Summer is fast approaching, and Pokémon Go is ramping up the excitement with a major announcement for fans: brand new forms of Zacian and Zamazenta are on the way! These highly anticipated transformations will make their debut at the upcoming Pokémon Go Fest, set to take place this June in Jersey City. And if you're attending any of the global events—including Osaka and Paris—you'll get exclusive early access to these powerful creatures before they become widely available in-game.
Introducing Crowned Forms: Zacian & Zamazenta
Zacian and Zamazenta, known as the Warrior Duo, are evolving further with the introduction of their new Crowned Forms. These enhanced versions utilize special mechanics—Crowned Sword Energy for Zacian and Crowned Shield Energy for Zamazenta—allowing trainers to transform them into their powerful new states: Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta.
Even more exciting? Despite not having access to Dynamax or Gigantamax features, both Crowned Forms can be used in Max Battles—making them incredibly valuable for competitive play. With devastating signature moves like Behemoth Blade and Behemoth Bash, these Pokémon pack a punch and are more than capable of holding their own in high-level battles.
First Access at Pokémon Go Fest
The Pokémon Go Fests in Osaka, Jersey City, and Paris will be the first places where trainers can encounter Zacian and Zamazenta in five-star raids. Not only that, but attendees will also have the unique opportunity to battle and capture the new Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta during exclusive five-star raid encounters!
If you haven't grabbed your ticket yet, now's the time—availability is limited and demand is high. And if you're curious about what to expect from the event, check out our coverage from last year’s festival, where we brought you live updates and firsthand experiences straight from the action.
Stay Busy Until Then
While you’re counting down the days until Go Fest, why not explore some fresh mobile gaming experiences? Our team has rounded up the top five new mobile games launching this week—handpicked recommendations based on quality, gameplay, and originality. Whether you're looking for a quick distraction or a deep experience, there's something in our list for every kind of player.
