Pokémon Go Distributes Perfect Mewtwo to All Players After Controversial Anniversary Event In July, Pokémon Go developer Scopely sparked widespread frustration among fans by hosting an invite-only event in New York City’s Times Square to celebrate the game’s 10th anniversary. The event, inspired by the game’s 2016 announcement trailer, offered attendees a Mewtwo with perfect stats and a special background. However, the invitation was limited to influencers, content creators, and press, leaving many players feeling excluded. Some attendees later listed their exclusive Mewtwo variants on eBay for prices ranging from $500 to $5,000, further fueling public discontent. In response to the backlash, Scopely announced a new initiative to reward all players with a perfect Mewtwo featuring a special anniversary background. This move aims to rectify the perceived inequity of the initial event. While Mewtwo was available for capture during the global Pokémon Go Fest, which took place July 11-12, the rare "hundo" variant with perfect stats remained elusive. Players typically needed to participate in multiple raids and purchase additional passes to increase their chances of obtaining one. The new reward simplifies the process, requiring players to complete a timed research task. By catching 10 Pokémon and powering up another Pokémon 10 times, players can claim the hundo Mewtwo with the anniversary background. This special variant also unlocks the third Mega Level, allowing it to transform into Mega Mewtwo Y—the version battled by attendees at the Times Square event. Additionally, players will receive a Master Ball, a rare item that guarantees a successful catch for any Pokémon. The anniversary Mewtwo with the Times Square background will be available again in the future, likely as part of another Go Fest event.#times_square #scopely #pokemon_go #pokemon_go_fest #mewtwo
