The phone vibrated, pulling me from a daydream of catching a rare shiny. It was a notification: “A new event is here!” My heart rate spiked – the thrill of the hunt was back. Get ready, because the High Zaptitude event has arrived in Pokémon GO, bringing a surge of Electric-type Pokémon and electrifying bonuses to trainers everywhere, replacing the Pinch Perfect event. Get ready to power up your Pokémon GO experience.
When Does the Pokémon GO High Zaptitude Event Begin?
Every Tuesday morning, the same question buzzes through my local Pokémon GO community: what’s new? The High Zaptitude event went live on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and will run for five days. Here are the key times to mark on your calendar.
- Start Date and Time: Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 10 AM local time
- End Date and Time: Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 8 PM local time
Once the event wraps up, the bonuses disappear, so make the most of it while you can.
What Kind of Bonuses Can I Expect?
There’s always a buzz around event bonuses. This time around, High Zaptitude focuses on egg hatching and shiny encounters. Here’s the breakdown:
- Enjoy 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance when Eggs are placed in an Incubator.
- There is an increased chance of hatching Shiny Tadbulb.
- Find event-themed new Field Research tasks.
- Complete event-themed new Timed Research.
- A ticket is available for Premium Timed Research.
Short on incubators? Head to the in-game shop and stock up using PokeCoins.
How Does the Global Challenge Work?
Pokémon GO is at its best when players unite. During the High Zaptitude event, collaborate with trainers worldwide to complete tasks in the Global Challenge. Achieving certain levels together unlocks rewards for everyone.
- Level 1 Reward: 2× XP for catching Pokemon
- Level 2 Reward: 2× Stardust for catching Pokemon; Wattrel and its Evolution, Kilowattrel, debut in the game
- Level 3 Reward: 2× XP for hatching Pokemon; 2× Stardust for hatching Pokemon
Electric Pokémon are appearing more frequently!
During events like High Zaptitude, the thrill of a new Pokémon encounter is hard to beat. This event introduces a new face and boosts the spawn rates of some electrifying favorites.
New Pokémon Debut
Wattrel and its evolution, Kilowattrel, are making their grand entrance. Wattrel is an Electric and Flying-type Pokémon that evolves into Kilowattrel with 50 Wattrel candies. While it’s a great addition to the Pokédex, don’t expect it to dominate in raids, at least not yet. Also, the shiny variant isn’t available yet.
Other Spawns
Note:
Pokémon marked with a * can be encountered as a shiny.
Keep an eye out for these Pokémon spawning in the wild:
| Pokemon | Type |
|---|---|
 Pikachu* |
Electric |
 Alolan Geodude* |
Rock / Electric |
 Hisuian Voltorb* |
Electric / Grass |
 Chinchou* |
Water / Electric |
 Blitzle* |
Electric |
 Emolga* |
Electric / Flying |
 Tynamo* |
Electric |
 Helioptile* |
Electric / Normal |
 Dedenne* |
Electric / Fairy |
 Yamper* |
Electric |
 Tadbulb* |
Electric |
 Shinx* |
Electric |
What Pokémon Hatch From High Zaptitude Event Eggs?
During the High Zaptitude event, 2km eggs will be dropping more frequently from PokéStop spins. These eggs have an increased chance of hatching into the following Pokémon:
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
 Pichu* |
Electric |
 Elekid* |
Electric |
 Toxel* |
Electric / Poison |
Tadbulb* |
Electric |
What Field Research Tasks Are Available?
Field Research tasks offer another way to snag encounters during the High Zaptitude event. Here’s what to expect:
| Task | Pokemon Encounter | CP |
|---|---|---|
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Chinchou |
443–479 |
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Tynamo |
317–347 |
| Catch 5 Pokémon | Helioptile |
367–399 |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Emolga |
657–700 |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Yamper |
307–337 |
| Catch 15 Pokémon | Tadbulb |
358–390 |
| Unknown (Unlocked with Level 2 Challenge) |  Wattrel |
323–35 |
Is the Premium Timed Research Worth It?
For those willing to spend a few dollars, a paid timed research option is available for US$1.99 (€1.85 approx.) (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency). You can even gift it to friends who have achieved Great Friends status or higher.
• Step 1 – High Zaptitude Premium Timed Research (1/2)
- Catch 5 Pokémon: Tadbulb
- Catch 10 Pokémon: Tadbulb
- Catch 15 Pokémon: Tadbulb
- Explore 1 km: Tadbulb
- Completion Rewards: Tadbulb ×1, Incubator ×1, 9,400 XP
• Step 2 – High Zaptitude Premium Timed Research (2/2)
- Catch 5 Pokémon: Tadbulb
- Catch 10 Pokémon: Tadbulb
- Catch 15 Pokémon: Tadbulb
- Explore 1 km: Tadbulb
- Completion Rewards: Tadbulb ×1, Super Incubator ×1, 9,400 XP
Also, consider the High Zaptitude Ultra Ticket Box from the official Pokemon GO Website for US$1.99 (€1.85 approx.). It includes an event ticket, two Max Revives, and two Max Potions.
Events like High Zaptitude are like a jolt of energy for Pokémon GO. The key is to move fast and prioritize, lest the moment slip away like sand through your fingers. Given these bonuses, spawns, and research tasks, which Electric-type Pokémon are you hoping to add to your collection?
The High Zaptitude event lasts for five days in Pokemon GO.
Wattrel, Kilowattrel, and Tadbulb are featured in the Pokemon GO High Zaptitude event.