Team GO Rocket takeover brings Shadow Lugia & Shadow Cresselia to Pokémon GO

During the scheduled Adventure Week in Pokémon GO, an unexpected interruption occurs as Team GO Rocket stages a takeover from August 8 to August 12. This period will witness a significant surge in the presence of Grunts, balloons, and the introduction of fresh Shadow Pokémon.

As an excited Pokémon GO player, I can tell you that one of the new additions to the game is Shadow Cresselia. You’ll have the chance to catch this shadowy version of Cresselia by successfully defeating Giovanni in a Raid Battle.

Shadow Cresselia debuting in latest Pokémon GO Team GO Rocket takeover

During each GO Rocket takeover event, a new powerful Shadow Legendary Pokémon is introduced to the game for the first time. Specifically, during the Adventure Week takeover, the newly introduced Shadow Pokémon will be Cresselia in itsShadow form.

During the event, you’ll have the opportunity to come across Shadow Cresselia by completing a new special research mission. Finish this task to obtain a Super Rocket Radar and go after Giovanni!

Until September 3, at 9:59 a.m. in your local time, you have the opportunity to stake a claim on this exclusive research in Pokémon GO.

Shadow Lugia returns to Pokémon GO

Shadow Lugia makes its comeback in the game; it’s not the anticipated Apex form though. Instead, it reverts to the regular Shadow Lugia version.

Shadow Lugia will return in five-star Shadow Raids on August 10 and August 11.

Stay tuned for more details on how to take on Shadow Lugia in Pokémon GO.

Team GO Rocket takeover Event bonuses

The following bonuses will be in place during the event.

New leader lineups and Shadow Pokémon

During the commencement of this event, the rosters for Arlo, Cliff, Sierra, Giovanni, and all other Team GO Rocket Grunt members will be updated with fresh Pokémon selections. Among these new additions will be three distinct Shadow Pokémon.

Specifically, Shadow Conkldurr, which develops from Shadow Timburr, will become a formidable Fighting-type Pokemon.

Pokémon GO Team GO Rocket takeover Shadow Raids

As a long-time Pokémon trainer and avid participant in raid battles, I’m excited to share that some Pokémon will now appear in Shadow Raids! However, it’s important to note that gyms not controlled by Team GO Rocket may still have regular raids. With my experience in battling various types of Pokémon, I can’t wait to see how these Shadow Raids compare and what strategies will be most effective against the darker versions of our favorite creatures. Let’s get out there and trainers, let the adventure continue!

One-Star Raids

Three-Star Raids

Field Research Task Rewards

Furthermore, you’ll encounter Field Research activities themed around specific events. The perks of completing these tasks encompass: [List of rewards]

As an excited fan, I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be able to purchase a fantastic bundle for just $9.99 in the Pokémon GO web store. This amazing offer comes with a selection of useful items designed specifically to support me during the upcoming Pokémon GO Team GO Rocket Takeover event!