The legendary giants are stirring, and Pokémon Go is calling all raiders, collectors, and lore enthusiasts back to the field. Just before this year's Go Fest: Global, a thrilling week-long event called Ancients Recovered will begin on June 23rd. This is your perfect opportunity to dust off your raid teams and chase down some formidable titans.
From June 23rd to June 28th, each day will spotlight one of the six legendary giants in five-star raids. The lineup includes Regirock, Regice, Registeel, Regieleki, Regidrago, and Regigigas, with a full reunion on June 27th. These aren't just reruns; catch them during the event, and they'll come equipped with signature attacks like Zap Cannon on Registeel and Thunder Cage on Regieleki.
If your squads are ready for a real challenge, Max Battles await. The fully Gigantamaxed Galar starters—Rillaboom, Cinderace, and Inteleon—will be stepping into the six-star arena. For those looking beyond raid trophies, Timed Research offers repeatable tasks focused on the legendary giants. Complete it, and you'll unlock a surprise choice.
For an enhanced experience, consider purchasing the Fleeting Legends Ticket for $7.99. This premium path includes a Timed Research that leads to an encounter with your choice of Galarian Articuno, Zapdos, or Moltres. It's like a one-time bird hunt with a guaranteed payout.
Don't miss the Global Challenge, running from June 22nd to 27th. Trainers worldwide can contribute to unlock global bonuses such as stronger Premier Balls and faster Party Power charging, which will last through the end of Go Fest. Every raid counts.
If luck is on your side, certain raid catches might feature new Pokémon Backgrounds—visual souvenirs tied to the event, similar to Location Backgrounds from in-person festivals. These don't change gameplay but make a great flex.
And don't forget to visit the Pokémon Go Web Store, which offers new battle pass bundles and a comprehensive $99.99 raid-and-hatch box for the most dedicated trainers.
