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Pokémon Go Nosepass Raid: Best Moveset, Counters, and Tips

Ayush Ray Behera — Fri, 24 May 2024 04:00:48 +0000

Nosepass is a Tier 3 Raid Boss in Pokémon Go. It is a blue bipedal Pokémon that looks similar to the Easter Island Heads. It has a bright triangular nose that is highly magnetic which looks similar to an arrow. Its skin is rock solid and its nose performs as a working magnet that always points towards the north. It is a decent opponent whom you can defeat with the right counters. So in this Pokémon Go guide, we are going to talk about the best ways and counters that you can use to defeat Nosepass in the best way possible.

Nosepass in Pokémon Go

Nosepass is a pure Rock-type Pokémon with a maximum CP of 1123 at level 50. It is weak in Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type attacks. If you have the perfect counters, you can fight against it all by yourself. If you don’t have the ideal counters, I would recommend you take a friend into the battle along with yourself.

Nosepass Moveset

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The best moves from the moveset of Nosepass are Rock Throw and Rock Slide. Both of them have a combined DPS of 51.6 and it is also the best combination of moves that you can use in both Pokémon Gyms and PvP battles. Other good options that I’ve found to be useful from the movepool of Nosepass are Spark, Rock Blast, and Thunderbolt.

Best counters against Nosepass in Pokémon Go

Here’s the list of the best counters that you can use against Nosepass to guarantee a win for yourself.

Necrozma (Dusk Mane): Metal Claw/Sunsteel Strike
Groudon (Primal): Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Kyogre (Primal): Waterfall/Origin Pulse
Groudon (Shadow): Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Garchomp (Shadow): Mud Shot/Earth Power
Swampert (Mega): Water Gun/Hydro Cannon
Metagross (Shadow): Bullet Punch/Meteor Mash
Excadrill (Shadow): Metal Claw/Scorching Sands
Sceptile (Mega): Fury Cutter/Frenzy Plant
Garchomp (Shadow): Mud Shot/Earth Power
Kyogre (Shadow): Waterfall/Origin Pulse
Heracross (Mega): Counter/Close Combat
Groudon: Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Terrakion: Double Kick/Sacred Sword
Blaziken (Mega): Counter/Focus Blast
Rhyperior (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Earthquake
Kartana: Razor Leaf/Leaf Blade
Swampert (Shadow): Water Gun/Hydro Cannon
Mamoswine (Shadow): Mud-Slap/High Horsepower
Metagross: Bullet Punch/Meteor Mash
Landorus (Therian): Mud Shot/Sandsear Storm
Machamp (Shadow): Counter/Dynamic Punch
Blastoise (Mega): Water Gun/Hydro Cannon
Excadrill: Metal Claw/Scorching Sands
Empoleon (Shadow): Metal Claw/Hydro Cannon
Keldeo (Ordinary): Low Kick/Sacred Sword
Keldeo: Low Kick/Sacred Sword
Torterra (Shadow): Razor Leaf/Frenzy Plant
Lucario: Counter/Aura Sphere
Venusaur (Mega): Vine Whip/Frenzy Plant

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Even though Nosepass is a pretty easy Pokémon to defeat and you should not face any problems, still you should try to fight it in Partly Cloudy weather to have the best chances at winning.

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Pokémon Go Steenee Raid: Best Moveset, Counters, and Tips

Ayush Ray Behera — Fri, 24 May 2024 02:00:00 +0000

Steenee is a special Tier 4 Raid Boss in Pokémon Go. It is a bipedal, plantlike Pokémon that looks like a human. Its torso and legs are dark purple and its hips, arms, and head are white. It is a special raid part of the Bounsweet Community Day. With the right counters, Steenee shouldn’t be much of a problem for you. In this Pokémon Go guide, we are going to talk about the best counters and ways that I think will help you defeat Steenee in the best way possible.

Steenee in Pokémon Go

Steenee is a pure Grass-type Pokémon with a maximum CP of 856 at level 50. It is vulnerable to Fire, Flying, Big, Ice, and Poison-type attacks. You can fight against Steenee all by yourself if you want to if you have the perfect counters. But to deal with your victory you should go in groups of two to five players into the fight.

Steenee Moveset

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The best moves from the movepool of Steenee are Razor Leaf and Grass Knot. Both of them have a combined DPS of 57.1 and it is also the best combination of moves that you can use in both Pokémon Gyms and PvP battles. In my experience, other decent moves from the moveset of Steenee are Charm, Draining Kiss, Energy Ball, and Triple Axel.

Best counters against Steenee in Pokémon Go

Here’s the list of the best counters that you can use against Steenee to guarantee your victory.

Rayquaza (Mega): Air Slash/Dragon Ascent
Charizard (Mega Y): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Blaziken (Mega): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Moltres (Shadow): Fire Spin/Sky Attack
Reshiram: Fire Fang/Fusion Flare
Ho-Oh (Shadow): Incinerate/Brave Bird
Ho-Oh (Apex Shadow): Incinerate/Brave Bird
Rayquaza: Air Slash/Dragon Ascent
Darmanitan (Standard Shadow): Fire Fang/Overheat
Chandelure (Shadow): Fire Spin/Overheat
Entei (Shadow): Fire Fang/Overheat
Charizard (Mega X): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Heatran: Fire Spin/Magma Storm
Gengar (Mega): Lick/Sludge Bomb
Beedrill (Mega): Bug Bite/Sludge Bomb
Blaziken (Shadow): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Volcarona: Big Bite/Overheat
Charizard (Shadow): Fire Spin/ Blast Burn
Pidgeot (Mega): Gust/Brave Bird
Staraptor (Shadow): Gust/Fly
Heracross (Mega): Struggle Bug/Megahorn
Moltres: Fire Spin/Sky Attack
Houndoom (Mega): Fire Fang/Flamethrower
Typhlosion (Shadow): Incinerate/ Blast Burn
Yveltal: Gust/Oblivion Wing
Ho-Oh: Incinerate/Brave Bird
Darmanitan (Standard): Fire Fang/Overheat
Darmanitan: Fire Fang/Overheat
Infernape (Shadow): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Magmortar (Shadow): Fire Spin/Fire Blast

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Even though there are various types of counters available against Steenee, the best ones are Flying and Fire types. So try your best to include these types of Pokémon in your team if you have the option to do it.

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Pokémon GO x World of Wonders collab announced featuring unique ultra beasts, special research, and more

Press Release — Tue, 14 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000

As the thrilling World of Wonders event draws to a close, Pokémon GO is set to captivate Trainers with a spectacular finale. From May 23 at 10:00 a.m. to May 28 at 8:00 p.m. local time, Pokémon GO enthusiasts can engage in unique challenges and capture rare Ultra Beasts, including the debuts of Naganadel, Stakataka, and Blacephalon.

Unleash ultra beasts and special research in Pokémon GO

This grand finale not only features the appearance of special Ultra Beasts but also introduces comprehensive Special Research tasks. Naganadel, the Poison Pin Pokémon, will make its first appearance in Pokémon GO.

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Trainers can evolve Poipole into Naganadel using 200 Poipole Candy after catching 20 Dragon-type Pokémon with Poipole as their Buddy. Additionally, Stakataka will join the five-star raids in the Eastern Hemisphere, while Blacephalon lights up the Western Hemisphere.

Celebrate World of Wonders finale with exclusive activities and rewards in Pokémon GO

During this event, Trainers can earn double XP for winning Ultra Beast Raid Battles and enjoy increased encounters with Pokémon like Ekans, Zubat, and Mareanie — with a lucky chance to catch their Shiny forms. This period also introduces the debut of Shiny Mareanie, adding extra excitement for collectors.

Event-themed Field Research tasks will provide opportunities to encounter a variety of Pokémon, including Nidoran, Nidoran, and Jangmo-o. Special Research related to the World of Wonders will be available, offering rewards like XP, Rare Candy, and encounters with featured Pokémon.

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To enhance the celebration, Pokémon GO introduces new avatar items, including Naganadel Wings, and a paid Timed Research option available for $5.00, offering exclusive rewards such as Premium Battle Passes and unique encounters with Mareanie. Make sure to visit the Pokémon GO Web Store for the Ultra Raid Box, featuring 25 Premium Battle Passes and more, available during the event.

Pokemon GO brings Fusion feature along with a new legendary Pokemon

Press Release — Mon, 13 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Pokemon GO is getting a brand-new, exciting feature from Niantic called Fusion. Thanks to this amazing new feature, Necrozma, the Prism Pokémon, can now take on incredible alternate forms in Pokémon GO!

Introducing the mighty Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma, created by fusing Necrozma with the legendary Pokémon Solgaleo, the Sunne Pokémon, or Lunala, the Moone Pokémon. And for the very first time, Trainers will have the opportunity to perform these fusions at Pokémon GO Fest 2024. Prepare to experience the thrill of this groundbreaking feature and unlock the full potential of Necrozma like never before!

Necrozma the Prism Pokemon makes its debut with the new Fusion feature in Pokemon GO

Necrozma, known as the Prism Pokemon, will be available in raids during Pokemon GO Fest 2024. Additionally, during GO Fest 2024, Trainers will have the opportunity to fuse Necrozma with Solgaleo or Lunala to obtain Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma!

Please note that Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma cannot be traded, transferred to the Professor, or transferred to Pokemon HOME. Experience the incredible power of Pokemon fusion in Pokémon GO! Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma have arrived!

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Pokémon fusion allows certain Pokemon to combine into a single, more powerful form with a new appearance. This phenomenon has only been observed with Necrozma so far, and it appears that Solar Fusion Energy and Lunar Fusion Energy are crucial for this fusion process.

Trainers can fuse Necrozma with Solgaleo and Lunala

With enough Fusion Energy, Necrozma can be fused with either Solgaleo to become Dusk Mane Necrozma or Lunala to become Dawn Wings Necrozma.

Trainers can fuse Necrozma with Solgaleo using 1,000 Solar Fusion Energy, along with 30 Necrozma Candy and 30 Cosmog Candy. Similarly, they can fuse Necrozma with Lunala using 1,000 Lunar Fusion Energy, 30 Necrozma Candy, and 30 Cosmog Candy. Once fused, Necrozma will remain in this form until its Trainer decides to separate them. Notably, separating them will not cost any Fusion Energy or Pokémon Candy.

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Solar Fusion Energy and Lunar Fusion Energy are extremely rare sources of power that enable the fusion of Necrozma into more powerful forms. Trainers can gain early access to either Solar Fusion Energy or Lunar Fusion Energy through branching Special Research at the in-person Pokémon GO Fest events in Sendai, Madrid, and New York City.

Starting with Pokémon GO Fest 2024: Global, Trainers will have the opportunity to earn Solar Fusion Energy or Lunar Fusion Energy by defeating Dusk Mane Necrozma or Dawn Wings Necrozma in Raid Battles, or by completing ticketed research tasks.

Trainers can encounter Necrozma with the in-person Pokémon GO Fest 2024 events

Encounter Necrozma in five-star raids starting with the in-person Pokémon GO Fest 2024 events, and take on Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma in five-star raids during the global event.

Trainers without an active ticket for Pokémon GO Fest 2024: Sendai, Madrid, or New York City can participate in Necrozma raids. However, they won’t be able to encounter a Shiny one until Pokémon GO Fest 2024: Global. After fusing Necrozma with Solgaleo or Lunala, Dusk Mane Necrozma, and Dawn Wings Necrozma will have the location tag associated with the fused Necrozma.

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Pokémon GO announces update to GO Snapshot with exciting new features

Press Release — Wed, 08 May 2024 12:30:00 +0000

Niantic has rolled out a major upgrade to Pokémon GO’s GO Snapshot feature, giving Trainers the ability to include up to three Pokémon in a single photo. This Pokémon GO GO Snapshot update brings exciting new ways to capture dynamic group photos and elevate your Pokémon photography experience to new heights.

Discover new features in the GO Snapshot update

Niantic announced that the GO Snapshot upgrade is now live, allowing players to create perfect group photos with up to three Pokémon in any shot. These Pokémon can move throughout the frame, ensuring dynamic and engaging compositions. A new toy feature captures a Pokémon’s attention, adding even more excitement to your snapshots.

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In addition to these improvements, the GO Snapshot upgrade introduces burst mode and a timer feature, providing players with more creative control over their photos. Burst mode captures a series of AR photos in rapid succession, while the timer applies a delay before snapping a picture. Whether you’re aiming for an action shot or the perfect pose, these enhancements offer flexibility and creativity.

How to access the new GO Snapshot features in Pokémon GO

Accessing the enhanced GO Snapshot is simple:

Camera Item: Select the Camera item in your inventory.
Pokédex or Menu Icons: Tap the Camera icons within the Pokédex or the main menu.

Key Features of the Pokémon GO GO Snapshot Update

Include Up to Three Pokémon: Pick any three Pokémon or choose from suggested group sets for inspiration.
Dynamic Pokémon Movement: Position Pokémon on the ground, on objects, or in the air to capture the perfect photo.
New Toy Feature: Use a toy to capture your Pokémon’s attention for more dynamic shots.
Burst Mode: Take a series of AR photos in rapid succession.
Timer: Apply a delay before taking the AR photo for well-timed snapshots.

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After capturing your AR photos, you can review and decorate them with all sorts of embellishments. With these new enhancements, Pokémon GO GO Snapshot allows you to truly unleash your creativity and share your incredible Pokémon photography with the world.

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Pokémon Go Durant Raid: Best Moveset, Counters, and Tips

Ayush Ray Behera — Wed, 08 May 2024 02:00:00 +0000

Durant is a Tier 3 Raid Boss in Pokémon Go. It looks like an insect and has a steel body featuring three distinct sections. Its abdomen is dark gray along with a light gray band wrapping in the middle. As it is a Tier 3 Pokémon, as long as you use the right counters, you won’t face many problems against it. So in this Pokémon Go guide, we are going to talk about the best counters that I think you should use against Durant to win easily.

Durant in Pokémon Go

Durant is a dual-type Bug and Steel Pokémon with a maximum CP of 2380 at level 50. It is vulnerable to only Fire-type attacks but it also has a double weakness towards it. You can fight against Durant all by yourself if you want to but if you want a super easy victory against it, you should bring a friend or two into the battle.

Durant Moveset

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The best moves that I’ve discovered from the movepool of Durant are Metal Claw and Iron Head. Both of them have a combined DPS of 51.6. It is also the best combination of moves that you can use in both Pokémon Gyms and PvP battles. Other decent attacks that you can use from its moveset include Bug Bite, X-Scissor, and Stone Edge.

Best counters against Durant in Pokémon Go

Here’s the list of the best counters that you can use against Durant to have the best chances of winning.

Blaziken (Mega): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Charizard (Mega Y): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Blaziken (Shadow): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Reshiram: Fire Fang/Fusion Flare
Darmanitan (Shadow): Fire Fang/Overheat
Charizard (Mega X): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Chandelure (Shadow): Fire Spin/Overheat
Entei (Shadow): Fire Fang/Overheat
Heatran: Fire Spin/Magma Storm
Infernape (Shadow): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Moltres (Shadow): Fire Spin/Overheat
Charizard (Shadow): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Ho-Oh (Apex Shadow): Incinerate/Sacred Fire
Typhlosion (Shadow): Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Groudon (Primal): Mud Shot/Fire Punch
Houndoom (Mega): Fire Fang/Flamethrower
Blaziken: Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Ho-Oh (Shadow): Incinerate/Sacred Fire
Arcanine (Shadow): Fire Fang/Flamethrower
Emboar: Ember/Blast Burn
Magmortar (Shadow): Fire Spin/Fire Punch
Darmanitan: Fire Fang/Overheat
Chandelure: Fire Spin/Overheat
Entei: Fire Fang/Overheat
Volcarona: Fire Spin/Overheat
Salamence (Mega): Fire Fang/Fire Blast
Delphox: Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Infernape: Fire Spin/Blast Burn
Houndoom (Shadow): Fire Fang/Flamethrower
Salamence (Shadow): Fire Fang/Fire Blast

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If you don’t have your best counters in the form of Fire-type Pokémon, then I’ll recommend you to team up with your level best Fire Pokémon along with the teams of your friends to have a smooth victory.

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Pokémon Go Seviper Raid: Best Moveset, Counters, and Tips

Ayush Ray Behera — Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Seviper is a Tier 3 Raid Boss in Pokémon Go. It looks very much like a snake and is blackish-green in color. It has golden plates on its body along with elongated red fangs with a face having two shades of purple on it. As long as you use the right counters, you won’t face much of a problem against this Pokémon. So in this Pokémon Go guide, we are going to talk about the best counters which I think will help you easily achieve your victory against Seviper.

Seviper in Pokémon Go

Seviper is a pure Poison-type Pokémon. It has a maximum CP of 2380 at level 50 and is vulnerable to Ground and Psychic Pokémon. You can go solo against it if you have your counters at high levels of the same type. But if you don’t have such powerful counters, you can make up for it by taking two to three more of your friends into this battle along with yourself.

Seviper Moveset

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The best moves from the moveset of Seviper are Poison Jab and Crunch. Both of them have a combined DPS of 51.6 and it is also the best combination of moves that can be used in both Pokémon Gyms and PvP battles. Other decent attacks that I’ve found to be useful from the movepool of Seviper include Iron Tail, Poison Fang, and Wrap.

Best counters against Seviper in Pokémon Go

Here’s the list of the best counters that you can use against Seviper and guarantee your win against it.

Groudon (Primal): Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Mewtwo (Shadow): Confusion/Psystrike
Alakazam (Mega): Confusion/Psychic
Garchomp (Mega): Mud Shot/Earth Power
Groudon (Shadow): Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Mewtwo: Confusion/Psystrike
Latios (Mega): Zen Headbutt/Psychic
Excadrill (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Scorching Sands
Gardevoir (Mega): Confusion/Psychic
Hoopa (Unbound): Confusion/Psychic
Metagross (Shadow): Zen Headbutt/Psychic
Rayquaza (Mega): Dragon Tail/Dragon Ascent
Garchomp (Shadow): Mud Shot/Earth Power
Latios (Shadow): Zen Headbutt/Psychic
Rhyperior (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Earthquake
Landorus (Therian): Mud Shot/Earthquake
Mamoswine (Shadow): Mud-Slap/High Horsepower
Groudon: Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Alakazam (Shadow): Confusion/Psychic
Latias (Mega): Zen Headbutt/Psychic
Gallade (Shadow): Confusion/Psychic
Swampert (Mega): Mud Shot/Earthquake
Lunala: Confusion/Psychic
Excadrill: Mud-Slap/Scorching Sands
Gengar (Mega): Lick/Mud Shot
Exeggutor (Shadow): Confusion/Psychic
Rhydon (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Earthquake
Gardevoir (Shadow): Confusion/Psychic
Latias (Shadow): Zen Headbutt/Psychic
Metagross: Zen Headbutt/Psychic

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If you have the option of including Shadow versions of your Pokémon, you should go right ahead and do it as it will make the fight a cakewalk for you and you can even fight all by yourself if you want to and win easily.

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Pokémon Go Raid Battles schedule for May 2024

Ayush Ray Behera — Tue, 07 May 2024 15:00:19 +0000

Pokémon Go is a game by Niantic that allows you to live out your dream of being a Pokémon trainer in real life. Using the help of augmented reality in the game, you can catch Pokémon in real life and train them to fight in battles and so on. You can take part in Raid Battles in this game where you can fight against Pokémon ranging anywhere from 1 to 5 Star Raid Bosses. So in this article, we are going to talk about the lineup for the raid battle schedule in Pokémon Go for May 2024.

Table Of Contents

Pokémon Go Raid Schedule for May 2024
Raid Hours in Pokémon Go
Spotlight Hours in Pokémon Go
Research Breakthrough in Pokémon Go
Pokémon Go Events Schedule May 2024

Pokémon Go Raid Schedule for May 2024

There are a lot of options to choose from while playing Pokémon Go. You can take part in many events, raids, battles, and so on whose schedules are changed every month. You need to keep yourself attentive towards new updates as these changes are reflected through them and you might miss out on some important events.

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In May 2024, we are going to witness the last month of the 14^th Season of World of Wonders along with GO Battle Weekend. You will also be able to fight against Tapu Fini, Regirock, Mega Gyarados, and so on. Also for this month’s Shadow Battle Raids, you will be able to fight against Shadow Suicune every weekend.

Here’s the list of the complete Raid Boss schedule in Pokémon Go for May 2024. The number of days for which the Pokémon will be available for is written along with their names in the list.

1. Pokémon Go Mega Raids Schedule May 2024

Alakazam (Mega): May 2 to May 16
Gyarados (Mega): May 16 to May 23
Pidgeot (Mega): May 23 to June 1

2. Pokémon Go 5-Star Raids Schedule May 2024

Tapu Fini: May 2 to May 16
Regirock: May 16 to May 23
Blacephalon: May 23 to June 1
Stakataka: May 23 to June 1

3. Pokémon Go 4-Star Raids Schedule May 2024

Vileplume
Togetic
Palpitoad
Wobbuffet

4. Pokémon Go 5-Star Raids Schedule May 2024

Stunky
Clamperl
Marill
Nidoran
Goomy

Raid Hours in Pokémon Go

Raid Hours is a special event hosted by Niantic every week that will provide you with a better chance of catching 5-Stars Raid Pokémon as they are featured in increased numbers during this time. These Raid Hours take place every Wednesday from 6 PM to 7 PM. You don’t need to worry about checking the time according to your time zone as all of the times are adjusted concerning your local time.

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Registeel – May 1
Tapu Fini – May 8
Tapu Fini – May 15
Regirock – May 22
Blacephalon: May 29
Stakataka: May 29

Spotlight Hours in Pokémon Go

The following Pokémon will be available from 6 PM to 7 PM local time for Pokémon Spotlight Hours on the specific dates along with the bonus they provide.

Hitmonchan: 2x Candy for transferring Pokémon on May 7
Hitmonlee: 2x Candy for transferring Pokémon on May 7
Abra: 2x XP for evolving Pokémon on May 14
Elgyem: 2x Stardust for catching Pokémon on May 21
Mareanie: 2x XP for catching Pokémon on May 28

Research Breakthrough in Pokémon Go

You can complete several Field Research tasks and get a chance to earn an encounter with any of the Pokemon mentioned below in Pokémon Go. May is also the last season of the current Research Breakthrough event which will go on till June 1, 2024.

Goomy
Sneasel (Hisui)
Furfrou
Sandygast
Jangmo-o
Dubwool

Pokémon Go Events Schedule May 2024

Pokémon Go comes up with new and different events every other month. This is why it might be a little hectic to keep track of every new event and chances are you might miss out on some events you were eager to participate in. So here’s the complete list of all the events that are going to take place in Pokémon Go in May 2024. The dates of the events are also written alongside their names in the list.

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Go Battle Weekend: May 4 to May 5
Rivals Week: May 4 to May 9
Flock Together Research Day: May 11
Catching Wonders: May 14 to May 19
May Community Day: May 19
Ultra Space Wonders: May 23 to May 28
Incense Day: May 26

That is everything you need to know about the upcoming Raid Schedule of Pokémon Go for May 2024!

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Pokémon Go Heatmor Raid: Best Moveset, Counters, and Tips

Ayush Ray Behera — Tue, 07 May 2024 06:00:34 +0000

Heatmor is a Tier 3 Raid Boss in Pokémon Go. It is a bipedal ant eater like Pokémon which has a beige face along with red fun with yellow stripes which looks similar to molten lava. Heatmor is a decent Pokémon to fight against which means you can’t take it lightly. Here is the list of the best counters that I think you should use for Heatmor to have the best team in Pokémon Go against it.

Heatmor in Pokémon Go

Heatmor is a pure Fire-type Pokémon with a maximum CP of 2708 at level 50. It is vulnerable to Water, Rock, and Ground-type counters. If you have the best counters available, you will be able to fight against Heatmor all by yourself but to have an easy win, you will need to bring a friend or two along with you.

Heatmor Moveset

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The best moves from the movepool of Heatmor include Fire Spin and Flamethrower. Both of them have a combined DPS of 53.5. It is also the best combination of moves that can be used in both Pokémon Gyms and PvP battles. Other decent moves that I’ve found to be useful from the moveset of Heatmor are Lick, Thunder Punch, and Power-Up Punch.

Best counters against Heatmor in Pokémon Go

Here’s the list of the best counters you can use against Heatmor in Pokémon Go and have the best chance of winning.

Groudon (Primal): Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Kyogre (Primal): Waterfall/Origin Pulse
Garchomp (Mega): Mud Shot/Earth Power
Swampert (Mega): Water Gun/Hydro Cannon
Groudon (Shadow): Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Kyogre (Shadow): Waterfall/Origin Pulse
Rhyperior (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Rock Wrecker
Diancie (Mega): Rock Throw/Rock Slide
Rayquaza (Mega): Dragon Tail/Dragon Ascent
Garchomp (Shadow): Mud Shot/Earth Power
Rampardos (Shadow): Smack Down/Rock Slide
Blastoise (Mega): Water Gun/Hydro Cannon
Excadrill (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Scorching Sands
Landorus (Therian): Mud Shot/Sandsear Storm
Kingler (Shadow): Bubble/Crabhammer
Groudon: Mud Shot/Precipice Blades
Tyranitar (Mega): Smack Down/Stone Edge
Kyogre: Waterfall/Origin Pulse
Aerodactyl (Mega): Rock Throw/Rock Slide
Mamoswine (Shadow): Mud-Slap/High Horsepower
Gyarados (Mega): Waterfall/Hydro Pump
Feraligatr (Shadow): Water Gun/Hydro Cannon
Rhyperior: Mud-Slap/Rock Wrecker
Empoleon (Shadow): Waterfall/Hydro Cannon
Garchomp: Mud Shot/Earth Power
Rampardos: Smack Down/Rock Slide
Golurk (Shadow): Mud-Slap/Earth Power
Tyranitar (Shadow): Smack Down/Stone Edge
Crawdaunt (Shadow): Waterfall/Crabhammer

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To deal with your victory against Heatmor, I recommend you use your best Shadow-type counters against it. It will help you achieve a smooth and easy victory against it.

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Pokémon GO Community Ambassador Program: How to Join, Benefits, and more

Probal Datta — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Niantic has recently revised the Community Ambassador Program for Pokémon GO, allowing trainers from select countries to apply for the role of “creating and leading a local community.” This exciting update is expected to encourage more in-person activities among players.

Pokémon GO Community Ambassador Program: Overview and How to join

To become a Community Ambassador, trainers need to follow these steps:

Only trainers in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand are eligible to apply.
Fill out the official application form for the Community Ambassador role here.
Niantic will review your submission and invite you to join other applicants.
Once inducted into the group, you will be required to host four community events and submit group photos of each event.
After meeting these criteria, Niantic will conduct a final background and safety check of your community.

Niantic has stated that they are looking for diversity, professionalism, quality of character, positivity, and integrity in their Pokémon GO Community Ambassadors.

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As announced, Niantic emphasized that they now solely control and run the application process. Applications are no longer required to consult, visit, or utilize external websites or resources. Additionally, the community size requirement has been decreased to 10 people.

As part of the application process, applicants must host four local Pokémon GO community events, which may include Community Day or Raid Day gatherings, trading meetups, GO Battle League tournaments, and local, in-person Pokémon GO Fest celebrations.

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