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Six years ago, Pokemon Go<\/a><\/strong> was released to the masses. Niantic Labs is commemorating the anniversary by hosting a six-day celebration with new quests, bonuses, and more starting today.<\/p>\n

This year’s anniversary celebration features a special emphasis on Charizard, event-themed Field Research, Timed Research, and a Battle Weekend. There will also be Ultra Unlock bonuses thanks to the completion of Pokemon Go Fest Berlin.<\/p>\n

Starting today, July 6, and running through July 12, you will find some special Pokemon wandering around the world. These are Party Hat Charmeleon, Party Hat Charizard, and Cake Costume Pikachu. This is also the first time Trainers will be able to evolve their Party Hat Charmanders, and who knows, maybe you will even encounter Shiny Party Hat Charmeleon and Shiny Party Hat Charizard.<\/p>\n

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Six years ago, Pokemon Go was released to the masses. Niantic Labs is commemorating the anniversary by hosting a six-day celebration with new quests, bonuses, and more starting today. This year’s anniversary celebration features a special emphasis on Charizard, event-themed Field Research, Timed Research, and a Battle Weekend. There will also be Ultra Unlock bonuses thanks to the completion of Pokemon Go Fest Berlin. Starting today, July 6, and running through July 12, you will find some special Pokemon wandering around the world. These are Party Hat Charmeleon, Party Hat Charizard, and Cake Costume Pikachu. This is also the first time Trainers will be able to evolve their Party Hat Charmanders, and who knows, maybe you will even encounter Shiny Party Hat Charmeleon and Shiny…<\/p>\n

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