a 50-power punch, potentially giving you the upper hand in your battles.

Pokémon Go Sparring Partners Raid Day

To enhance your experience, you can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs during the event. Additionally, for one weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit will increase to 20, allowing you to participate in more raids from the comfort of your home.

For those looking to maximize their rewards, a $4.99 ticket is available, unlocking additional Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher chance of obtaining Rare Candy XL. Don't miss out on using *Pokémon Go codes* to claim a variety of free rewards!

Make sure to complete the free Timed Research during the event to earn a substantial amount of Stardust and extra boosts to prepare for more raids. Also, keep an eye on the Pokémon Go Web Store for a special ticket bundle that includes a Premium Battle Pass, enhancing your event experience even further.