Pokémon GO was officially released in July 2016. The game was initially released in specific countries before becoming available worldwide.
It quickly became a global phenomenon, drawing players of all ages to explore their surroundings in search of virtual Pokémon characters that could be viewed on their smartphones through augmented reality.
Full List of Pokemon Go Updates
Below is a list of notable releases and updates for Pokémon GO as of 2023. Please note that the game continues to receive regular updates, events, and new features.
2016:
- July: Initial release of Pokémon GO in selected countries.
- September: Buddy Pokémon feature introduced.
- November: Nearby feature revamped.
2017:
- February: 80+ new Pokémon from the Johto region added.
- April: Shiny Pokémon introduced.
- June: Gym rework and introduction of Raid Battles.
- July: Legendary Pokémon released.
- December: 50+ new Pokémon from the Hoenn region and weather feature added.
2018:
- January: Community Days introduced.
- February: Quest system and Mew introduced.
- May: Alolan forms of Pokémon released.
- June: Trading, Friends, and Gifts features introduced.
- July: Lucky Pokémon introduced.
- August: Special Research for Celebi introduced.
- October: Pokémon from the Sinnoh region introduced.
2019:
- January: Trainer Battles introduced.
- February: Team Medallion introduced to allow players to switch teams.
- March: The “Go Snapshot” feature introduced, allowing players to take photos of their Pokémon.
- May: New Lure Modules and some Pokémon from the Sinnoh region evolved with them.
- September: Unova region Pokémon introduced.
- November: Team GO Rocket leaders introduced.
- December: Buddy Adventure feature introduced.
2020:
- February: GO Battle League introduced.
- April: Remote Raid Pass introduced.
- June: Reality Blending and PokéStop scanning introduced.
- August: Mega Evolution introduced.
- November: GO Beyond update, introducing Pokémon from the Kalos region, increasing the level cap to 50, and introducing Seasons.
- December: Pokémon from the Kalos region introduced.
2021:
- January: Collection Challenges introduced.
- February: Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto event.
- March: Therian Formes of Tornadus, Thundurus, and Landorus introduced.
- April: Rivals’ Week introduced, featuring rival Pokémon.
- June: Bidoof Breakout event.
- July: Fifth-anniversary celebration.
- August: Pokémon GO Fest 2021.
2022:
- February: Pokémon GO Tour: Johto event.
- May: Pokémon from Alola introduced.
- July: Pokémon GO Fest 2022.
- August: Hisuian Pokémon introduced.
2023:
- The game continued to receive regular updates, new Pokémon releases, events, and feature improvements.
For the most current information, you should check the official Pokémon GO blog or in-game news section.
