As part of the exciting Bug Out 2025 event, Pokémon GO trainers can participate in both free and premium Timed Research opportunities. The free Timed Research focuses on capturing various Bug-type Pokémon, while the premium version, priced at just US$2.00, expands the quest to include any Pokémon type. Players can expect to earn numerous rewards, including encounters with Bug-type Pokémon, Lure Modules, and additional bonuses.
Initiated on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 10 AM local time, the Bug Out 2025 event will conclude on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 8 PM local time. Notably, this event marks the debut of two new Pokémon: Sizzlipede and Centiskorch, adding an exciting twist for dedicated trainers.
How to Complete Bug Out 2025 Timed Research in Pokémon GO
Free Timed Research Tasks and Rewards
Here’s what players need to complete for the free Timed Research:
- Catch 10 Bug-type Pokémon – Encounter Nymble
- Catch 25 Bug-type Pokémon – Encounter Cutiefly
- Catch 50 Bug-type Pokémon – Encounter Volbeat
- Catch 75 Bug-type Pokémon – Encounter Illumise
- Catch 100 Bug-type Pokémon – Encounter Sizzlipede
- Catch 150 Bug-type Pokémon – Encounter Kleavor
- Bonus Rewards: 1x Lure Module along with an encounter with Shedinja
Paid Timed Research Overview
For trainers opting for the paid Timed Research, the tasks are divided into two steps:
Step 1 of 2
- Catch 10 Pokémon – Encounter Nymble
- Catch 15 Pokémon – Encounter Cutiefly
- Catch 20 Pokémon – Encounter Volbeat
- Catch 25 Pokémon – Encounter Illumise
- Catch 30 Pokémon – Encounter Scyther
- Catch 35 Pokémon – Encounter Sizzlipede
- Rewards: 1x Lure Module, 4000 XP, 2000 Stardust
Step 2 of 2
- Catch 10 Pokémon – Encounter Nymble
- Catch 15 Pokémon – Encounter Cutiefly
- Catch 20 Pokémon – Encounter Volbeat
- Catch 25 Pokémon – Encounter Illumise
- Catch 30 Pokémon – Encounter Kleavor
- Catch 35 Pokémon – Encounter Sizzlipede
- Catch 40 Pokémon – Encounter Heracross
- Rewards: 2x Premium Battle Pass, 8000 XP, 4000 Stardust
Make sure to complete all tasks and claim your respective rewards before the event wraps up on March 30, 2025, at 8 PM local time.
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