Pokemon Day 2025 may be over, but the surprises keep coming! A new event in *Pokémon GO* lets you catch the adorable and powerful Kubfu. Here's how.
How To Catch Kubfu in Pokémon GO

The Pokémon GO Might and Mastery event introduces the Wushu Pokémon, Kubfu, a highly anticipated addition since its debut in the Pokémon Sword and Shield DLC. To catch Kubfu, complete the "Might and Mastery" Special Research tasks.
Here's the breakdown:
**Research Task** | **Reward** |
Explore 3 km | 15 Poké Balls |
Defeat 3 Team GO Rocket members | 5 Revives |
Use a supereffective Charged Attack | Use a super effective Charged Attack |
Upon completion, Kubfu will appear, rewarding you with 891 XP. Remember, this Special Research ends June 3, 2025, at 9:59 AM local time.
Can You Catch More Than One Kubfu in Pokémon GO?
Want more than one Kubfu? The paid "Fuzzy Fighter" Special Research pass ($8) offers additional tasks and a chance to catch a second Kubfu, along with these rewards:
- One Incense
- Two Premium Battle Passes
- One Star Piece
- Encounters with Season-themed Pokémon
- A rare Dynamax Kubfu encounter
The Fuzzy Fighter pass is available until March 10, 2025, at 10 AM local time. Completed tasks remain accessible after purchase.
Can You Evolve Kubfu in Pokémon GO?
While Kubfu is undeniably cute, competitive trainers will want to know about its evolution, Urshifu. Currently, evolution isn't possible, but future updates are likely given Urshifu's presence in the event's loading screen.
That's how to get Kubfu in Pokémon GO! For more, check out the free item promo codes for March 2025.
Pokémon GO is available now on mobile devices.