Shiny Pokémon, with their alternative colors and rare occurrence, have always brought an extra layer of excitement and surprise to the journeys of trainers across the world. This page shows all Shiny Pokémon that are currently available in Pokémon GO. ✨✨
Shiny Pokémon are rare variants that feature different coloration than their non-shiny counterparts. These sparkling creatures are not only a visual treat but are also celebrated for their rarity, categorized for their scarceness and the prestige associated with finding and catching them.
Despite their distinct appearances, Shiny Pokémon retain the same moves, stats, and abilities as their standard versions. Their principal value lies in their rarity and the prestige associated with finding and catching them.
Shiny Pokémon have different odds depending on which scenario you encounter them in. During events, such as Community Day or 1-day limited events like Pokémon GO Fest, your chance to find a Shiny Pokémon are greatly increased. 1 in 500 (base rate) is the most common Shiny rate. 1 in 25 should be fairly. A similar rate is used for Legendary Pokémon in raids (around 1 in 20), but base Shiny odds shows shiny odds in %.
| Scenario | Shiny odds |
|---|---|
| Base chance | 1 in 500 (0.2%) |
| Medium chance | 1 in 125 (0.8%) |
| Permaboosted | 1 in 64 (1.6%) |
| Community Day | 1 in 25 (4.0%) |
| Legendary | 1 in 20 (5.0%) |
| Day event | 1 in 10 (10.0%) |
Shiny Pokémon have lower encounter rates compared to their non-shiny counterparts. General wild encounters have a baseline shiny rate of approximately 1 in 450. However, during certain events or with particular Pokémon, this rate can be significantly boosted.
Special events, such as Community Days and Pokémon GO Fest, often feature increased Shiny encounter rates. Trainers can leverage these events to maximize their chances of acquiring these dazzling creatures.
Regularly check for Pokémon in the wild, and particularly be attentive during events where Shiny rates are boosted. Always engage with Pokémon that have Shiny variants to maximize your Shiny hunting success.
Participating in raid battles can also be lucrative for Shiny hunters, as certain raid-exclusive Pokémon may have higher Shiny encounter rates.
Engaging in Special Research and Field Research tasks may reward encounters with specific Pokémon, occasionally featuring increased Shiny encounter rates.