"Strengthen Bonds at Pokémon GO's Beloved Buddies Event"

Pokémon GO enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting new event! The Beloved Buddies event is set to enhance your Pokémon bonding experience and introduce some thrilling surprises. Mark your calendars because this event is happening from February 11th to February 15th.

A highlight of this event is the debut of Dhelmise, the Sea Creeper Pokémon. You'll have the chance to catch this unique Pokémon and challenge it in raids. Strengthening your bond with your Pokémon has never been more rewarding, as catching any Pokémon during the event will earn you double XP, and Lure Modules will last an impressive full hour. These Lures will attract a diverse mix of Pokémon, including Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Cutiefly, and Fomantis. Plus, catching any of these will grant an additional 500 Stardust per catch.

The wild Pokémon encounters during Beloved Buddies are not to be missed. Shiny Diglett and Shiny Dunsparce will appear more frequently, alongside other Pokémon like Nidoran, Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Remoraid, Mantine, Plusle, Minun, Volbeat, Illumise, Cutiefly, and Fomantis.

Raids during the event offer a range of challenges. One-star raids will feature Shellder, Dwebble, and Skrelp, with Skrelp boasting an increased shiny rate. Three-star raids will include Slowbro, Hippowdon, and the debuting Dhelmise. For those looking for a bigger challenge, five-star raids will feature Enamorus in its Incarnate Forme, while Mega Raids will showcase the formidable Mega Tyranitar.

Don't miss out on the Beloved Buddies event in Pokémon GO. Head over to the Google Play Store to ensure you're ready to dive into the action once it starts. And while you're at it, check out our coverage on the soft launch of Tetris Block Party on Android, featuring exciting multiplayer challenges.