May 2025 is shaping up to be an exhilarating month for Pokémon GO enthusiasts, packed with a series of thrilling events and the much-anticipated return of the Lake Trio in 5-Star Raids across various regions. Let's dive into what you can expect throughout the month.
What Does Pokémon GO Have in Store for May 2025?
Kicking off the month, Tapu Fini will make its grand entrance in Five-Star Raids from May 1st to May 12th, bringing along its special move, Nature's Madness, and the possibility of encountering its Shiny form.
Following that, starting on May 12th, players will embark on a full Lake Trio adventure, with the specific Pokémon you encounter depending on your geographical location. Uxie will appear in the Asia-Pacific region, Mesprit will be available in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, while Azelf will be present in the Americas and Greenland.
After the Lake Trio's stint, Tapu Bulu will take over the raids from May 25th to June 3rd, 2025, also featuring Nature's Madness and a Shiny variant.
For those interested in Mega Raids, May offers a robust schedule. Mega Houndoom will be available from May 1st to May 12th, followed by Mega Gyarados from May 12th to May 25th, and wrapping up with Mega Altaria from May 25th to June 3rd.
And Here Are the Details of All the Events
The month is filled with various events to keep players engaged. "Growing Up" will run from May 2nd to May 7th, while a Mega Kangaskhan Raid Day is scheduled for May 3rd. From May 10th to May 18th, players can participate in the "Crown Clash" event, and a Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend will occur on May 10th and 11th.
The Community Day on May 11th is shrouded in mystery, with the featured Pokémon yet to be revealed. The "Crown Clash: Taken Over" event will run from May 14th to May 18th, and a Shadow Raid Day is set for May 17th.
The "Final Strike: GO Battle Week" will dominate from May 21st to May 27th, and the May Community Day Classic is planned for May 24th. The month will conclude with a Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day on May 25th, 2025.
For more details on these events, be sure to check Pokémon GO's official Instagram. If you're new to the game, you can download it from the Google Play Store.
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