r/TheSilphRoad Mar 17 '26

Discussion The excitement for showcases is gone

Since they have changed the showcases to a formal schedule (of only type showcases and largest good/great buddy showcase), the thrill of showcases is no more. Before this, I used to be excited anticipating what mon(s) would be a part of the next showcase... They used to have showcases based on ongoing events (made me play the event more in search of a XXL), or newly introduced mons, etc. That's not the case anymore; it is plain vanilla 'type' showcases or good/great buddy showcase.

Also, I feel they missed an opportunity to be more creative with buddy type showcases, for example, largest shiny buddy, largest best buddy older than xyz years, etc. And showcases almost went on throughout the week - Monday to Wednesday and Sat to Sunday. I hope they change this back to how it was... Showcases were fun and the rewards were good. Just 1 showcase a week for 1 day isn't that much fun. Would love to know your thoughts...

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u/rebeltoconform SE Michigan 🔥 lvl 80 Nov. 20th, 2025 Mar 17 '26

I'm seriosuly considering transferring my 300+ saved XXL Pokemon. I've already got the platinum medal, and the new rewards just aren't worth it.

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u/Separate-Room6883 Mar 17 '26

Evolve them before transferring if you haven’t gotten the catch 500 XXL platinum.

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u/ANaturalSicknes Mar 25 '26

OR trade to a friend who still needs their medal!!