Pokemon Day 2025 may have concluded, but The Pokemon Company continues to surprise its dedicated fans. Currently, Pokemon GO players can participate in an exciting new event featuring the introduction of an adorable yet formidable fighter. Here's your complete guide to obtaining Kubfu in Pokemon GO.
Catching Kubfu in Pokemon GO
The Might and Mastery event is now active in Pokemon GO, introducing several new gameplay elements. The highlight, however, is undoubtedly the debut of Kubfu, the Wushu Pokemon. Since their first appearance in the Pokemon Sword and Shield expansion, trainers have eagerly awaited Kubfu and its evolution Urshifu's arrival - and now only a few simple tasks separate players from adding this martial arts master to their collection.
Acquiring Kubfu: Special Research Tasks
To encounter Kubfu, players should navigate to their Special Research tab and select the Might and Mastery mission. For those wanting to prepare in advance, here are the required tasks:
| Research Task | Reward |
| Walk 3 km | 15 Poke Balls |
| Defeat 3 Team GO Rocket members | 5 Revives |
| Land a supereffective Charged Attack | 1,000 Stardust |
Completing all three objectives will trigger a Kubfu encounter while also rewarding 891 XP. Note this Special Research expires on June 3, 2025 at 9:59 AM local time.
Obtaining Additional Kubfu
For collectors seeking multiple Kubfu, the Fuzzy Fighter premium research pass (priced at $8 USD) provides extra missions allowing players to catch a second specimen. This paid research includes:
- 1 Incense
- 2 Premium Battle Passes
- 1 Star Piece
- Encounters with event-themed Pokemon
- A rare chance to encounter Dynamax Kubfu
The purchase window for this premium research closes March 10, 2025 at 10 AM local time, though the tasks themselves don't expire after purchase.
Evolution Possibilities
While Kubfu currently can't evolve into Urshifu, this mechanic may be introduced later - especially since Urshifu appears in the event's loading screen art.
For more Pokemon GO content, check our updated list of March 2025 free item promo codes.
Pokemon GO is currently available on iOS and Android devices.
