Excitement is building in the Pokémon GO community as the arrival of Mega Heracross looms large on April 13th, enriching the roster of Mega Evolutions within the game.
Since their introduction in Pokémon X and Y back in 2013, Mega Evolutions have become a beloved feature in the Pokémon franchise.
Now, they’re a key component of the augmented reality experience of Pokémon GO.
In Pokémon GO, Mega Evolutions operate with a twist compared to the main series games.
Trainers can trigger Mega Evolution for their Pokémon by utilizing Mega Energy, earned through diverse activities such as triumphing in Mega Raid Battles, walking alongside specific Buddy Pokémon, and accomplishing designated quests.
These empowered forms endure for about eight hours, granting Pokémon a significant edge in battles.
Though demanding in terms of resources, Mega Evolution proves invaluable for trainers seeking an upper hand in combat.
Currently, the vast majority of Mega Evolutions have found their way into Pokémon GO. However, a handful are still awaiting their debut.
As of now, ten Mega Evolutions are absent from the game’s lineup, but the addition of Mega Heracross on April 13th will rectify this shortfall.
Although Niantic hasn’t explicitly confirmed Mega Heracross’s arrival on the specified date, a tantalizing teaser video strongly suggests this imminent inclusion.
The anticipated Mega Heracross joins the ranks alongside other missing Mega Evolutions like Mega Audino, Mega Camerupt, and Mega Gallade.
Once Mega Heracross joins the fray, attention will turn to the remaining nine absentees:
Mega Audino, Mega Camerupt, Mega Gallade, Mega Lucario, Mega Mawile, Mega Metagross, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, and Mega Sharpedo.
While Niantic’s reasons for the delay in introducing these Mega Evolutions remain unclear, fans are hopeful for their eventual integration into Pokémon GO.
As trainers eagerly anticipate the arrival of additional Mega Evolutions, they can immerse themselves in the ongoing World of Wonders season.
This season, centered around Ultra Beasts, offers a variety of specially themed events for trainers to relish while they await further updates on Mega Evolutions.
