Pokemon GO is back with another event and this time the game's most precious resource is up for grabs in huge quantities. Players who recently picked up an Altered Forme Giratina or are adding another Shadow Ball Mewtwo to their roster are going to need a stockpile of Stardust to help power up those new heavy hitters for battle. That's where the latest event comes into play.
The Pokemon GO Stardust Blast Event gives players some extra motivation to get out and do some battling, catching, and hatching during the next week. The ongoing bonuses run through October 10 and give players a chance to earn a ton of Stardust, which can be used for powering up Pokemon, evolving Pokemon, and trading. Although Rare Candy and TMs are a close second and third, Stardust is what most players consider the most important and valuable resource in the mobile AR game.
There have been similar Stardust-themed events in the past, but the inclusion of some Team Rocket bad guys and girls make this event a little different. The full event details, follow, but don't forget to stock up on Star Pieces and put them to good use whenever you head out to grind Stardust this coming week!
Stardust Blast Date and Time
From Thursday, October 3, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7) to Thursday, October 10, 2019, at 1 p.m. PDT (GMT −7)
Stardust Blast Bonuses
2× Hatch Stardust
2× Catch Stardust
2× Stardust from Team GO Rocket battles
Guaranteed 2,000 Stardust from raids
Stardust Blast Catch Bonuses (based on evolution level)
No weather boost 100 300 500
Weather boost 125 375 625
No weather boost, with a star piece 150 450 750
Weather boost, with a star piece 187 562 937
Stardust Blast Egg Hatch Bonus
2km Egg 400-800 or 600-1200 with Star Piece
5km and 7km Egg 800-1600 or 1200-2400 with Star Piece
10km Egg 1600-3200 or 2400- 4800 with Star Piece
Like every Stardust-themed event, this one is sure to be super popular and get a lot of players out and participating. Be sure to use your Star Pieces wisely and get as much value out of the limited time bonuses as possible while the event is running.
Be sure to check back in the coming days for more Pokemon GO news, updates, and strategy guides. Until then, good luck out there, trainers!
Pokemon GO is currently available in select regions on Android and iOS devices.
Source: Pokemon GO Hub