Latest News About Choose Your Path Timed Research

Here’s the latest you asked for, based on the most recent reports I can access.

• Pokémon GO has rolled out a new feature called Choose Your Path Timed Research in early May 2026. Players pick one of three paths—Explore, Catch, or Battle—and rewards are tailored to that choice. The feature is time-limited, with rewards and XP bonuses varying by path.[1][3][6]

• Availability and duration: The initial window for this timed research runs from Tuesday, May 5, 2026, to Tuesday, May 12, 2026, local time, after which the quest ends if not completed. Several guides and videos are published to help players decide which path to take and how to maximize rewards, including general overviews and path-by-path breakdowns.[2][3][5][1]

• Path details (typical rewards):

  • Explore: bonuses tied to PokéStop interactions and XP boosts from spinning stops, designed for players who prefer exploration and walking.[6][1]
  • Catch: increased XP for catching Pokémon, especially with good throws or Nice throws, with additional raid-related tasks and rewards.[3]
  • Battle: XP gains related to raids and battle-centric activities, with different step rewards.[4][6]

• Community reactions: early videos and guides emphasize choosing a path that aligns with your playstyle and the week’s activities, noting that changing paths once chosen isn’t possible in this timed event.[2][3]

Illustration: If you’d like, I can create a quick, shareable chart that summarizes the XP multipliers and key rewards for each path, so you can decide at a glance.

Would you like a side-by-side comparison table or a small infographic-style chart? I can also pull more details on the exact tasks and rewards if you want to optimize your choice.

Citations:

• Latest feature rollout and path options:[1]
• Duration and timing details:[3][1]
• Path-specific rewards and guides:[4][6][2][3]
• General community guidance:[5]