Rural Pokemon Go Players Say Goodbye to 4 & 5-Star Raids Due to Nerfed Remote Play

In the world of Pokemon Go, the recent nerf to the 4 & 5 star raids has left many rural players struggling to progress and catch strong Pokemon. Among those affected are a duo of dedicated players who relied on these raids to build up their collections. In this article, we’ll explore their journey and how they’ve been impacted by the recent changes to the game.


The article features a Reddit post from chop655, who, as a rural Pokemon Go player, said that the recent Remote Raid Nerf has made it impossible to participate in high-level raids. The post received similar sentiments from other players frustrated with the current state of raiding. One user suggested that Niantic remove the Timer from in-person raids, while another proposed adding matchmaking to find other players to join the raid. Until Niantic makes a change, players will have to persevere through difficult in-person raids. As a result, some players, like the rural couple mentioned in the article, are saying goodbye to 4 and 5-star raids.


As the sun sets on their time as rural Pokemon Go trainers, our duo bids a bittersweet farewell to the thrill of 4 & 5 star raids. Despite the nerf, they have brought a sense of community and camaraderie to their small town, and have shown that even the most resilient of trainers can triumph against the odds. As they head off into the sunset, we remember the excitement and joy they brought us, and we eagerly look forward to their next adventure in the world of Pokemon Go. Until then, we wish them the very best of luck and thank them for all the memories. Catch ’em all!