Exploring the Exciting GO Battle League: Delightful Days in Pokémon GO
Trainers across the globe are in for a thrilling experience as the GO Battle League: Delightful Days kicks off, bringing a new wave of competitive fun in Pokémon GO. Starting on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT -7), this season promises fresh challenges and enticing rewards. Here’s everything you need to know about what this season has in store for players.
What to Expect at the Start of the Season
As the Delightful Days season begins, trainers will notice a few key changes and features. Firstly, end-of-season rewards will be accessible right from the Battle screen, allowing players to see their accomplishments. Additionally, all trainers will experience a reset of their GO Battle League rank, which is a common practice at the start of a new season. Fortunately, the requirements to rank up will remain consistent with the previous season, ensuring a familiar experience for returning players.
Schedule of Leagues and Cups
During the Delightful Days season, various leagues and themed cups will take center stage. Each league will have specific timeframes, all starting and ending at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT -7) on the dates specified below:
- June 3 – June 10: Great League, Sunshine Cup (Great League Edition)
- June 10 – June 17: Ultra League, Fossil Cup (Great League Edition)
- June 17 – June 24: Master League, Summer Cup (Ultra League Edition) – Note: 4× Stardust from win rewards during this period.
- June 24 – July 1: Great League, Ultra League, Master League – 4× Stardust from win rewards.
- July 1 – July 8: Great League, Element Cup (Little Edition)
- July 8 – July 15: Ultra League, Hisui Cup (Great League Edition)
- July 15 – July 22: Master League, Sunshine Cup (Great League Edition) – 4× Stardust from win rewards.
- July 22 – July 29: Great League, Ultra League, Master League – 4× Stardust from win rewards.
- July 29 – August 5: Great League, Fossil Cup (Great League Edition)
- August 5 – August 12: Ultra League, Summer Cup (Ultra League Edition)
- August 12 – August 19: Great League, Ultra League, Master League – 4× Stardust from win rewards.
- August 19 – August 26: Master League, Catch Cup (Great League Edition) – 4× Stardust from win rewards.
- August 26 – September 2: Great League, Ultra League, Master League – 4× Stardust from win rewards.
Bonuses and Events During Delightful Days
To enhance the competitive spirit, a special event called the GO Battle Weekend: Delightful Days will take place from Friday, August 15, at 12:00 a.m. to Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. local time. During this weekend, trainers can enjoy several bonuses, including:
- 4× Stardust from win rewards (excluding end-of-set rewards).
- An increase in the maximum number of sets playable per day from five to twenty, allowing for a total of 100 battles.
- Access to free, battle-themed Timed Research, where rewards include exclusive avatar shoes inspired by a legendary Battle Tower battler.
- A wider range of Attack, Defense, and HP stats for Pokémon encountered through GO Battle League rewards.
Rewards for Trainers
Throughout the Delightful Days season, trainers will have the opportunity to encounter a variety of Pokémon as they progress through the ranks. Certain Pokémon can be encountered as guaranteed rank-up encounters, which are available once per season at designated ranks. These include:
- Mienfoo
- Vullaby
- Morpeko
- Frigibax
- Dreepy
- Pikachu Libre
Lucky trainers might even encounter these Pokémon in their shiny forms!
In addition to guaranteed encounters, standard encounters feature a broader selection of Pokémon throughout the season. Some of these include:
- Paldean Wooper
- Spoink
- Spheal
- Mienfoo
- Bunnelby
- Skorupi
- Vullaby
- Barboach
- Feebas
- Inkay
- Cetoddle
- Alolan Raichu
- Alolan Marowak
- Pancham
- Active Raid Boss in five-star raids
- Morpeko
- Frigibax
- Dreepy
Just like with rank-up encounters, there’s always a chance to encounter shiny variants of these Pokémon!
Timed Research Pass and Avatar Rewards
For those dedicated to their battles, a special Timed Research Pass will be made available for free in the in-game shop once the Delightful Days season commences. This research will track victories throughout the season, requiring a total of 100 wins to complete each page. Trainers can earn rewards such as Stardust, Rare Candy XL, and elite TMs for their efforts.
Avatar items inspired by the renowned Battle Tower battler from Pokémon Sword and Shield will also be obtainable as trainers progress through the ranks:
- Ace Rank: Battle Tower Leon–Style Boots.
- Veteran Rank: Battle Tower Leon–Style Pants.
- Expert Rank: Battle Tower Leon–Style Top.
- Legend Rank: Battle Tower Leon–Style Pose.
Themed Cups and Their Rules
The Delightful Days season will feature several themed cups, each with specific eligibility criteria for Pokémon:
Sunshine Cup (Great League Edition): Pokémon must be at or below 1,500 CP, and only Normal-, Fire-, Grass-, and Ground-type Pokémon are eligible. Charizard is not allowed.
Fossil Cup (Great League Edition): Pokémon must be at or below 1,500 CP, and only Water-, Rock-, and Steel-type Pokémon are eligible.
Summer Cup (Ultra League Edition): Pokémon must be at or below 2,500 CP, with only Normal-, Fire-, Water-, Grass-, Electric-, and Bug-type Pokémon allowed.
Element Cup (Little Edition): Pokémon must be at or below 500 CP, and only Fire-, Water-, and Grass-type Pokémon are eligible. Only Pokémon that can evolve and have not yet done so are allowed.
Hisui Cup (Great League Edition): Pokémon must be at or below 1,500 CP, and only Pokémon from the Hisui region or those with Pokédex numbers from #387 to #493 are permitted.
- Catch Cup (Delightful Days: Great Edition): Pokémon must be at or below 1,500 CP and only those caught during the Delightful Days season are eligible.
Changes to Attacks and Availability
In anticipation of the new season, several Pokémon will see changes to their attack capabilities. For instance, the energy generation of Ember has been increased, while other attacks have experienced power adjustments. Notably, certain Pokémon such as Gholdengo and Lunala will gain access to new charged and fast attacks, enhancing their competitive viability.
Stay Informed
As the Delightful Days season unfolds, trainers are encouraged to remain alert and follow local health guidelines while enjoying Pokémon GO. With exciting battles and rewarding encounters ahead, the GO Battle League: Delightful Days promises to be a memorable experience for all trainers. Stay connected through social media and in-game notifications to keep up with any event changes and updates. Happy battling!
