Pokémon GO Halloween 2024 Part II: New Costumed Pokémon, Raids, and Shiny Encounters

Pokémon GO Halloween 2024 Part II: New Costumed Pokémon, Raids, and Shiny Encounters

22. October 2024 by Valentin Pasetti

Get ready, trainers, as the spooky celebrations continue with Pokémon GO Halloween 2024 Part II. Niantic has once again split the Halloween event into two halves, and this second part promises even more thrills, special encounters, and costumed Pokémon to catch.

Event Dates and Details

The Halloween 2024 Part II event will kick off on Monday, October 29, 2024, at 10:00 AM local time, and will run until Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 8:00 PM local time.

During this event, special versions of Froakie and Rowlet dressed in Halloween costumes will make their debut. These Pokémon will also have a chance to appear as shiny versions, making them even more desirable for collectors.

Additionally, Gigantamax Gengar will make a spooky debut in 6-star Max Raids starting on October 31 at 10:00 AM local time and will be available until November 3, 8:00 PM.

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Event Bonuses and Shiny Boosts

Here’s what you can expect during the event:

  • Double Candy for catching Pokémon.
  • Increased chances to encounter a shiny Zorua in the wild.
  • Trainers at Level 31 or higher will have an increased chance of receiving XL Candy for catching Pokémon with great or excellent throws.

Featured Costumed Pokémon in Raids and Eggs

Some of the most exciting features of the event include costumed Pokémon appearing in raids and hatching from 7 km eggs. Here’s a breakdown of what you can encounter:

Increased Shiny Chances in Raids:

  • Gengar wearing the Spooky Festival costume
  • Umbreon
  • Drifblim in its Halloween Mischief costume
  • Froakie in a Halloween costume
  • Rowlet in a Halloween costume

 

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Pokémon from 7 km Eggs:

  • Vulpix wearing the Spooky Festival costume
  • Pichu with a witch hat
  • Froakie in a Halloween costume
  • Rowlet in a Halloween costume

Wild Encounters (with shiny potential marked by an *)

During the event, players will have the chance to find these Pokémon in the wild:

  • Vulpix in a Spooky Festival costume*
  • *Shuppet
  • Piplup in a Halloween Mischief costume*
  • *Woobat
  • *Zorua
  • Froakie in a Halloween costume*
  • *Inkay
  • *Phantump
  • Pumpkaboo in a Spooky Festival costume*
  • Rowlet in a Halloween costume*

Raids Overview

  • One-star Raids: Pikachu with a witch hat*, Froakie in a Halloween costume*, Rowlet in a Halloween costume*.
  • Three-star Raids: Gengar in a Spooky Festival costume*, Umbreon*, Drifblim in a Halloween Mischief costume*.

Exclusive Timed Research

A special Timed Research quest will be available starting October 22 at 10:00 AM, running through November 3 at 8:00 PM. Completing this will unlock additional event bonuses and encounters.

Conclusion

The Pokémon GO Halloween 2024 Part II event promises exciting new additions to the game, with costumed Pokémon, shiny opportunities, and powerful raids to enjoy.

Whether you’re looking to expand your collection or just want to dive into the Halloween spirit, this event has plenty to offer. Don’t miss out on the chance to grab these exclusive Pokémon before the event ends on November 3!

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