How to get Hoopa in Pokémon Go: release date, time and more

Pokémon Go's highly anticipated Season of Mischief is fast approaching and will bring the iconic Pokémon Hoopa to the game. While the next season is set to begin on September 1, that doesn't mean the Hoopa will appear in Pokémon Go. right now.

The developers have planned an exclusive Special Research story event that will give players a chance to catch Hoopa. Additionally, a special event will be introduced at the end of Mischief Season that will be associated with Hoopa, the most recent announcement confirms. However, players must complete the Season Special Research story in order to access it.



How to get Hoopa in Pokemon Go

How to get Hoopa in Pokémon Go: release date, time and more
Steps to catch Hoopa in Pokémon Go. (Photo: Niantic)

Follow these steps to get Hoopa in Pokémon Go's Season of Mischief:

  1. Update Pokémon Go to the latest version on September 1.

  2. Launch the game once it is updated.

  3. Complete Seasonal Special Research Tasks.

  4. Meet Hoopa in the game.

  5. Catch the Hoopa using Pokeballs and Pokémon Moves in battle.

Pokémon Go Hoopa – Release date and time

How to get Hoopa in Pokémon Go: release date, time and more
Players can catch Hoopa in Pokémon Go starting September 5. (Photo: Niantic)

Hoopa will be released in Pokémon Go on September 5 at 11 a.m. local time. As mentioned earlier, it won't happen instantly after Mischief Season begins. However, players can prepare the Special Research Tasks in advance in order to catch Hoopa whenever he comes into the game.



Special Research Story Event Bonus

To kick off Mischief Season with a bang, the Special Research Story event will feature a host of additional bonuses:

  • A collection challenge will be available with Pokémon attracted to Incense during the event hours. The Collection Challenge will reward Hoopa Candy and the pose of the Poké Ball Lift avatar!


  • You will earn twice the candies for transferring Pokémon.

  • A free Incense pack will be available in the store.

  • Complete event-exclusive Field Research tasks to earn rare candies and a variety of Poké Ball types!

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