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Pokémon GO’s 10th Anniversary Timed Research Delivers Guaranteed 100% IV Mewtwo
gaming12 days ago

Pokémon GO’s 10th Anniversary Timed Research Delivers Guaranteed 100% IV Mewtwo

Pokémon GO celebrates its 10th anniversary with a free Timed Research that culminates in a guaranteed encounter with a 100% IV Mewtwo featuring a Special Background; the Mewtwo will also have Mega Level 3 unlocked for Mega Mewtwo Y. The Timed Research runs from August 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM local time to September 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM local time, with rewards including a 100 IV Mewtwo, 1 Master Ball, and 500 Mewtwo Mega Energy. Completion rewards must be claimed by the deadline, and some Times Square event variants may differ.

No Man's Sky at 10: A Decade of Updates, Community, and Quiet Evolution
technology15 days ago

No Man's Sky at 10: A Decade of Updates, Community, and Quiet Evolution

On its 10th anniversary, Sean Murray reflects on No Man's Sky’s evolution from a controversial launch to a sustained revival fueled by 45+ updates and a strong, collaborative community. He emphasizes the team’s ongoing pride and focus on future work (including Light No Fire) rather than a simple “redemption arc” narrative for the studio, underscoring that progress has always been a shared journey with players.

No Man's Sky: A Decade Later, the Purity of Exploration Endures
technology16 days ago

No Man's Sky: A Decade Later, the Purity of Exploration Endures

On No Man's Sky's 10th anniversary, the author revisits the original 2016 PS4 version to reflect on how its forward‑driven, discovery‑first vision—rough around the edges but endlessly expansive—still carries magic, even after 45+ major updates. While the early game's clunky UI and heavy inventory are long forgotten, the core lure of 'where next?' remains, now carried by a sprawling modern sandbox with multiplayer, new roles, and a bustling community. The piece concludes that the journey continues and that the past vibe, though nostalgically treasured, lives on in today’s wonderfully weird universe.

Pokemon Go Celebrates 10th Anniversary with $48.5M In-App Week
business26 days ago

Pokemon Go Celebrates 10th Anniversary with $48.5M In-App Week

AppMagic data shows Pokémon Go generated more than $48.5 million in in-app purchases during its 10th anniversary week (July 6–12), driven by the Road to Legends event and related features, setting a new weekly revenue record with a 5.9x week-over-week increase. The US accounted for 37% of revenue and Japan 27%; over the last 30 days the game earned $98.1 million from just over 4 million downloads. In July it ranked seventh among global apps; since its 2016 launch, Pokémon Go has surpassed 700 million downloads and $6.4 billion in revenue. Scopely’s acquisition suggests no sequel is planned, with ongoing updates to keep both free and paying players engaged (trading, battles, shiny encounters).

Ultra Unlock 10th Anniversary: Pokémon GO Dials Up Bonuses for a Week
events1 month ago

Ultra Unlock 10th Anniversary: Pokémon GO Dials Up Bonuses for a Week

Pokémon GO’s Ultra Unlock: 10th Anniversary Edition runs July 21–27, 2026, offering rotating XP bonuses (6x, 8x, then 10x), regional first-partner Pokémon encounters, Lure Module encounters and themed raids, a Masterwork Research story to chase Shiny Shaymin, and GO Pass options (free, Deluxe, and Deluxe + 6 ranks) with exclusive rewards and milestones. The event also introduces themed avatar items, in-store bundles, and field research, plus evolving first-partner Pokémon with special Charged Attacks.

Pokémon Go Turns Ten: Real-world Adventures Forge a Global Gaming Community
technology1 month ago

Pokémon Go Turns Ten: Real-world Adventures Forge a Global Gaming Community

Pokémon Go marks its 10th anniversary as a billion-download mobile game that merges GPS with AR to place virtual creatures in the real world. The title has built a global, real-life community with events in over 60 countries, hundreds of thousands of attendees annually, and stories of players forming friendships and even relationships through raids and meetups. Players have logged an estimated 100 billion kilometres exploring the world for Pokémon, while the game weathered glitches and pandemic-era shifts, and its future has been nudged by Scopely’s acquisition of Niantic in 2025, signaling ongoing evolution for the franchise.

Pokémon Go Marks 10 Years With Times Square Mewtwo Raid Reunion
gaming1 month ago

Pokémon Go Marks 10 Years With Times Square Mewtwo Raid Reunion

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Pokémon Go staged a Times Square mega raid where Mewtwo appeared on the surrounding screens and Mega Mewtwo Y was battled by about 1,000 players; the event featured a Master Ball capture and a guaranteed perfect Mewtwo, echoing the original trailer’s promise, with Go Fest 2026 set as a free global celebration featuring Mega Mewtwo X and Y on July 11–12.

Forever Forward Kicks Off with Sobble Day and 10th Anniversary Festivities in Pokémon GO
events1 month ago

Forever Forward Kicks Off with Sobble Day and 10th Anniversary Festivities in Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO's June 29–July 5 week launches Forever Forward Season 27 with July 4–6's 10th Anniversary celebrations and Sobble Community Day on July 4, plus weekly rotations: Max Monday Dynamax battles, Spotlight Hour (July 2) with Pidgey and 2× Evolution XP, and Raid Hour (July 1) featuring Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres. Flying Taxi events wrap up (Squawkabilly debut) and Flying Taxi: Taken Over runs through June 29 with Shadow Reshiram and Rocket lineups; Five-Star Raids shift from Kartana/Celesteela (through June 30) to Articuno/Zapdos/Moltres (July 1–5), Mega Raids move from Mega Pidgeot (through June 30) to Mega Lucario (July 1–5), and Shadow Raids continue daily with possible Shadow Palkia during Forever Forward. GO Pass/Deluxe rewards return, and Adventure Sync eggs and Research Breakthrough encounters are highlighted as Forever Forward expands Mega/Dynamax content and GO Fest-related activities, plus GO Battle League Season 27.

Dead by Daylight Marks 10th Anniversary With Movie Update, New Survivor, and Big Roadmap
gaming2 months ago

Dead by Daylight Marks 10th Anniversary With Movie Update, New Survivor, and Big Roadmap

Dead by Daylight celebrated its 10th anniversary with a Montreal fan event and a post-show recap revealing a Dead by Daylight movie update with a director at the helm, a new Indigenous Survivor Shane Wiigwaas, chapters including Chorus of Sin and Dead by Daylight: The Life Road, a new map The Mall, the Black Banquet anniversary event, and a slate of upcoming cosmetics and cross-franchise collections (Iron Maiden, Ice Nine Kills, Walking Dead, Silent Hill, Diablo, Scooby-Doo). The game also unveiled a major 2027 visual overhaul, official modding tools, a new 1v1 mode, a prototype Zombie Mode, and the teaser that Terrified is coming to the game, signaling a long-term roadmap beyond a sequel.

Dead by Daylight Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Massive PS5 Visual Overhaul and Crossovers
technology2 months ago

Dead by Daylight Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Massive PS5 Visual Overhaul and Crossovers

Behaviour Interactive unveils a sprawling 10th anniversary roadmap for Dead by Daylight, including a 2027 PS5 visual overhaul with rebuilt models, hair, and voice work, plus dynamic weather and map recreations. The update also brings Jason Voorhees, a new survivor Shane Wiigwaas, and collaborations with Scooby-Doo, Iron Maiden’s Eddie, and Terrifier, along with a new mall map, skins, and events as part of Year 11 development.

Dead by Daylight Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary With a Grand Party
gaming2 months ago

Dead by Daylight Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary With a Grand Party

Dead by Daylight’s 10th Anniversary Party is set for June 14, 2026, billed as the biggest event yet. The sold-out celebration invites fans to enjoy a Kavinsky DJ performance, Jason’s Cabin Escape Room, an immersive area with iconic killers, panels and meet-and-greets, a Year 10 Anniversary Broadcast, and more, with a detailed schedule for premium and standard attendees.

Minneapolis gears up for a grand Prince tribute on his 10th death anniversary
entertainment4 months ago

Minneapolis gears up for a grand Prince tribute on his 10th death anniversary

On the 10th anniversary of Prince’s death, Minneapolis will host a multi-day celebration—the ‘10th Anniversary Celebration of Life’—at Paisley Park from June 3–7, culminating near his mural with a free community sing-along, as city leaders and Prince’s representatives emphasize honoring his life and artistry. Prince died in 2016 from an accidental fentanyl overdose at Paisley Park in Chanhassen and leaves a legacy as a versatile, seven-time Grammy-winning musician who wrote hits for others.

Bloober Team teases Layers of Fear 3 at 10th anniversary showcase
gaming6 months ago

Bloober Team teases Layers of Fear 3 at 10th anniversary showcase

Bloober Team announced Layers of Fear 3 during the game’s 10th anniversary showcase; a release date hasn’t been announced for unspecified platforms. The reveal underscores the series’ enduring legacy and focus on psychological horror, with plans for a physical soundtrack edition and related books by Polish authors, and a teaser trailer was released as part of the anniversary event.

Cubs’ Offseason Moves Heat Up as Bregman Joins, Ballesteros Paths Open, and 2016 Reunion Kicks Off
sports7 months ago

Cubs’ Offseason Moves Heat Up as Bregman Joins, Ballesteros Paths Open, and 2016 Reunion Kicks Off

Bleacher Nation’s Cubs bullets summarize the club’s offseason activity, including Alex Bregman officially signing with Chicago, Ballesteros and Long positioning for MLB roles after the Owen Caissie trade, and the start of the Cubs’ 10th‑anniversary celebrations with a 2016 reunion, plus related signings and rumors.