Gold Bottle Cap

Pokémon GO Gold Bottle Cap Explained: Is It Pay‑to‑Win?

Niantic’s $19.99 Deluxe GO Pass includes a Gold Bottle Cap to max Pokémon IVs. Developers say it won’t break balance—community opinions remain divided.

News 18 June 2025 - 09:00 AM

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