
As the seasons cycle in Pokemon GO, players are met with an exciting array of in-game events and celebrations that enrich their gameplay experience. From the familiar favorites like Spotlight Hour and Community Day to unique, one-time events, each season brings new opportunities for Trainers around the globe. These events spotlight various Pokémon, special themes, and additional bonuses, thus encouraging community engagement and exploration.
This February, during the Dual Destiny Season, the Beloved Buddies event is set to make a splash. This particular event heralds the in-game introduction of Dhelmise, also known as the Sea Creeper Pokémon. Players can look forward not just to this new addition but also to a plethora of featured Pokémon that can be encountered and caught in varied ways. Additionally, special event bonuses provide further incentives for players to engage with the game.
Featured Pokémon and Event Bonuses in Pokemon GO’s Beloved Buddies Event

The Beloved Buddies event will run from February 11, 2025, at 10 AM (local time) to February 15, 2025, at 8 PM (local time). Throughout this event, players can capitalize on three attractive bonuses that enhance their gameplay, allowing them to accumulate more rewards and experience points (XP).The bonuses include:
Event Bonuses Overview
- Double XP for catching Pokémon.
- Lure Modules activated during this timeframe will enjoy a duration of one hour.
- 500 Bonus Stardust for capturing specific Pokémon: Diglett, Slowpoke, Dunsparce, Shellder, Fomantis, and Cutiefly.
In addition to the bonuses, the event will feature a captivating selection of Pokémon that aligns with the water-type theme, particularly highlighting Dhelmise. Trainers will have numerous avenues to encounter these Pokémon, with many featuring shiny variants for those lucky enough to find them. Below is a detailed list of the featured Pokémon, including their shiny availability and catch methods.
Featured Pokémon List for Beloved Buddies Event
Pokémon | Shiny Chance? | How to Obtain |
---|---|---|
Nidoran F | Yes | Wild encounters |
Nidoran M | Yes | Wild encounters |
Diglett | Yes | Wild encounters |
Slowpoke | Yes | Wild encounters |
Shellder | Yes | Wild encounters, 1-Star Raids, Research encounters |
Dunsparce | Yes | Wild encounters, Research encounters |
Remoraid | Yes | Wild encounters, Research encounters |
Mantine | No | Wild encounters, Research encounters |
Plusle | Yes | Wild encounters |
My | Yes | Wild encounters |
Volbeat | Yes | Wild encounters |
Illumise | Yes | Wild encounters |
Cutiefly | Yes | Wild encounters |
Fomantis | Yes | Wild encounters |
Dwebble | Yes | 1-Star Raids |
Scrap | Yes | 1-Star Raids |
Slowbro | Yes | 3-Star Raids |
Hippowdon | No | 3-Star Raids |
Dhelmise | No | 3-Star Raids |
Enamorus Incarnate | No | 5-Star Raids |
Mega Tyranitar | Yes | Mega Raids |
Thandamore | No | Research encounters |
Luvdisc | Yes | Research encounters |
Rapidash | Yes | Research encounters |
Shadow Diglett | Yes | Research encounters |
Cubone | Yes | Research encounters |
Scizor | Yes | Research encounters |
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