ITV

Tag: Omar Tellez

  • Pokémon GO to host its first city safari in Mumbai

    Pokémon GO to host its first city safari in Mumbai

    Mumbai: In the heart of Mumbai, where the vibrant streets pulse with life, Pokémon GO fans are gearing up for an unprecedented adventure. The anticipated Pokémon GO City Safari will take place on Saturday, 29 March and Sunday, 30 March 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. IST. This two-day event promises an immersive exploration of the city, combining its rich culture with the excitement of Pokémon GO.

    Players from around the world will gather to experience the thrill of catching Pokémon at Mumbai’s iconic landmarks and local favourites. The event will feature gameplay, unique in-game bonuses, and opportunities to connect with fellow trainers in the ever-growing Pokémon GO community.

    “At Niantic, we are committed to enhancing the Pokémon GO experience with new features and adventures. Trainers in India have been looking forward to great Pokémon GO events, and we have been working towards providing them with the best experience to immerse themselves in the world of Pokémon through our in-game events and local meetups. Through the Pokémon GO City Safari in Mumbai, we’re excited to bring a special opportunity for the Trainers and communities in India who constitute a key share of our Pokémon GO world,” said Niantic Inc. vice president for emerging markets Omar Tellez.

    Notably, Mudbray, the Donkey Pokémon, will make its debut at the City Safari events, offering Trainers a chance to catch it along with other rare Pokémon like Alolan Meowth, Mr. Mime, Corsola, and even Shiny variants for the lucky ones. Additionally, Trainers can explore the city with an Eevee wearing an explorer hat, which can be caught during the City Safari Special Research and evolved into any of its known forms.

    Tickets for Pokémon GO City Safari: Mumbai are now available for Rs 499 for a one-day ticket, valid for either March 29 or March 30, 2025. Optional add-ons include the raid lover add-on (Rs 299) for additional raid benefits, the Egg-thusiast add-on (Rs 299) for egg-hatching bonuses, and the extra day add-on (Rs 399) for those seeking a two-day adventure. Tickets can be purchased through the Pokémon GO app under the Events section or on the Pokémon GO City Safari website, with availability on a first-come, first-served basis.

    As anticipation builds for Pokémon GO City Safari: Mumbai, more surprises are set to unfold. Trainers should stay connected through Pokémon GO’s official social media channels and in-app updates for the latest announcements. Please remember to be aware of your surroundings and follow local health guidelines while playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change, so be sure to opt in for notifications and updates to stay informed.

  • Pokémon GO Fest 2024 brings global festivities to local parks

    Pokémon GO Fest 2024 brings global festivities to local parks

    Mumbai: Pokémon GO, an augmented reality mobile games by Niantic, is thrilled to announce Pokémon GO Fest 2024 in India. This is the biggest and the highly anticipated event of the year for the trainers and Pokémon GO communities worldwide. Elevating the excitement, Niantic is introducing new exciting elements, bonuses, rewards and special Pokémon this year.

    Trainers across India can join millions of trainers from around the world in this two-day-long event starting on 13 July 2024, from 10:00 am to 14 July 2024 till 6:00 pm. Filled with special research tasks, exclusive encounters, over 70 special and custom Pokémon, new avatars and much more, this an exciting opportunity for the communities and Trainers to catch Pokémon and embark on their Pokémon journey.

    The virtual trainer meetups will be hosted in 27 cities across India, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Gurugram, Jaipur, Bengaluru, Kanpur, Chandigarh, Agartala, Bardhaman, Vadodara, Coimbatore, Indore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Thiruvananthapuram among others.

    Expressing his excitement on the global edition of Pokémon GO Fest 2024, Niantic Inc VP for emerging markets Omar Tellez said, “At Niantic, we are committed to enhancing the Pokémon GO experience with new features and adventures. This year’s Pokémon GO Fest 2024: Global is our biggest yet, and we’re excited to bring Trainers together from all over the world. With the Pokémon GO Fest, we want to offer existing and new Trainers in India a special opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of Pokémon through our in-game events and local meetups. We look forward to seeing you all out there”.

    As Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma debut worldwide in Pokémon GO, the event promises to be action-packed. Trainers will have the opportunity to catch Necrozma in its regular form after defeating Dusk Mane Necrozma or Dawn Wings Necrozma in raids. In addition to encountering Necrozma and receiving the typical raid rewards, Trainers will obtain solar fusion energy or lunar fusion energy from Dusk Mane Necrozma or Dawn Wings Necrozma raids respectively.

    Featuring exclusive field research tasks and bonuses, special Pokémon will appear in four unique habitats which will rotate hourly during the event providing the trainers ample opportunities to catch them. Additionally, all Pokémon that will appear in the wild on the first day will also appear on the second day without habitat rotation. No trainer should miss out on the chance to add these special Pokémon to their collection.

    Trainers can also participate in special habitat-themed field research tasks and have an opportunity to grab exciting rewards, new poses and avatars such as Alolan Greeting Pose, Marshadow T-shirt. Trainers who hold tickets will also get a chance to earn encounters with Pikachu wearing a Sun Tiara and Pikachu wearing a Moon Tiara. From 12 July 2024 to 14 July 2024, there will be no limit on remote raids and the lure module will be available for an hour.

    Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt into receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.