Scattered to the Winds Event: Catch New Shiny Pokemon in Pokemon Go

Even as the chill of February lingers, the warmth of spring is on the horizon. But if you're looking for something to entice you out into the cold before spring arrives, Pokémon Go's latest event, Scattered to the Wind, might just do the trick.

So, what does this event bring to the table? For starters, you can earn double XP for spinning a PokéStop, and a whopping five times the XP for your first spin of the day. You'll also be able to open up to 40 Gifts per day, or up to 60 if you've got the Eggs-pedition Access: February ticket. And if you're a Shiny hunter, you'll be thrilled to know there's an increased chance to encounter Shiny Pidgey.

But that's not all! By pinning postcards from players around the world, you'll boost your chances of encountering the new Shiny versions of Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon. Plus, the event comes with new Field Research Task rewards, Paid Timed Research, and more!

Pokémon Go has always been about encouraging players to explore the real world, a core aspect of AR gaming. While the introduction of new Pokémon is always exciting, the emphasis on collecting postcards from international players might seem a bit unusual, especially since you may not know these players beyond the postcards they send.

Make sure to mark your calendar for this exciting event, running from February 18th to the 20th. It's a short window, so act fast to catch all the fresh Pokémon action while it lasts.

And if you need a little extra help, don't forget to check out our list of Pokémon Go promo codes to give you that boost you might need!