Pokemon GO Uses Solar Eclipse to Tease Necrozma Debut

In a clever marketing move, Pokemon GO used the recent solar eclipse to announce the much-awaited arrival of Necrozma, a Legendary Pokemon from the Sun and Moon series. The teaser video, posted during the literal eclipse, showed Necrozma's silhouette emerging from an Ultra Wormhole as the sun's light returned. Here is everything we know about Necrozma's debut in Pokemon GO!

Necrozma's Role in Pokemon

Necrozma, known as the "pillager of light," plays a significant role in the Pokemon universe. This Pokemon can steal the light from any source it finds, covering everything in darkness. In the Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon games, Necrozma can fuse with Lunala or Solgaleo to become Dawn Wings or Dusk Mane Necrozma respectively. This fusion allows it to absorb their lights and achieve its ultimate form, Ultra Necrozma.

Speculation About Necrozma's Pokemon GO Debut

While the teaser confirms Necrozma's inclusion in Pokemon GO Fest 2024, it remains unclear whether its alternate forms will be available right away.

Niantic, the game's developer, may choose to save the fusions for future events, similar to how Black and White Kyurem have yet to be officially released.

Connecting Necrozma to Existing Pokemon Go Lore

Necrozma's arrival in Pokemon GO has been foreshadowed for some time. The Ultra Recon Squad, particularly the character Rhi, has been tied to the appearance of Ultra Beasts in the game.

In the main series games, it's revealed that Necrozma stole the light from the Ultra Recon Squad's world. This suggests that Rhi may have a narrative connection to Necrozma's debut in Pokemon Go, potentially explored through an in-game Research Story.

Players' Reactions

The well-timed announcement has generated significant buzz among Pokemon GO players, with many praising Niantic's creative use of the solar eclipse theme. As more details about Pokemon GO Fest 2024 emerge in the coming weeks, fans eagerly await the chance to encounter and catch this Pokemon. Necrozma's arrival promises to bring exciting new challenges and adventures to the world of Pokemon GO.