You continue to see Paldea expand inside Pokémon GO as January 2026 adds another Generation 9 debut to the roster. Recent updates keep a steady cadence, with one or two Paldean Pokémon arriving each month rather than large drops.
This January, you can expect Glimmet to make its first appearance. The Rock/Poison Pokémon debuts during the Into the Depths event, which runs from January 27 at 10:00 a.m. to February 1 at 8:00 p.m. local time. You can also evolve Glimmet into Glimmora using Candy collected during the event.
Event highlights include:
- Increased spawns tied to cave and underground themes
- Boosted shiny chances for select Pokémon
- Event bonuses that support Candy and XP gains
| Event | New Pokémon | Notable Extras |
|---|---|---|
| Into the Depths | Glimmet, Glimmora | Boosted shiny encounters |
| Pinch Perfect | Klawf | Shiny Dhelmise debut |
You also see continued momentum from earlier Paldea releases such as Nacli and Tarountula, which already appear in regular rotations. This steady rollout helps you build Gen 9 teams without overwhelming the spawn pool.
Datamining reports still suggest that additional Paldean Pokémon already exist in the game files. Names like Ogerpon, Terapagos, and Pecharunt surface often, though you should treat these as unconfirmed until official announcements land.
January’s additions reinforce Scopely’s pattern: focused events, one clear debut, and room for future expansions.
Pokémon GO Welcomes Glimmet Through a New Event
You can add Glimmet, a Generation 9 Pokémon, to your collection during a limited-time event that emphasizes movement and steady progression. The event ties most of its rewards to Routes and egg hatching, which pushes you to stay active rather than rely on static play.
Several Pokémon appear more frequently in the wild during the event. You can encounter Diglett, Dunsparce, Meditite, and Yungoos, with select species offering higher Shiny odds. Diglett and Yungoos stand out as the most efficient targets if you focus on Shiny hunting.
Egg-focused gameplay also receives a strong boost. 7 km Eggs can hatch Diglett, Larvitar, Bagon, Deino, and Yungoos, while the egg hatch distance drops by 50% for the duration of the event. That reduction pairs well with walking-based bonuses and Incubator rewards.
The event applies several global bonuses that affect daily play:
- 3× XP from completing Routes
- ½ hatch distance for all eggs
- Increased Shiny rates for select Pokémon
You can also purchase a $1.99 USD Timed Research option. That research grants two Incubators, along with multiple encounters featuring Diglett, Yungoos, and Glimmet. The tasks run for the full event window, which gives you flexibility to complete them at your own pace.
Pokémon GO’s Fast-Paced Opening to 2026
You have already seen a steady flow of updates throughout January, and the schedule continues to fill out. Datamined details point to Vulpix and Alolan Vulpix leading February’s Community Day, giving both forms a dedicated spotlight for the first time.
You can also expect larger-scale celebrations on the horizon. The Pokémon franchise approaches a major anniversary milestone, and in-game events often align with those moments. With new debuts, bonuses, and themed events stacking up, your calendar for the next few months looks full.
