Pokémon GO's Eggs-pedition Access Ticket: December 2024 Analysis
Choosing wisely amongst Pokémon GO's numerous in-app purchases can be tricky. This December, the Eggs-pedition Access paid ticket returns for the Dual Destiny season – let's examine if it's a worthwhile investment.
What's Included in the Eggs-pedition Access Ticket?
Available from December 3rd, 10 AM to December 31st, 8 PM (local time), this $5 USD ticket offers several benefits:
- Daily single-use Incubator (from first PokéStop/Gym spin).
- Triple XP for the first daily catch.
- Triple XP for the first daily PokéStop/Gym spin.
- Increased daily gift opening limit: up to 50 gifts.
- Increased daily gift acquisition limit from PokéStops: up to 150 gifts.
- Increased gift inventory: up to 40 gifts.
- Exclusive December Timed Research rewarding 15,000 XP and 15,000 Stardust.
December 2024 Egg Lineup:
The boosted incubator and gift capacity significantly enhances egg hatching potential, particularly for the 7km eggs. However, the value proposition hinges on the desirability of the December Pokémon.
Here's a breakdown of the Pokémon available from eggs during the Dual Destiny Season and the Young & Wise event (December 10th-14th):
Dual Destiny Season Eggs:
Pokémon | Egg Distance |
---|---|
Psyduck | 2 KM |
Swablu | 2 KM |
Bonsly | 2 KM |
Shiny Larvesta | 2 KM |
Litleo | 2 KM |
Wimpod | 2 KM |
Clamperl | 5 KM |
Blitzle | 5 KM |
Inkay | 5 KM |
Skarmory | 5 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Munchlax | 5 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Riolu | 5 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Tyrunt | 5 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Amaura | 5 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Alolan Meowth | 7 KM |
Shiny Alolan Grimer | 7 KM |
Hisuian Voltorb | 7 KM |
Hisuian Qwilfish | 7 KM |
Galarian Corsola | 7 KM |
Basculin (Red/Blue) | 7 KM |
Galarian Farfetch’d | 7 KM (Mateo) |
Pancham | 7 KM (Mateo) |
Druddigon | 10 KM |
Dreepy | 10 KM |
Charcadet | 10 KM |
Espurr | 10 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Turtonator | 10 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Jangmo-o | 10 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Frigibax | 10 KM (Adventure Sync) |
Young & Wise Event Eggs:
Pokémon | Egg Distance |
---|---|
Togepi | 2 KM |
Tyrogue | 2 KM |
Shiny Smoochum | 2 KM |
Bonsly | 2 KM |
Happiny | 2 KM |
Munchlax | 2 KM |
Is the Ticket Worth It?
Daily PokéStop spins yield approximately 28 incubators, valued at roughly $4.20 USD. This nearly matches the ticket price, excluding other bonuses.
The ticket's value is maximized if you actively hatch eggs and desire specific Pokémon from the December pool. If you regularly purchase incubators, the added XP and gift benefits enhance the overall return. Conversely, if egg hatching isn't a priority, or if weather conditions limit gameplay, the ticket's value diminishes unless gift-sending is a key activity. Ultimately, the decision depends on individual playstyle and priorities.