How to get Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research

Pokemon Pikachu wearing captain's hat
Credit: The Pokemon Company

Pokemon Pikachu wearing captain's hat
Credit: The Pokemon Company

Knowing how to unlock the Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research is extremely important as it gives players an opportunity to unlock some new content.

To mark the launch of Pokemon Horizons: The Series, Niantic has unveiled another Pokemon Go Timed Research tasks which offers a chance to catch Captain Pikachu and add the iconic creature to the ever-expanding Pokedex.

Before we take a closer look at how to get the Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research task, check out our other guides showcasing how to catch Marshadow and a complete list of the Ultra Beasts available to catch.

How to unlock Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research

Unlocking the Captain Pikachu Timed Research task in Pokemon Go is extremely straightforward. Here's what you need to do:

  • Head to the Pokemon Go store
  • Enter CAPTAINPIKACHU

It's really that easy. Enter the code above and you'll have access to three Timed Research tasks. Each of the rewards come with their own rewards that are guaranteed to prove useful.

Pokemon Pikachu
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Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research tasks and rewards

Below is a full list of all the Captain Pikachu Timed Research tasks available in Pokemon Go:

  • Explore 3km: 30 Poke Balls
  • Catch 20 Pokemon: 5 Razz Berries
  • Spin 10 Pokestops or Gyms: 3 Revives

By completing all three tasks, you'll earn 2500 Stardust, 5000 XP, and a chance to catch Pikachu wearing Cap's Hat.

When does the Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research end?

There's only a small window for players to complete the Captain Pikachu Timed Research tasks. The tasks expire on March 13 at 11.59 PM local time.

That's everything there is to know about unlocking the Pokemon Go Captain Pikachu Timed Research tasks. For more, take a look at how to catch Nosepass and check out the latest information on the Pokemon Go Fest New York City 2024 event.