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Ho-Oh Max Battle Weekend

Max Battles
From Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 06:00 Until Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 21:00



*For this bonus to apply, Trainers must first collect all Max Particles available in the Nearby menu. Trainers can collect Max Particles via the Nearby menu each day by exploring.


Bonuses


Bonus

Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600

Bonus

1/4 Adventuring distance to receive Max Particles*

Bonus

Power Spots will refresh more frequently

Bonus

8× Max Particles from Power Spots


Dynamax Debut

Dynamax Ho-Oh will make it's Max Battle Debut.

Free Timed Research

There will be a free Timed Research opportunity available to Trainers starting Monday, January 26, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. local time.

Complete the Timed Research to encounter a Dynamax Kabuto to round out your battle team when you take on Dynamax Ho-Oh! Timed Research tasks will also award Kabuto Candy, Max Particles, and more to help power up your battle team.

Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Free Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. local time.

Event Ticket

For US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access event-exclusive Timed Research.

Timed Research rewards include the following.

  • 6,400 Max Particles
  • 25,000 XP

You’ll also receive the following bonuses.

  • 2× XP from Max Battles
  • Increased Candy and Candy XL from five-star Max Battles

This Timed Research will be effective from Saturday, January 31, at 6:00 a.m. to Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. local time.

Please note that this ticket will only be available in the in-game shop until Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. local time.

Ultra Ticket Box

The Dynamax Ho-Oh Max Battle Weekend Ultra Ticket Box will be available for US$4.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket and a bonus Premium Battle Pass!