World Space Week 2026: Pikachu gets a space twist — Why Pokémon GO has partnered with European Space Agency

Mint - Oct 8, 2026

During World Space Week 2026, from October 4 to October 10, a special Pokémon GO event has been organised in participating science and space museums.  Here's all you need to know.

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