‘Pokemon Go’ Legendary Birds Release Date, News & Update: Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres Coming In Spring 2017; More Mini Events Are Expected

by Serena Vanderwoodsen / Jan 09, 2017 05:43 AM EST

Millions of "Pokemon Go" players around the world are now waiting for the release of the Legendary Pokemon. Now, new reports are claiming that the Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres are totally arriving this year.

SlashGear reported that Legendary birds Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres are likely to be launched in March, April or May as this is the time when players are expected to go outside more to catch Pokemon. However, the news outlet has noted that no exact date has been confirmed as of yet; so, "Pokemon Go" players should lengthen their patience.

Speculations about the release of the Legendary birds in "Pokemon Go" have been spreading since last year. As a matter of fact, these types were even expected to arrive with the Gen 2 Pokemon but all the rumors turned out to be wrong.

Some "Pokemon Go" players even waited for the game's Holiday event as it was guessed that Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres might be released on those special dates. However, fans got disappointed once again since no Legendary birds were unveiled at all.

Fast forward 2017, details about the release of the "Pokemon Go" Legendary birds have remained scarce. But, fans could expect that better things are coming in the upcoming months.

In fact, Mirror reported that Niantic has released new teasers to keep fans' interest for the "Pokemon Go" game. "That's all for now. Look for another update from us in a few weeks," the Japanese video game company has stated. "You may even get a special message from Professor Willow. Remember to be alert at all times when playing Pokémon Go."

Most "Pokemon Go" players know that Professor Willow provides players their first Pokeball at the start of the game. So, Niantic's latest teaser could mean that more Pokemon are coming very soon.

The news outlet added fans are now starting to speculate that the upcoming Pokemon might come in groups and more mini-events might also come along with the new characters. Stay tuned for more "Pokemon Go" news and updates!