Safari Balls are making their debut in Pokémon GO during the highly anticipated Wild Area event. This marks the first introduction of new Poké Balls in the mobile game for quite some time, and players are eager to learn how to use them effectively.
What Are Safari Balls?
Safari Balls function similarly to their counterparts in other Pokémon games. These specialized Poké Balls are designed to increase the likelihood of catching Pokémon, boasting a higher catch rate than standard options.
While the exact catch rate boost is yet to be revealed, players can expect it to outperform the Ultra Ball, making Safari Balls a valuable addition to any Trainer’s arsenal.
How to Obtain Safari Balls in Pokémon GO
Safari Balls will be exclusively available during the Pokémon GO Wild Area events, both in-person and global. Here’s how you can get your hands on these special balls:
In-Person Event in Japan:
- Timed Research Tasks: Ticket holders will receive a timed research task that rewards a small number of Safari Balls upon completion. Additionally, participants will receive one timed research task every hour during the event, offering more Safari Balls. Note that these tasks expire one hour after being issued, so ensure you claim your rewards promptly.
- Photo Discs: Players can also acquire Safari Balls by spinning Photo Discs at PokéStops during the event.
- Expiration: Any unused Safari Balls will disappear from your Item Bag at 5:00 p.m. JST each day of the event.
Global Event:
- Timed Research Tasks: All Trainers will receive a timed research task that rewards a few Safari Balls when completed. Global event ticket holders will also have an additional task each hour for extra Safari Balls, which also expire after one hour.
- Photo Discs: Similar to the in-person event, spinning Photo Discs at PokéStops gives Trainers a chance to earn Safari Balls.
- Expiration: Unused Safari Balls will expire from your Item Bag at 6:15 p.m. local time each day of the event.
Will Safari Balls Return After the Wild Area Event?
Absolutely! Players can expect to see Safari Balls make a return in Pokémon GO after the Wild Area event. Although specific future appearances are still unknown, it’s likely they will reappear during significant events like Pokémon GO Fest.
The Wild Area is expected to be an annual event, providing a strong possibility for Safari Balls to return each year. Similar to how Beast Balls have been reintroduced in the past, nothing is permanently out of circulation in Pokémon GO!
Conclusion
With the arrival of Safari Balls, Trainers have an exciting new tool at their disposal for capturing Pokémon more effectively. Make sure to participate in the Wild Area events to maximize your chances of obtaining these special Poké Balls.
Keep an eye out for future announcements regarding their availability, as they could become a regular feature in upcoming events!
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