Tinkatink Takes Center Stage in Pokémon GO Community Day!

Top Summary

• What happened: Pokémon GO's Community Day features Tinkatink with increased spawns and bonuses.
• Why it matters: Trainers can acquire a powerful Tinkaton with the Gigaton Hammer Charged Attack.
• What changes for people: Bonuses include increased Candy and Stardust, extended Incense/Lure Modules, and special research tasks.
• Who is affected: Pokémon GO players, especially those active in GO Battle League.

Tinkatink Community Day Details

Niantic's Pokémon GO Community Day focuses on Tinkatink. The event runs from 2-5 pm local time today.

Players will encounter Tinkatink more frequently. There's an increased chance to find a Shiny version!

Evolve Tinkatink into Tinkaton during the event or up to four hours after. This grants Tinkaton the exclusive Gigaton Hammer Charged Attack.

Event Bonuses & Rewards

Enjoy these bonuses during the Community Day:

• 2× Candy for catching Pokémon
• 3× Stardust for catching Pokémon
• Increased chance for Candy XL (level 31+)
• 3-hour Incense duration (excluding Daily Adventure Incense)
• Surprise snapshots
• 1-hour Lure Module duration (2 pm - 9 pm local time)

Lure Modules have an increased chance to attract Tinkatink from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. local time. These Tinkatink may be Shiny and have a Special Background.

Trades and Special Research

Take advantage of these trade bonuses:

• One additional Special Trade (max two for the day, 2 pm - 9 pm local time)
• 50% less Stardust for trades (2 pm - 9 pm local time)

Participate in Special and Field Research for rewards. Field Research tasks focus on catching Tinkatink. Rewards include Stardust, Ultra Balls, and Tinkatink encounters.

Community Day Special Research costs US$1.99. It offers additional Tinkatink encounters and a Premium Battle Pass.

 

For Trainers that enjoy competing in the GO Battle League, Tinkaton is considered a fierce warrior in both the Great League and Ultra League.

 

Tinkaton in GO Battle League

Tinkaton is a strong contender in the GO Battle League.

It has a lengthy list of resistances and a diverse move set. Evolve Tinkatink and Tinkatuff, power up your Tinkaton, and teach Tinkaton a second Charged Attack.

What to Watch Next

Keep an eye out for future Pokémon GO events and updates from Niantic. Check back for more Community Day announcements and tips!