Pokémon GO is loading up the middle of November with an event built around Max Battles, raids, and event pass rewards. Into the Wild begins on November 9 at 10:00 a.m. local time and runs through November 13, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time, headlined by the debut of Dynamax Regidrago in five-star Max Battles.
The event also introduces Dynamax Meltan through GO Pass: Into the Wild, giving players another major target to chase beyond the battle rotation itself. For anyone focused on raiding efficiency, the event includes a sharply increased Remote Raid cap, featured attacks on select catches, and multiple timed battle windows tied to some of the game’s biggest names.
Here is the full breakdown of what players can expect, including raid lineups, Max Battle schedules, GO Pass rewards, and milestone bonuses.
Into the Wild event dates and major debuts
The main Into the Wild event runs from November 9 at 10:00 a.m. to November 13 at 8:00 p.m. local time. The featured debuts are split across two systems.
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Dynamax Regidrago makes its Pokémon GO debut in five-star Max Battles.
Dynamax Meltan makes its debut through GO Pass: Into the Wild.
That creates a clear split in how players will need to approach the event. Regidrago will be pursued through timed Max Battle play, while Meltan is tied to event progression and pass rewards.
Remote Raid bonuses and event-wide perks
One of the biggest practical advantages during Into the Wild is the expanded Remote Raid access. From November 9 through November 13, the daily Remote Raid limit rises to 30. That alone makes the event especially attractive for players looking to farm five-star raids without relying entirely on local groups.
The Remote Raid restrictions loosen even more after the main event window. From November 14 to November 15, there will be no daily limit on Remote Raids, opening the door for extended grind sessions.
There is also a bonus tied to Coin Bag usage during the event. Players who use a Coin Bag may encounter Shiny Gimmighoul, adding another collectible chase beyond the main raid and Max Battle offerings.
Max Battle schedule and featured Pokémon
Max Battles are active throughout the event with different tiers represented. The lower-tier battles include familiar species that can help fill out event play, while the five-star schedule is where the biggest attention will land.
One-star Max Battles
Ralts
Two-star Max Battles
Machop
Five-star Max Battles
Five-star Max Battle Pokémon will appear in hour-long windows from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time on select dates.
Wednesday, November 11: Registeel
Thursday, November 12: Regidrago
Friday, November 13: Latias and Latios
This schedule gives players a short but focused set of evening windows to target some of the event’s most valuable encounters. Regidrago’s debut on November 12 is likely to be the centerpiece, but Latias and Latios appearing together on November 13 gives the closing night extra weight as well.
Raid lineup and Raid Hour details
Standard raids remain a major part of the event, with both three-star and five-star options available each day. The headliners on the raid side are Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta, two high-profile legendary draws that should keep raid lobbies active throughout the week.
Three-star raids
Druddigon
Orthworm
Five-star raids
Crowned Sword Zacian
Crowned Shield Zamazenta
Raid Hours
Special Raid Hour windows also run from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time on the following dates:
November 9: Crowned Sword Zacian
November 10: Crowned Shield Zamazenta
For players trying to maximize premium passes or remote invites, those Raid Hour windows should be the most efficient times to hunt Zacian and Zamazenta in volume.
Featured attacks available during the event
Several Pokémon caught during Into the Wild will come with featured attacks. These moves could matter for future battle use, especially for collectors and players who prioritize event-exclusive move availability.
Registeel will know Metal Claw, a Steel-type Fast Attack.
Regidrago will know Dragon Breath, a Dragon-type Fast Attack.
Latias will know Mist Ball, a Psychic-type Charged Attack.
Latios will know Luster Purge, a Psychic-type Charged Attack.
Because these attacks are tied directly to event catches, the Max Battle windows for Registeel, Regidrago, Latias, and Latios carry added value beyond the base encounter alone.
Global Challenge bonuses tied to Max Battles
Into the Wild also includes a Global Challenge that asks players around the world to contribute by participating in Max Battles. If enough progress is made collectively, the event unlocks additional bonuses.
Crowned Sword Zacian’s Behemoth Blade Adventure Effect will become more effective.
Crowned Shield Zamazenta’s Behemoth Bash Adventure Effect will become more effective.
Energy collected during Max Battles will fill the meter faster.
That structure gives the event a broader community angle while also reinforcing the importance of Max Battles. Even players more interested in raids have a reason to contribute if they want stronger event-wide bonuses tied to Zacian, Zamazenta, and battle energy gains.
GO Pass: Into the Wild dates, pricing, and core rewards
GO Pass: Into the Wild runs longer than the main event window. It starts on November 9 at 10:00 a.m. and remains active through November 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. That extended timeline gives players extra room to complete tasks and collect pass rewards after the headline battle period has ended.
The standard GO Pass: Into the Wild will be available automatically to all players once the event begins. On November 14 and November 15, there will be no daily limit on how many GO Points can be earned, which should help late grinders push through ranks more quickly.
There are also two paid options:
GO Pass Deluxe: Into the Wild for US$14.99, or equivalent local pricing
GO Pass Deluxe: Into the Wild + 10 Ranks for US$19.99, which automatically advances players to Rank 11
The base pass includes several rewards tied to rank progression.
Encounters with Dynamax Meltan
Encounters with event-themed Pokémon
Go Wild Area 2026 Tee (Purple) avatar item
Stardust
XP
Poké Balls
Candy
For many players, the main draw will be access to Dynamax Meltan encounters, but the pass also packs in practical progression materials that can make the event more rewarding for active grinders.
GO Pass Deluxe rewards and premium incentives
Players who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe get access to additional rewards layered on top of the standard track. The most significant item in that group is a Silver Bottle Cap, which can be used for Hyper Training to max one stat on any Pokémon, choosing from Attack, Defense, or HP.
Additional Deluxe rewards include:
A Silver Bottle Cap for Hyper Training one stat
More encounters with Dynamax Meltan
Duraludon Pants avatar item
Premium items including Incense, a Lucky Egg, and more
That makes the paid pass a notable option for players who want both cosmetic items and stronger progression incentives, especially with Dynamax Meltan featured on the reward path.
Milestone bonuses and rank rewards
The pass system also includes milestone bonuses that improve event efficiency as players move up the track. One of the most useful broad bonuses unlocks at Rank 25.
After reaching Rank 25, Eggs placed in Incubators during the event will benefit from half Hatch Distance.
GO Pass Deluxe users can also unlock additional milestone effects at earlier ranks.
Rank 1 bonuses
Additional 5,000 XP from completed raids
Additional 5,000 XP from completed Max Battles
Rank 2 bonus
3/4 Max Particle cost for unlocking and powering up Max Moves
Rank 3 bonuses
1 additional Candy from completed raids
1 additional Candy XL from completed raids for Trainers level 31 and up
1 additional Candy from completed Max Battles
1 additional Candy XL from completed Max Battles for Trainers level 31 and up
Those milestone boosts are substantial for anyone planning to raid heavily, particularly the XP gains and bonus Candy rewards. Combined with the increased Remote Raid access, the Deluxe bonuses create a clear high-volume path for players who want to maximize returns during the event window.
Best ways to prioritize the event
Into the Wild is structured so that different types of players can focus on different goals without feeling locked into just one mode. Players chasing new debuts should prioritize Dynamax Regidrago’s November 12 Max Battle window and climb the GO Pass track for Dynamax Meltan encounters. Raid-focused players can concentrate on Zacian and Zamazenta across daily raids and their dedicated Raid Hours. Resource-focused players may get the most value from the boosted Remote Raid caps, pass XP bonuses, and extra Candy milestones.
Because the event stretches across both battle systems and the pass track, the strongest approach will likely be a mix of evening Max Battle sessions, targeted Raid Hour participation, and steady GO Pass progress through November 15. Players who want the widest reward spread should pay special attention to the November 14 and 15 period, when both Remote Raid restrictions and GO Point earning limits are removed.
With Dynamax Regidrago entering the game, Dynamax Meltan attached to the event pass, and a lineup that includes Registeel, Latias, Latios, Crowned Sword Zacian, and Crowned Shield Zamazenta, Into the Wild is set up as one of the more densely packed Pokémon GO event schedules of November 2026.
