The What’s your Favorite feature in Pokémon GO just got released! With the feature, you can unlock a free Special Research in Pokémon GO. Trainers will be able to use Pokémon GO’s Snapshot feature to unlock the research. This feature is released in celebration of 30 years of Pokémon.
30 Years of Pokémon
Pokémon was first discovered in Japan on February 27, 1996, with the release of the Pokémon Red and Green video games for the Game Boy, created by Satoshi Tajiri and Game Freak. The next 30 years were filled with adventure, discovery, and excitement as Trainers all over the globe came together in their shared love of Pokémon.
Additionally, Pokémon GO is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Pokémon GO was released on July 13, 2026.
You can show off your favorite Pokémon using the new camera feature for Pokémon GO snapshots and share it with your friends. Almost all Pokémon in Pokémon GO are available to take photos using this feature, even the ones you haven’t caught.
How to use Pokémon GO’s Snapshot feature
It’s simple to use! However, you can also follow these steps if you need a guide.
Step 1
Open the Pokémon GO App, click on the Poké Ball menu, and you will see the new “What’s your Favorite?” icon on top of the “camera” icon. Click on this to get to the Snapshot feature’s page.
Step 2
Click on the “What’s your Favorite” logo and you’ll be prompted to either “allow Pokémon GO to Access the Camera” on your phone or tablet, or “Choose a Pokémon.”
Step 3
You can now pick your favorite Pokémon and then snap a photo of it. Please note that you will need to make the floor visible. Additionally, you do not need to have a person in the snapshot. Neither do you need to use the AR feature. If you want, you can customize your photo with stickers or frames.
You will be able to see the “What’s your Favorite?” Special Research after completing the above steps. If you didn’t, please restart your Pokémon GO app. You can now claim your rewards of 10,000 Stardust, 5 Rare Candy, and a Lucky Egg. If you’re a new Trainer, your reward will be items, an encounter with Gengar, and 100 PokéCoins. This is if you log into your account within three days of creating your Pokémon GO account. Furthermore, new Trainers have until March 31, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time to claim the research.
Most importantly, you can share your photo on social media, using #Pokemon30.
Are you a new or logged-out Trainer?
“What’s Your Favorite?” can be found on the login page. To get started, tap on the “Take a photo” button.
When you use the “What’s Your Favorite?” as a new Trainer, you will get different Special Research rewards. However, you will need to create a Pokémon GO account and then log in within three days. New Trainers who complete the Special Research will earn items, an encounter with Gengar, and 100 PokéCoins.
New Trainers can claim this Special Research until March 31, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Special Research does not expire. You can complete and claim its rewards at your own pace!
Please be aware of your surroundings while using your device.
Enjoy!
