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Pikmin Bloom update 36.0

Niantic has readied a new version 36.0 update for Pikmin Bloom. It comes with new features such as the ability to share screenshots, a new avatar costume, a reduction in network usage, and more.

Below are the full patch notes for the Pikmin Bloom version 36.0 update:

Pokemon GO Tour Johto

Niantic has detailed a new event for Pokemon GO known as Pokemon GO Tour: Johto. It will be comprised of two events – a global one on Saturday, February 26, 2022 as well as in-person happenings in select cities on Sunday, February 27, 2022.

During the event, players will have a chance to get involved with Johto region exclusive Pokemon in the wild, eggs, raids, and research tasks encounters, as well as in-game bonuses. Fans can also purchase a ticket to participate in the Pokemon GO Tour: Johto ticked experience – choosing between Gold and Silver – with version-exclusive Pokemon.

Below are the full event details for Pokemon GO Tour: Johto

Pikmin Bloom downloads

A new software update has been released for Pikmin Bloom on mobile devices. The version number for this update is 33.4, and it will require 52.23MB to download.

This update was released specifically to address an issue where Android devices were having delayed notifications. This can be seen in the official patch notes. 

The second Community Day event has been announced for Pikmin Bloom, and it will take place on December 18, 2021. This was shared via the official Pikmin Bloom Twitter account in a promotional video.

pokemon go Season of Heritage

It’s a big day for Niantic as the company has announced its Pokemon GO December 2021 highlights and a new Season of Heritage to wrap up 2021 and welcome 2022, including new raids and community events.

Here’s the full rundown:

pokemon go community day december 2021

Niantic has offered up first details on the Pokemon GO Community Day for December 2021 – which is actually more than just one day. It will take place on Saturday, December 18, 2021, and Sunday, December 19, 2021.

The Pokemon GO Community Day for December 2021 will feature Pokemon that previously got the focus during events throughout the year. On Saturday, expect to see Machop, Roselia, Swablu, Gible, Snivy, and Fletching. Sunday is highlighted by Eevee (who can learn Last Resort), Duskull, Shinx, Tepig, and Oshawott. Raids and Eggs will also have Pokemon from the 2020 Community Days.

Pikmin Bloom downloads

Thanks to data from Sensor Tower, information has been shared regarding the number of downloads for Pikmin Bloom. The app analytics firm says that the mobile title has generated two million downloads in two weeks.

864,000 of those downloads are from Japanese users. The next closest country is the United States, followed by the UK in third.

Pokemon GO Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl

Pokemon GO is celebrating the release of Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shining Pearl with a special event, and Niantic has now shared first details.

Pokemon originally discovered in the Sinnoh region will be appearing more often. Additionally, players can find Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup wearing special Sinnoh-inspired hats in the wild. Avatar items inspired by those same first partner Pokemon will be offered in the shop as well.

Pikmin Bloom Community Day

Much like Pokemon GO, Niantic will be holding Community Days in Pikmin Bloom. The company shared information about what’s planned for the debut event later this month.

First up, Pikmin seedlings in your planter pack will grow at roughly 1.5x the usual speed. Niantic is also planning for fruits to provide twice the usual amount of nectar. Additionally, those who walk 10,000 steps or more will be awarded a special “Community Day Participant” badge. And last but not least, big Flowers will bloom into pansies.

pikmin bloom update 33.4

A first update for Pikmin Bloom has gone live, as Niantic has brought the game up to version 33.4. There’s nothing new in terms of functionality, but the developer has made a few improvements and implemented bug fixes worth mentioning.

Below are the full patch notes for Pikmin Bloom version 33.4:


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