Updated
Updated · Marketing Interactive · Jul 6
KTM Turns 23 Malaysian Stations Into PokéStops for Pokémon GO Fest 2026
Updated
Updated · Marketing Interactive · Jul 6

KTM Turns 23 Malaysian Stations Into PokéStops for Pokémon GO Fest 2026

3 articles · Updated · Marketing Interactive · Jul 6

Summary

  • From July 11 to 13, KTM will convert 23 stations across Peninsular Malaysia into temporary in-game PokéStops, letting Pokémon GO players collect items while commuting.
  • KLCC Park will host KTM’s on-ground activation on July 11 and 12, with a branded booth, photo opportunities and merchandise redemptions for users showing the KITS app, a Komuter Link card or a valid KTM QR ticket.
  • Kuala Lumpur is one of the official Asia-Pacific community celebration cities for Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Global, alongside Seoul, Taipei, Jakarta, Bangkok and Bengaluru.
  • The wider event runs July 11 and 12 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time and is free for all players for the first time, adding Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y and Zeraora while extending gameplay to 9 hours daily.

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