Major Bug Disrupts Pokémon Go’s Celebration!

Pokémon Go is facing a major hiccup during its 9th anniversary festivities as a frustrating bug has players in an uproar. Just a few days ago, issues with Golden PokéStops started cropping up, ruining the excitement of the big event.

Shiny Gimmighoul Unleashed, But Not Without Hiccups!

To celebrate this milestone, players were eager to snag a costumed variant of Gimmighoul and its shiny form for the first time. However, a critical mechanism needed to evolve this treasure-hungry creature has gone awry, forcing fans to jump through hoops just to collect the required 999 Gimmighoul coins.

The Quest for Gimmighoul Coins: A Frustrating Experience!

Collecting these precious coins can usually be done in two ways: catching Gimmighoul itself or spinning Golden PokéStops. These Golden PokéStops, activated by Golden Lures, are supposed to be a breeze to find during the event, but players are consistently facing a frustrating issue: the PokéStops vanish right before their eyes!

Imagine the disappointment of trekking to a shimmering Golden PokéStop, only to watch it disappear into a plain old PokéStop as you approach. For many Pokémon Go enthusiasts, this has become an unbearable repeat performance.

Player Reactions: A Symphony of Frustration!

Players took to Reddit to express their exasperation. One user lamented, "Wasted my whole lunch break thinking it was just me," while another cried, "It’s too hot to walk to the stop, and it just disappears!" Others shared similar tales of disappointment, leading to a collective feeling of being cheated during what should be a celebratory event.

Developer Response: Visual Bug But No Cause for Panic!

In response to the uproar, the game’s developers have admitted that the problem is indeed a bug but a minor visual one. It turns out that Golden PokéStops aren’t disappearing; they’re simply invisible when players approach. According to the Pokémon Go Help Center, these PokéStops turn blue before players can spin them due to this glitch. Thankfully, you can still collect Gimmighoul coins from them!

More Complaints Roll In!

Despite this update, other complaints are surfacing. Players have noted that even when they locate a Golden PokéStop, the drop rate for Gimmighoul coins seems lower than before. Compounding the issue, fans were frustrated to discover that the shiny variant of the non-costumed Gimmighoul wasn’t available until midday yesterday—an error that many believe shouldn't have made it past initial testing.

The Final Countdown: Can You Collect Enough Coins?

The 9th anniversary event runs until this Sunday, July 6, giving players limited time to tackle these glitches and gather Gimmighoul coins. As fans continue their treasure hunts, there's hope for new fixes and improvements that will make future events smoother. Until then, will you brave the bugs and join the hunt?