The Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research rewards have been revealed, giving Trainers another reason to participate in the upcoming Pokémon GO event series taking place across Asia.
Players attending Pokémon RUN 30 will gain access to two separate Timed Research storylines, both offering valuable rewards including XP, Stardust, Poké Balls, Premium Battle Passes and Pokémon encounters.
With thousands of XP available from each research line, these rewards could provide a significant boost for Trainers taking part in the event.
Here’s a full breakdown of every Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research rewards announced so far.
Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research Rewards
The first Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research will be available to Trainers attending the event area.
Rewards include:
- 16,026 XP
- 2,026 Stardust
- 1 Incense
- 5 Poké Balls
- One Pikachu encounter
- One random starter Pokémon encounter
While the exact research tasks have not yet been revealed, players will need to complete them before the event concludes.
Niantic has confirmed that this research expires shortly after the event ends, making it important to claim all rewards before the deadline passes.
Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research: After The Run Rewards
A second research line called Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research: After The Run will also be available.
Rewards include:
- 15,026 XP
- 2,026 Stardust
- 15 Poké Balls
- 1 Premium Battle Pass
- One Pikachu encounter
- One random starter Pokémon encounter
Unlike the main research, this version remains available for up to seven days after the event ends.
That gives Trainers additional time to complete tasks and collect rewards.
How Much XP Can You Earn?
One of the standout features of Pokémon RUN 30 is the amount of XP available.
Combining both Timed Research lines gives players access to:
- 31,052 XP
- 4,052 Stardust
before taking event bonuses into account.
Considering Pokémon RUN 30 also includes 10× XP for spinning new PokéStops and 2× XP for spinning PokéStops, dedicated Trainers could earn a huge amount of experience throughout the event.
Which Pokémon Can Be Encountered with the Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research Rewards?
Both Timed Research paths reward players with a Pikachu encounter alongside a random starter Pokémon.
Potential starter Pokémon include:
- Bulbasaur
- Charmander
- Squirtle
- Pikachu
- Chikorita
- Cyndaquil
- Totodile
- Treecko
- Torchic
- Mudkip
- Turtwig
- Chimchar
- Piplup
- Snivy
- Tepig
- Oshawott
- Chespin
- Fennekin
- Froakie
- Rowlet
- Litten
- Popplio
- Grookey
- Scorbunny
- Sobble
- Sprigatito
- Fuecoco
- Quaxly
Many of these Pokémon may also be encountered in their Shiny forms during the wider event.
Are Pokémon RUN 30 Timed Research Rewards Worth Completing?
Absolutely.
Even if players are primarily attending Pokémon RUN 30 for the wild encounters or event bonuses, the Timed Research rewards provide a significant amount of additional value.
More than 31,000 XP, over 4,000 Stardust, multiple Pokémon encounters and a Premium Battle Pass make the research one of the highlights of the event.
For Trainers looking to maximise rewards during Pokémon RUN 30, completing both research paths should be a priority.
Pokémon RUN 30 Could Be One Of The Best XP Events In Pokémon GO
One of the biggest reasons Trainers may want to participate in Pokémon RUN 30 is the incredible amount of XP available throughout the event.
Alongside the 31,052 XP available through the two Timed Research storylines, players can also take advantage of 10× XP for spinning new PokéStops and 2× XP for spinning regular PokéStops. For Trainers visiting a new location for the first time, this combination could result in some of the highest XP gains available during any Pokémon GO event.
When combined with the event’s starter Pokémon encounters, Unown spawns through Incense and reduced Hatch Distance bonus, Pokémon RUN 30 offers much more than simply a running experience. It has the potential to become one of the most rewarding Pokémon GO events announced for 2026, particularly for Trainers looking to level up quickly while expanding their collections.
More Pokémon RUN 30 Guides
Pokémon RUN 30 is set to take place across multiple locations in Asia between October 2026 and January 2027.
For a full breakdown of event dates, bonuses, wild encounters and Incense Pokémon, check out our Pokémon RUN 30 Pokémon GO Event Dates, Bonuses And Timed Research Rewards guide.
You can also visit our Pokémon GO hub for the latest events, raids, Community Days and seasonal updates including the new Forever Forward Season.
