What are Space-Time Anomalies in Pokemon GO?

What are Space-Time Anomalies in Pokemon GO?
Space-Time Anomalies in Pokemon GO explained (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Pokemon GO is well-known for adding special mechanics and story-driven features on a regular basis to ensure that gameplay remains fresh and engaging. Among them is the Space-Time Anomalies, which might seem confusing at first glance, but this feature has an obvious function within the world of Pokemon GO. It's a component of the game's dynamic narrative design, intended to introduce rare or otherwise unobtainable Pokemon into the wild for a short time.

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Pokemon GO: Space-Time Anomalies explained

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Space-time Anomalies-exclusive costumes seen in the past (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Space-time Anomalies-exclusive costumes seen in the past (Image via The Pokemon Company)

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Space-time Anomalies were initially introduced during the Pokemon GO Tour: Sinnoh. These events created enigmatic links between the current Earth and the time of the Hisui region — Sinnoh's ancient era from Pokemon Legends: Arceus.

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When an anomaly was on, Hisuian Pokemon started appearing in the wild, providing players with a unique chance to catch Pokemon that weren't previously accessible.

Special Pikachu variations, such as one with Akari's kerchief and Rei's cap (characters from Pokemon Legends: Arceus), appeared during these anomalies. Adding to that, using regular incense (apart from Daily Adventure incense) spawned Unown spelling out "Hisui," whereas the standard event featured Unown spelling out "Sinnoh."

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Additionally, raids were altered to offer Origin Forme Dialga and Origin Forme Palkia (Hisui exclusives) instead of their standard forms, which increased the stakes for devoted raiders.

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Upcoming Space-Time Anomalies - Pokemon GO Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration

Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration (Image via The Pokemon Company)
Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration (Image via The Pokemon Company)

The upcoming event to feature Space-Time Anomalies is the Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration, running from Tuesday, July 8 at 10 am to Sunday, July 13, 2025 at 8 pm local time. During this time, players can expect:

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New Pokemon debuts

Special Wild encounters

Some Hisuian Pokemon will be more commonly found because of the Space-Time Anomalies:

  • Hisuian Voltorb (shiny possible)
  • Hisuian Qwilfish (shiny possible)
  • Hisuian Zorua

Raid Battles

These Pokemon will appear in raids, many with shiny possibilities:

One-Star Raids

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  • Hisuian Growlithe
  • Hisuian Sneasel

Three-Star Raids

  • Hisuian Braviary
  • Hisuian Avalugg
  • Wyrdeer
  • Kleavor

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Edited by Aashish Victor
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