Pokemon GO Shadow Raid Boss schedule (May 2025)

Pokemon GO trainers can look forward to a fresh lineup of Shadow Raids in May 2025, featuring powerful Shadow Pokemon, including the legendary Shadow Regirock . These raids offer a tougher challenge than regular raids, with boosted attack and defense stats for the Shadow Pokemon.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Shadow Raid bosses, their schedules, and how to participate.

Pokemon GO Shadow raid bosses in May 2025

Pokemon GO Shadow Raids come in three tiers: 5-Star, 3-Star, and 1-Star. While 3-Star and 1-Star raids appear daily, the 5-Star raids are exclusive to weekends.

5-Star shadow raids

The highlight of May 2025 is Shadow Regirock, appearing only during weekends. This legendary Rock-type Pokemon can also be encountered in its Shiny form.


Pokemon

Shiny Available



3-Star shadow raids

Three mid-tier Shadow Pokemon will be available throughout the month:

- Shadow Electabuzz

- Shadow Magmar

- Shadow Wobbuffet

These Pokemon do not have Shiny variants in Shadow Raids.

1-Star shadow raids


Four weaker Shadow Pokemon will appear daily, with some having Shiny potential:


Pokemon

Shiny Available



How to join Pokemon GO shadow raids

Participating in Pokemon GO Shadow Raids requires a few key steps:

1. Find a Team GO Rocket-controlled Gym: Shadow Raids only occur at Gyms taken over by Team GO Rocket.

2. Use a Raid Pass: Standard or Premium Raid Passes are needed to join. Remote Raid Passes won’t work.

3. Subdue Shadow Pokemon with Purified Gems: These items weaken Shadow Pokemon during battle and are crafted from Shadow Shards.

Tips for succeeding in Pokemon GO Shadow Raids

- Team up with other trainers for higher-tier raids.

- Use Purified Gems early to reduce the Shadow Pokemon’s power.

- Spin Gym Photo Discs daily to earn free Raid Passes.

May 2025 brings an exciting mix of Pokemon GO Shadow Raids, with Shadow Regirock as the standout encounter. Whether you’re hunting for Shiny variants or strengthening your team, these raids offer a unique challenge.

Also read: Pokemon GO Growing Up 2025 event: Research tasks, rewards, and collection challenge

For more Pokemon GO updates, check out our guides on the best Pokemon, Spotlight Hour schedules, and upcoming Community Days.