Maschiff Arrives, Shiny Flamigo Debuts, and Super Megas Arrive in Pokémon GO Mega Squads

Pokémon GO's Mega Squads event runs Sept 8–14, 2026, introducing Maschiff and Mabosstiff and debuting Shiny Flamigo; Beedrill and Houndoom gain a new Super Max Mega Level, unlocking an extra Charged Attack when Mega Evolved, powered by Mega Energy earned from Mega Raids and field tasks. A GO Pass system provides free and deluxe rewards like Mega Energy, Incubators, Rare Candy, and more, with boosted Shiny rates for Pidgey and Carvanha on certain days; the event features wild encounters, Spotlight Hours, Field Research, 5 km Eggs, and Mega Raids, all part of the Twilight Trails season.