Technical Glitches Ruin the Gigantamax Snorlax Max Battle Day

Pokémon GO trainers were buzzing with excitement for the much-anticipated Gigantamax Snorlax Max Battle Day on April 19, 2025. However, what unfolded was a series of technical blunders that left players feeling frustrated and cheated. Reports flooded in about missing raid battles, elusive Snorlax refusing to show up, and crippling login issues, turning a fun-filled day into a nightmare.

An Event Full of Problems

Scheduled from 2 PM to 5 PM local time, the event was intended to offer unique in-person raid battles at designated Power Spots. Sadly, the reality was far from the promise. Many trainers found themselves unable to catch Snorlax due to an unresponsive catch circle, and numerous others were plagued with problems such as glitches during battles and Snorlax escaping after raids.

Community Discontent Grows

As the hours ticked by, the frustration mounted. Players dealt with: - Login failures - Glitches mid-battle - Raids failing due to poor lobby turnout - Delays in receiving raid invites - And for some, a complete lack of Snorlax to battle!

Niantic’s Response: An Extended Time—But Was It Enough?

In response to the uproar, Niantic extended the event by an additional two hours, allowing trainers extra time until 7 PM local time. Yet this extension felt inadequate to many, especially to those in the Eastern Hemisphere. Communities had disbanded, and players were left disheartened—many had simply given up and gone home.

Premium Ticket Holders Left in Disarray

Adding insult to injury, many trainers had purchased premium tickets for bonuses and exclusive rewards. However, with the rampant issues, players felt short-changed, questioning what they truly paid for. Failed battles and missing opportunities created a wave of dissatisfaction among the paying crowd.

A Massive Letdown for the Pokémon Community

Pokémon GO events are supposed to unite communities and create memorable experiences, but this Gigantamax Snorlax Max Battle Day did the opposite. With excitement turned to exasperation, the event became a major letdown. Trainers are left hoping Niantic learns from this setback and provides a rerun of the event—this time, with fewer bugs and clearer communication. Until then, many trainers are left asking: ‘Why can’t things just go smoothly the first time?’