Get ready to test your mettle, Trainers! The highly anticipated Steeled Resolve event is officially arriving in Pokémon GO, bringing a heavy metal shift to the world around us. From a brand-new Paldean debut to the exciting return of a fan-favorite Mythical Shiny, there is plenty of content to track down this week.
Here at TrainerLoot, we have compiled the ultimate guide with everything you need to know to maximize your gameplay, efficiently hunt for shinies, and make the most of the brand-new GO Pass progression system during this steel-themed celebration.
Official Event Schedule Make sure to clear your schedule and take advantage of the event bonuses during this specific window:
- Start Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
- End Date: Monday, May 4, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
The Debut of Orthworm & The Return of Shiny Meltan The undeniable highlight of the Steeled Resolve event is the official Pokémon GO debut of Orthworm, the Earthworm Pokémon! Originally discovered in the Paldea region, this quirky and incredibly defensive Steel-type is finally ready to tunnel its way into your mobile collection.
Additionally, if you missed out on a sparkling Mythical Pokémon in the past, now is your chance to shine. Shiny Meltan is officially returning for the duration of the event!
How to Catch Meltan: To trigger a Meltan encounter, you need to activate a Mystery Box. You can obtain and open one by:
- Sending any Pokémon from Pokémon GO directly to the Pokémon HOME app.
- Sending a Pokémon to Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! on the Nintendo Switch. TrainerLoot Pro Tip: During this specific event, the usual cooldown period for opening the Mystery Box will be significantly reduced, allowing you to encounter a massive amount of Meltan. Keep opening those boxes, and if you are lucky, you will find a Shiny!
Wild Encounters & Field Research Tasks Keep your eyes peeled while exploring! The following Steel-type Pokémon will be appearing much more frequently in the wild. Most importantly for hunters, all of them have a chance to be Shiny:
- Magnemite
- Aron
- Ferroseed
- Pawniard
Don’t forget to spin those PokéStops! Exclusive event-themed Field Research tasks will be available. Completing these specific tasks will lead to guaranteed encounters with themed Pokémon, including potential Shiny encounters to boost your collection.
The New Progression System: GO Pass Steeled Resolve This event officially introduces a brand-new progression system for all Trainers. Starting April 28 at 10:00 a.m., everyone gets free access to the standard GO Pass: Steeled Resolve.
- Earn GO Points: Complete various daily and event tasks to logically increase your rank and unlock a stream of rewards.
- No Daily Limit Weekend: From Saturday, May 2, to Monday, May 4, the daily cap is completely lifted—there is no limit to how many GO Points you can earn, so grind as much as you want!
Upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe For Trainers looking to maximize their rewards and speed up their progress, two premium options are available in the in-game shop:
| Pass Tier | Price (USD) | Key Benefits |
| GO Pass Deluxe | $4.99 | Upgraded premium rewards and a noticeably faster progression track. |
| Deluxe + 6 Ranks | $6.99 | Includes all Deluxe perks, plus instantly starts your pass at Rank 7. |
Note: All rewards unlocked via any version of the GO Pass must be manually claimed by May 6, 2026, at 7:59 p.m. local time.
Final Preparation Checklist Before the event kicks off, make sure you are ready:
- Clean your storage: You will want plenty of box room for those heavy Steel-types and your Meltan farming sessions.
- Stock up on Balls: Between the Mystery Box spawns and wild encounters, you will be throwing a lot of Poké Balls.
- Check your HOME connection: Ensure your Pokémon HOME account is properly linked and ready to go so you can trigger that Mystery Box immediately on day one.
