Pokemon GO December Community Day Weekend is over and players are back to rediscovering, Reddit jokes

The December Community Day Weekend in Pokemon GO has come to a close, and as usual, the aftermath has sparked lively discussions among players on Reddit. With a meme captioned “Time to rediscover Kanto again” leading the charge, user u/Foulmouth232’s post captured a recurring frustration: the overabundance of Kanto Pokemon like Jynx, Machop, Voltorb, Rattata, Grimer, and Mankey dominating wild spawns. User u/Foulmouth232 stated:

"Community Day Weekend is over:"

Community Day Weekend is over: byu/Foulmouth232 inpokemongo

This sentiment resonated deeply with the community, prompting a range of humorous and insightful responses. Redditor u/CaptainMorti succinctly pointed out the core issue:

“It's not even full Kanto. It's just a handful of Kanto PKMN.”

The limited selection of spawns during the event felt restrictive to many players who had hoped for greater variety.

u/General_Secura92 chimed in with a suggestion that echoed a common wish among players. They argued that even if the focus remains on Kanto, Niantic could diversify the spawns.

Post by Foulmouth232 stirred up an interesting discussion (Image via Reddit)

In response, u/spherocytes noted that spawns often feel arbitrary, even in supposedly suitable biomes.

User u/Many-Waters highlighted a different kind of obstacle: the weather.

Comment byu/Foulmouth232 from discussion inpokemongo

They advocated for a return to the six-hour Community Day format to allow for extended breaks, noting that the current three-hour events feel rushed in extreme climates.

u/Reddituser183 delved into the game’s mechanics with a more critical lens. They theorized that Niantic’s emphasis on Kanto Pokemon aligns with a strategy to maintain player engagement.

Comment byu/Foulmouth232 from discussion inpokemongo

They argued that by keeping certain Pokemon rare, Niantic ensures players continue returning, often investing in microtransactions along the way. “Imagine if you could catch all Pokemon in a year or two. That’s a terrible business model for Niantic,” they concluded, acknowledging the addictive loop many players find themselves in.

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A call for balance and innovation in Pokemon GO

Pokemon GO players would appreciate some changes (Image via The Pokemon Company)

The post-Community Day discourse reveals a mix of affection and exasperation among Pokemon GO players. While many appreciate the nostalgic appeal of Kanto Pokemon, there is a growing desire for more balanced and varied events that cater to long-time fans and newer players alike.

The introduction of diverse spawns, better event timing, and access to necessary evolution items could address these concerns while keeping the game fresh and engaging.

The December Community Day Weekend has once again highlighted the enduring challenges of balancing nostalgia with innovation in Pokemon GO. As players navigate the familiar rhythms of the game, they continue to voice their hopes and frustrations, often with humor and insight.

Whether Niantic will take these critiques into account for future events remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the passionate Pokemon GO community isn’t going anywhere.

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