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Pokemon Go Nickit Community Day
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The gist
Pokemon GO's Nickit Community Day runs Aug 16, 2-5pm local, with Icy Wind Thievul.
Players get boosted shiny odds and a chance at a perfect IV Nickit.
Background
Pokemon GO holds monthly Community Day events featuring a specific Pokemon with increased spawns, shiny chances, and an exclusive move. August 2026 features Nickit, a Dark-type fox from the Galar region. The event runs for three hours on August 16, with an extended lure bonus until 9pm. Evolving Nickit to Thievul during the event grants the charged move Icy Wind, which is useful in PvP for its attack debuff.
How it unfolded
- Aug 14, 2026Event guides published detailing Nickit Community Day bonuses and strategies.
- Aug 15, 2026PvP and PvE analysis of Icy Wind Thievul released, highlighting its utility.
- Aug 16, 2026 2-5pm localNickit Community Day takes place, with increased spawns, shiny odds, and exclusive move.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Icy Wind Thievul gains valuable coverage and debuff utility in PvP, making it a worthwhile addition.
- Players
- Many trainers are excited for the shiny Nickit and the chance to catch a perfect IV one.