Pokémon Go is currently facing issues during its 9th anniversary event, particularly with a bug affecting the collection of Gimmighoul coins. Players have reported that Golden PokéStops, which are essential for gathering these coins, are visually glitching and disappearing as they approach. While the game’s development team has acknowledged this as a visual bug and clarified that the PokéStops are not actually despawning, many players are still frustrated with their efforts to collect the necessary items for evolving Gimmighoul. The anniversary event, which introduced a new costumed Gimmighoul and its shiny variant, continues until July 6, leaving fans with hopes for a fix.

What are the current issues with Pokémon Go's anniversary event?

The anniversary event is plagued by a visual bug causing Golden PokéStops to appear as if they are despawning when they are actually still accessible. Additionally, players are facing lower drop rates for Gimmighoul coins compared to previous events.

Pokémon Go, launched in 2016, has been a major success for Niantic, allowing players to explore the real world to catch digital Pokémon. With its frequent updates and seasonal events, the game continually strives to keep its player base engaged. Celebrating its 9th anniversary this year, players have gathered to enjoy special content, although current technical issues are overshadowing the festivities.