Pokemon Go: Mewtwo Appears, New Raids Incoming

But Mew remains elusive.

By Matt Davidson

Pokemon Go players are one step closer to catching 'em all, with legendary of legendaries, Mewtwo on its way.

Developer Niantic's official site has confirmed that the genetically-modified Pokemon will be available in the coming months in new 'Exclusive Raids'.

Exclusive Raids are, according to the Pokemon Go team, similar to existing raid battles - the major difference being that Trainers have to be invited to join an Exclusive Raid. To earn yourself an invitation, you need to have already defeated a Raid Boss at a Gym where the Exclusive Raid is due to take place. The invitation will include details of when the Exclusive Raid will take place, allowing teams to prepare ahead of time.

Pokemon Go's version of Mewtwo.

In addition to Mewtwo, Trainers are promised that other 'powerful Pokemon' will be hatching from the Eggs found at Exclusive Raid battles in the coming weeks, making them a sure draw for players who are still intent on completing their collection.

And as one final bonus, there'll be another chance to catch Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres and Lugia - all four Legendary Birds will be available at Raid Battles from now until August 31.

Mewtwo appeared first earlier today at Yokohama's Pokemon Go Stadium event.

Each attendee was given a specific time slot - possibly in response to the chaotic Pokemon Go Fest held earlier this year in Chicago - and upon arrival found themselves in a raid battle against the legendary Pokemon. Victory in the raid earned successful Trainers 52 Premier Balls with which to capture the long-awaited monster.

Matt Davidson is a freelance writer for IGN who is writing this while keeping one eye on the nearest Gym. Follow him on Twitter.

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