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How to Get Pikachu Libre in Pokemon GO

Trainers will have the ability to encounter the one and only Pikachu Libre in Pokemon GO.
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The Pokemon GO community has plenty going on when it comes to content in the world of their favorite game. One of the newest additions of content is the Battle League, where players can compete against each other to see who is the best Trainer. There are a variety of rewards that players can obtain by competing in the Battle League. However, one of the coolest is the ability to encounter and catch a luchador character. Fortunately, we have everything you need to know about Pikachu Libre covered for you. 

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How to Get Pikachu Libre in Pokemon GO

Players will have the ability to encounter this character by participating in the fan-favorite game’s Battle League game mode beginning at the start of Season 1.

The Battle League is currently in its preseason period, where Pikachu Libre will not be available for players to encounter and catch.

Unfortunately, Niantic has not yet announced when the preseason will end, and Season 1 of the Battle League will start. The final stage of the Battle League preseason is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 9th. This date means that Season 1 and the opportunity to catch Pikachu Libre will likely start sometime following March 9th. 

 Pikachu Libre Pokemon Go

There is no doubt that there will be plenty of Trainers who are anxiously awaiting the chance to prove their skills in the Battle League and acquire the formidable Pikachu Libre for their teams when Season 1 officially kicks off. 

Do you want to learn more about the world of Pokemon GO besides how to get Pikachu Libre? If so, be sure to check out our dedicated hub for the high-profile title or three of our most recent pieces of coverage below:

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Guides Writer Nicholas enjoys helping fellow members of the video game community learn more about their favorite games. First-person shooters and Battle Royale games are what you can usually find Nicholas playing when he isn't writing. We will congratulate you if you can find a bigger Call of Duty fan than Nicholas, who has been playing since he got Call of Duty 2 with his first Xbox 360. [email protected]