Pokémon GO's drops June GO Pass with free Articuno and bonus loot

June is here, and Pokémon GO is kicking things off with a bang! Niantic has officially rolled out the GO Pass for June 2025, which is a new way for trainers to unlock juicy in-game rewards, including an encounter with none other than the legendary Articuno . If you're a Trainer looking to level up your game this month, you’ll want to pay attention. Let’s break down everything you need to know, fast.
GO Pass Dates & AccessDuration: June 3, 10:00 a.m. – July 1, 10:00 a.m. (local time)

How to Get It:

• Free GO Pass: Automatically granted to all players.
• Deluxe & Deluxe +10 Levels: Purchase via the Pokémon GO Web Store for extra perks.
  

Whether you're a casual collector or a battle-hardened veteran, there’s something here for you.


Headliner Reward: Articuno ReturnsThe highlight of this month’s GO Pass? A guaranteed encounter with the legendary Ice/Flying-type Articuno, complete with a limited-time “Delightful Days” themed background. A true Gen I classic, this majestic bird is back and looking cooler than ever.

Pro Tip: The background is only available during this event, making this version of Articuno extra collectible.
Free Pass Rewards – No Strings AttachedAll players will unlock rewards as they collect GO Points and level up their pass. Here's what’s in the mix:

• Articuno Encounter
• XP Boosts
• Stardust
• Max Particles
• Poke Balls
• Candy
• And other handy items!

It’s a low-effort, high-reward way to get more from your daily gameplay.


Deluxe GO Pass – The Premium EdgeIf you’re ready to go beyond the basics, the Deluxe and Deluxe +10 Levels versions offer serious value:

Key Extras:

• Lucky Trinket: Instantly makes a friend into a Lucky Friend for your next trade
• Super Incubator
• Premium Battle Passes
• Incense, Lucky Egg, Lure Modules
• Extra Pokémon encounters
• XL Candy and more

Bonus Gift (Deluxe +10 only):

• 10 Ultra Balls
• 5 Max Revives
• 5 Max Potions
• 1 Premium Battle Pass

This is ideal for players chasing rare spawns or prepping for battle-heavy weekends.
Milestone Bonuses – Keep ClimbingReach these ranks to unlock tiered rewards:

• Rank 25: +50% XP from Friendship level-ups
• Rank 50: More XP and Stardust from Research Breakthroughs
• Rank 75: Boosted XP and Stardust from Egg hatches

And from June 28–29, there's no cap on how many GO Points you can earn, so that’s your window to grind hard and fly up the ranks.

This June, Pokémon GO is offering one of the most well-rounded GO Passes yet. Whether you're here for the nostalgic return of Articuno, the XP grind, or the sweet premium items, there's something for every type of Trainer. Ready to catch them all (again)? Get out there and make this GO Pass count.