The countdown to the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto event continues today with the launch of the Hoenn Collection Challenge in select locations around the world. After the Unova and Sinnoh events, players should have a good idea of how this all works. But we have some tips, tricks, and answers to frequently asked questions. So check out our Pokémon GO Hoenn Collection Challenge guide below, including how to catch some of the tougher characters.
Hoenn Collection Challenge Guide
Below we break down all the details so you know how to complete the Hoenn Collection in Pokémon GO. As with previous events, all you need to do is catch all of the featured Pokemon while the Hoenn Celebration event is live. When is it? This is the first FAQ.
When is the Hoenn Collection Challenge
The Hoenn Collection Challenge will be added to players' Today menu in the Research tab of Pokémon GO starting Tuesday, January 19 at 10 a.m. local time. This means that the event has already started in some parts of the world and will run over the next 24 hours depending on time zones. You will then only have five days to complete it and get the rewards (see below). It all ends on Sunday, January 24 at 20 p.m., also in local time. So try to complete it before that.
Which Pokémon do you need to catch for the Hoenn Collection Challenge
All you need to do to complete the Hoenn Collection Challenge in Pokémon GO is to catch all of the featured Pokémon before the time runs out. Here's the full list with tips on some of them further down.
- Treecko
- torchic
- Mudkip
- nincada
- Nosepass
- Aron
- plusle
- My
- Wagon
Many of them will be simple, with them appearing regularly in nature. However, others might require more work. We have provided additional links and guides for those below.
What Rewards Do You Get For Completing The Hoenn Collection Challenge
Your reward for completing the Hoenn Collection Challenge isn't the most amazing thing, but players will always want it anyway. The immediate reward is displayed directly on the challenge itself, giving players three Silver Pinap Berries, XP, and Incense. Plus, you'll get another boost to your Elite Collector Medal, which is mostly for bragging rights (for now).
How to Complete the Hoenn Collection Challenge
Below we quickly explain how to catch each individual Pokemon required during the Hoenn Collection Challenge or link to a guide where more information is needed.
How to catch Treecko, Torchic and Mudkip
These three will appear quite often in the wild, so you should be able to just play the game and find whatever you need. However, if your biome is extinct or you are unlucky, seek them out in one-star raids as they will be easy to defeat and catch.
How to Catch Nincada
As of now, there is no indication of additional ways to catch Nincada during the Hoenn Collection Challenge other than finding one in the wild. They are not added to 5 km eggs and were not announced as part of the Field Research Task rewards. We will update with any new information as the event unfolds.
How to catch the Nosepass
Unlike the mystery that surrounds Nincada, there is no doubting how to catch Nosepass. It will spawn more often in the wild, but maybe not often enough for many. To help with this, you should try to use Incense whenever possible to increase the chances of Nosepass spawning. You only need one, so once you have it you can calm down, at least if you don't need any of the other wildlife.
How to Catch Plusle and Minun
Plusle and Minun are an interesting case for the Hoenn Collection Challenge. They may also appear in the wild, but this has yet to be confirmed and again, this probably won't be often enough for many players. Instead, there will be Field Research tasks that reward encounters with them, but we'll have to wait for more information to say which ones. Check back for updates later.
How to catch Aron and Bagon
Aron and Bagon should be among the easiest Pokémon to catch during the Hoenn Collection Challenge. They will spawn more often in the wild, be featured in one-star raids, and be in the new 5km Egg Pool during the event. So try all of these methods and you should end up with one of each.
And here's our Pokémon GO Hoenn Collection Challenge guide below, which explains how to catch all the Pokémon featured. We'll have more information as the event unfolds, so check back later.
