# Spotlight Hour is back in Pokemon GO with Swinub first #pokemon #pokemongo #pogo #pokemoncommunity Canonical watch page: https://twitch-nude.com/watch/spotlight-hour-is-back-in-pokemon-go-with-swinub-first-pokemon-pokemongo-pogo-pokemoncommunity-v444618 Language: en Published: 2026-06-14T15:00:23+00:00 Source creator: Badtrips Duration: 27 seconds ## Description Spotlight Hour is officially returning to Pokémon GO, and trainers finally have a reason to celebrate! After its removal sparked plenty of discussion throughout the community, Niantic has confirmed that Spotlight Hour will once again take place every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, beginning June 18. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about the return of Spotlight Hour, the brand-new Choose Your Path Timed Research system, and the major updates coming to Daily Discoveries throughout the Forever Forward season. The first Spotlight Hour will feature Swinub with a bonus of 2× Transfer Candy, making it a perfect opportunity to clear out storage and stock up on extra candy. Future Spotlight Hours include Wingull, Pidgey, Zubat, Eevee, and even Bidoof, each bringing unique bonuses such as extra Stardust, bonus XP, and additional Candy. Upcoming Spotlight Hours: • June 18 – Swinub (2× Transfer Candy) • June 25 – Wingull (2× Catch Stardust) • July 2 – Pidgey (2× Evolution XP) • July 16 – Zubat (2× Catch XP) • July 23 – Eevee (2× Catch Candy) • July 30 – Bidoof (2× Transfer Candy) In addition to Spotlight Hour's return, Pokémon GO is introducing a completely new feature called Choose Your Path Timed Research. During select weeks throughout the season, trainers will be able to choose between Explore, Catch, or Battle paths. Your decision will determine the research tasks and bonuses you receive, creating a more personalized gameplay experience. Choose Your Path Schedule: • Fossil Fun – June 17 to June 21 • Charged Embers – June 30 to July 3 • Fairy Trail – July 28 to August 3 • Venom and Vines – August 11 to August 17 The update doesn't stop there. Daily Discoveries are also receiving significant improvements starting June 15. New Daily Discovery Bonuses Include: ✔ Rare Candy XL from in-person Max Battles on Mondays ✔ Rare Candy XL from in-person Raid Battles during Raid Hour ✔ More wild Pokémon appearing on Scenic Sundays ✔ Increased Route spawns and Buddy Candy bonuses ✔ Additional encounters with Mateo ✔ Up to five PokéStop Showcase entries ✔ More Showcase locations ✔ Extra Special Trades on Fridays ✔ Reduced Stardust trade costs ✔ Spotlight Hour officially returning on Thursdays This is one of the biggest quality-of-life updates Pokémon GO has received in recent months and could encourage more players to participate in daily events throughout the week. What do you think about the return of Spotlight Hour? Did you miss it while it was gone, or are you more excited about the new Choose Your Path research system? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below! If you enjoyed this video, make sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Pokémon GO news, updates, events, leaks, tips, and gameplay. This page provides video metadata, not a transcript. Watch the video on the canonical page.