Curious to know more about Pokémon GO Trainer Battles? Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the thinking that went into the creation of this new battle feature. #GOBattle https://t.co/BtHlJlgTcw https://t.co/RhUiLZJxZe

Attention: Level 10 will be the lowest level of Trainers that can access this feature. For Trainers levels 10 and below, we encourage you to keep catching Pokémon and exploring the world of Pokémon GO! We have no doubt that you’ll be a level 10 Trainer in no time!

#GOBattle ALERT: Trainers level 10 and up can now start their first Trainer Battles! https://t.co/QnpDinKWM8

#GOBattle ALERT: Trainers level 20 and up can now start their first Trainer Battles! Stay tuned, as we look forward to rolling out this feature to even more Trainers soon.

#GOBattle ALERT: Trainers level 30 and up can now start their first Trainer Battles! Stay tuned, as we look forward to rolling out this feature to even more Trainers soon.

Calling all level 40 Trainers. Your time has come to #GOBattle Trainers of lower levels, please stand by, as we will be rolling Trainer Battles out to more levels soon. https://t.co/Rf6NmFygE6

Whether you’ve explored the world of #PokemonGO with us since 2016 or taken a break, 2019 is the start of a new Pokémon GO journey for all of us. Future adventures await, Trainers. We can’t wait for you to be a part of it. https://t.co/kfw2e9Qswq

And we can’t forget Professor Willow and Professor Oak’s amazing discovery! A mysterious Pokémon suddenly appeared, and we now know it’s the Mythical Pokémon Meltan! Send us your favorite #PokemonGOar photo of this Steel-type Pokémon! #PokemonGO https://t.co/F4s2eqBI0t

EX Raids also received an exciting shake-up this year, as the Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo bowed out to make way for the DNA Pokémon, Deoxys! We wonder who will show up next... #PokemonGO https://t.co/EjiYYzdn91

Oh, and let’s not forget about Bidoof! The Plump Mouse Pokémon, originally discovered in the Sinnoh region, became a star during Bidoof Day! Which Pokémon should we spotlight next? #PokemonGO https://t.co/UaxGBRnQuS

One of the highlights of 2018 was Gifts!  Did you know that throughout the year, Trainers sent five billion Gifts to their friends? What a great way to show you care! #PokemonGO https://t.co/Rg3T2OCmUd

RT @NianticHelp: We’re winding down the year by reflecting on all of the improvements that we’ve made in 2018 to better support #PokemonGO Trainers and #Ingress Agents. We’re also looking ahead to the exciting plans we have for 2019.

RT @NianticLabs: What an amazing year of #PokemonGOCommunityDay meetups around the world! Join us as we take a look back at the incredible event that encouraged over 100 million Trainers to explore the world around them, all while playing #PokemonGO! Learn more: https://t.co/RI4TsRKqb5

Do you remember your first Pokémon GO trade? Since the feature launched in June, Trainers all around the world have traded their Pokémon with friends! And every once in a while, they’ve discovered a Lucky Pokémon. How awesome! #PokemonGO https://t.co/dNvvDYu3iP

This year, we also learned more about our fearless, friendly Professor Willow! In the spring, he shared more facts about himself during Professor Willow Week! Do you remember when his birthday is? 🤔 #PokemonGO https://t.co/Wkz00ve7fC

The year of 2018 was a year of massive Pokédex explosion! Trainers were able to encounter Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region and the Sinnoh region. Something tells us you’ll be adding more entries to your Sinnoh Pokédex soon... #PokemonGO https://t.co/1l9EQ8m8cj

RT @PkmnMasterHolly: @PokemonGoApp Been using AR Plus since day 1 and it’s still one of my favorite features!!! Finally able to achieve photos of Pokémon from any angle, this is a Poké-photographer’s DREAM! Thank you for continuing to develop new ways to love Pokémon!! 📸

#PokemonGoAR https://t.co/pGiYoATHBE

RT @KitsuneKurisu: @PokemonGoApp These are probably my favourite AR pics of the year. AR+ completely changed my relationship with AR photos. I always liked the feature, but now it’s probably my favourite thing about the whole game. 📸 #PokemonGOARplus https://t.co/qqj5hTlH2U

Speaking of art, Trainers have become masterful photographers when taking a #PokemonGOar photo!  Show us your best work, and we may feature it today! #PokemonGO https://t.co/I1hWkQDOSv

Have an eye for art, Trainers? We’ve loved delivering amazing pictures of Pokémon throughout the year in Pokémon GO! Which loading screen from this year was your favorite? #PokemonGO https://t.co/0SmimqBlWr