Pokémon Go introduces a new in-app purchase: the Grow Together Ticket, priced at $4.99. This ticket offers players a significant XP boost during the Shared Skies season. The boost provides 5x XP for the first daily PokéStop spin and includes a Premium Timed Research task. This research unlocks premium items and encounters with Pokémon possessing unique evolution prerequisites. Additionally, players can gift tickets to close friends (Great Friends or higher), and online PokéStore purchases receive two bonus eggs.
The ticket's availability runs from July 17th, 10:00 a.m. to September 3rd, 10:00 a.m. local time. The pay-to-win aspect, coupled with the inability to use PokéCoins, might be a deterrent for some. However, it presents a streamlined path to faster leveling and content access for dedicated players. Ultimately, the ticket's value is subjective and depends on individual player engagement with Pokémon Go. For those less inclined, alternative mobile gaming options are readily available, including our curated list of top mobile games and upcoming releases for 2024.
