Pokémon Go has introduced a new $100 Premier Access ticket upgrade for its upcoming Go Fest 2025 event in Jersey City, offering players exclusive in-game items and enhanced real-world amenities — including what Niantic calls “upgraded restrooms.”

Go Fest remains one of the game’s most anticipated annual events, with this year's celebrations set to take place across three global locations: Liberty State Park in Jersey City, Paris, France, and Osaka, Japan. While general admission tickets already grant access to special Pokémon encounters and limited-time features, those attending the Jersey City event now have the option to enhance their experience with the Premier Access add-on.

Comparable to a premium tier or business-class upgrade, the Premier Access package grants attendees entry into a dedicated lounge area featuring upgraded facilities designed to improve overall comfort during the event. According to Niantic, this includes "upgraded restrooms, portable charger kiosks with lockers, and designated seating areas to help you recharge between gameplay sessions."

While exact details about the restroom enhancements remain unspecified, it's clear that these facilities are intended to offer a more comfortable alternative to standard on-site options. Additionally, Premier Access holders will enjoy priority entry into the event-exclusive Pokémon Center Pop-Up Store, allowing them to bypass long queues and quickly purchase official merchandise without sacrificing valuable playtime.

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Beyond physical perks, the Premier Access upgrade also delivers substantial in-game benefits. Ticket holders receive an extensive bundle of high-value items ideal for serious trainers, including:

• 100 Poké Balls
• 100 Great Balls
• 100 Ultra Balls
• 50 Silver Pinap Berries
• 100 Super Incubators
• 10 Lucky Eggs
• 10 Incense
• 10 Star Pieces
• 10 Lure Modules (each type: Rainy, Glacial, Magnetic, Mossy)
• 100 Premium Battle Passes
• 20 Max Particle Packs
• 5 Max Mushrooms
• An exclusive enamel pin badge

In total, the combined value of these in-game items could exceed $300, making the Premier Access pass appealing to players seeking convenience and long-term utility from their purchase.

The announcement has sparked mixed reactions within the Pokémon Go community. Some players have expressed concern over the increasing number of monetization layers in the game, noting that this is the highest-priced ticket upgrade ever offered. Others argue that for frequent spenders and competitive players, the Premier Access package provides strong value, especially when factoring in both the in-game rewards and the real-world conveniences.

As of now, it's unclear whether this $100 Premier Access tier will be available at future events in other regions. IGN has reached out to Niantic for clarification on potential global rollouts.

Pokémon Go Fest 2025 will occur across three weekends: May 29 in Osaka, June 6 in Jersey City, and June 13 in Paris. This year’s event will feature the debut of the Legendary Pokémon Volcanion, along with the broader release of Hawlucha, a regional-exclusive Pokémon previously found only in Mexico.