Gigantamax Rillaboom will make its debut in Pokémon GO during the Serene Retreat event. The Serene Retreat event starts on Friday, May 30, at 10:00 a.m. local time and continues until Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Gigantamax Rillaboom debut
Although the Serene Retreat event starts on Friday, Gigantamax Rillaboom will appear in six-star Max Battles on Saturday, May 31, at 6:00 a.m. to Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. local time.
Serene Retreat Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.
- Chansey
- Marill
- Furfrou
- Cutiefly
- Morelull
- Komala
- Hatenna
- Snorlax (but less frequently)
- Chimecho (but less frequently)
All can be shiny except Hatenna.
Serene Retreat Egg Hatches
The following Pokémon will hatch from 2 km Eggs.
- Chingling
- Munna
- Spritzee
- Swirlix
All can be shiny.
Serene Retreat bonuses
The following bonuses will be active from Friday, May 30, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, June 3, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
- 1/2 Hatch Distance
- 1.5× Hatch XP
- Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600
- 8× Max Particles from Power Spots
- Increased chance to hatch Shiny Munna and encounter Shiny Munna in research task rewards
- Increased chance to encounter Shiny Morelull in the wild and in research task rewards
Trainers with a Serene Retreat ticket will also receive the following bonus for the duration of the event.
- 1.5× Hatch Stardust
Serene Retreat Researches
- Collection Challenge: There will be event-themed Collection Challenges that grant Trainers with encounters and more when completed.
- Field Research: There will be event-themed Field Research Tasks granting either Munna, Cutiefly, Morelull, Komala, or Hatenna when completed.
- Paid Timed Research: For US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you can purchase the event ticket that will give Trainers tasks focused on exploration and catching Pokémon. Completing the paid timed research will reward encounters with Munna, Morelull, and Two Super Incubators.
The Serene Retreat event in Pokémon GO serves as a global tie-in to the in-person Pokémon GO Fest 2025, bringing elements from the Osaka festival to players worldwide. The event offers a peaceful and rewarding experience for Trainers, with opportunities to encounter rare Pokémon, participate in special research, and enjoy event bonuses. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer, this event provides a serene escape into the world of Pokémon.
