How to Tell If a Pokemon is Shiny in Pokemon GO
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Ever wondered while roaming around in Pokemon GO how to tell if a Pokemon is shiny? You’re in the right place to find out!
Spotting a shiny Pokemon in Pokemon GO can be one of the rarest and most exciting experiences in the game. Let’s dive into how you can identify these special critters.
Spotting a Shiny Pokemon: The Short Answer
Shiny Pokemon show their unique color variations the moment they appear on your screen. However, you won’t see any special indicators on the map before you engage them.
When you encounter a Pokemon, you’ll instantly notice if it’s shiny because of its different color scheme compared to its regular version. Also, a shiny Pokemon will sparkle with little stars at the beginning of the encounter, making it impossible to miss.
Do Shiny Pokemon Look Different in the Wild?
No, shiny Pokemon do not appear as shiny on the map. You’ll have to tap on each Pokemon to check if it’s shiny. Once in the encounter screen, that’s where the magic happens. Along with the special sparkle, there’s a shiny icon next to the Pokemon’s name to confirm its rarity.
Remember, shiny Pokemon in Pokemon GO are quite rare, so spotting one is always a moment of excitement. Plus, their stats are the same as non-shiny versions, so the thrill is all in the hunt and collection of these unique variations.
Win PokeCoins by Playing Fun Games on Playbite
Caught a shiny and now looking for PokeCoins to gear up for your next adventure? Why not have a little fun and earn some in the process? Download the Playbite app and play casual mobile games to earn rewards, including PokeCoins.
Playbite is a fantastic way to mix up your gaming experience while earning rewards for the games you love like Pokemon GO. Catching shiny Pokemon and embarking on new adventures has never been more rewarding. Give it a try!
In case you’re wondering: Playbite simply makes money from (not super annoying) ads and (totally optional) in-app purchases. It then uses that money to reward players with really cool prizes!
Join Playbite today!
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