Why are Remote Raids More Expensive?

Remote raids are more expensive because Niantic, the developer of Pokémon Go, has increased the price of Remote Raid Passes to maintain a sustainable economy in the game, ensuring its long-term operation, with the price of single Remote Raid Passes now at 195 PokéCoins. This change aims to balance the game’s economy, although it has been criticized for potentially making the game less accessible, especially for players with disabilities, who may rely on remote raids for participation.

Understanding the Pricing Change

Background on Remote Raid Passes

The decision to increase the price of Remote Raid Passes was made to ensure the game remains sustainable in the long term. This move has significant implications for players, particularly those who frequently participate in remote raids.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why did Pokémon Go make Remote Raid Passes more expensive? Pokémon Go made Remote Raid Passes more expensive to maintain a sustainable economy in the game, ensuring its long-term operation.

2. Did they increase the price of Remote Raid Passes? Yes, the price of single Remote Raid Passes was increased to 195 PokéCoins, and a Premium Battle Pass three-pack was added for 250 PokéCoins.

3. How much did Remote Raid Passes used to cost? Before the change, a single Remote Raid Pass cost 100 PokéCoins, and a set of three cost 300 PokéCoins.

4. Is there a limit to how many Remote Raids you can do a day? Yes, players are limited to participating in 5 Remote Raids per day.

5. How many Remote Raids can you do during Go Fest 2023? During Pokémon GO Fest 2023: Global, there will be no limit on Remote Raids on August 26 and 27.

6. What is the maximum distance for Remote Raid? The maximum distance to view and join a Remote Raid is just below 2 KM if you have a defender in the gym.

7. Why did prices go up in Pokémon Go? Prices went up in Pokémon Go as part of Niantic’s effort to balance the game’s economy and ensure long-term sustainability.

8. Can you get Remote Raid Passes without paying? Players can collect up to one free Raid Pass per day by spinning a Photo Disc at a Gym, but Remote Raid Passes must be purchased.

9. What is the best website for Remote Raids? PokeRaid is a popular platform for joining Worldwide Pokémon GO Raids.

10. Do you lose a Remote Raid Pass if you fail? Raid Passes are not refunded if the player quits during a raid after the battle has commenced.

11. Do Remote Raid Passes do less damage? Pokémon used in Remote Raids now deal the same amount of damage as those used in-person, following a recent update.

12. How much does Remote Raid decrease damage? There is no longer a decrease in damage for Remote Raids; the damage is now the same as in-person raids.

13. Why are people leaving Pokémon Go? Some players are leaving Pokémon Go due to recent updates, including changes to Remote Raids and the increased cost of Remote Raid Passes.

14. What is the rarest Raid Pokémon in Pokémon Go? Larvesta and Volcarona are considered among the rarest Pokémon in Pokémon Go due to their high rarity tier and limited availability.

15. What is the shiny rate in Remote Raids? The shiny rate for legendary Pokémon in Remote Raids has been reported to be around 1/125.