Can Growlithe be shiny in Pokémon Go? For trainers eager to add a rare sparkle to their collection, the answer is a thrilling yes-but with a twist. While the classic Growlithe does have a shiny form available since 2018, the newly introduced Hisuian Growlithe, a Fire and Rock-type variant, offers fresh shiny opportunities during special events like the Out to Play event. Players can encounter Shiny Hisuian Growlithe through egg hatches, research tasks, and timed events, making the hunt both challenging and rewarding. Ready to boost your chances and catch these fiery shinies? Here’s everything you need to know to shine bright in Pokémon Go.
Hisuian Growlithe is in Pokémon Go, but it’s not available shiny yet. Both Growlithe and its Hisuian version share candy, so any Growlithe Candy you grab from nabbing one version can be used to evolve and power up the other. Nice.
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What is the shiny rate for Growlithe in Pokémon Go?
The shiny rate for Growlithe in Pokémon Go is approximately 1 in 500 during normal encounters, meaning the chance of finding a shiny Growlithe is quite rare. However, during special events such as Spotlight Hours or specific event spawns where Growlithe’s appearance rate is boosted, the increased number of encounters improves the overall odds of encountering a shiny. It’s important to note that Spotlight Hours increase spawn rates but do not directly increase the shiny rate itself. Therefore, the best strategy to find a shiny Growlithe is to catch as many as possible during these boosted spawn events to maximize your chances.
As per old research by the now-defunct website The Silph Road (via Wayback Machine), the shiny rate for Pokémon on a regular day is approximately one in 500. Growlithe is not a confirmed Pokémon that gets a “permaboost” (meaning that it’s a rare spawn and thus gets a boosted shiny rate).
What can I do to attract more shiny Pokémon?
Not much, unfortunately. It appears to be random chance. Shiny Pokémon catch rates are set by developer Niantic, and they are typically only boosted during special events like Community Days or Safari Zones, or in Legendary Raids. There are no consumable items that boost shiny Pokémon rates.
Where can I find a list of available shiny Pokémon?
Can Growlithe be shiny in Pokémon Go during regular gameplay
Yes, Growlithe can be shiny in Pokémon Go during regular gameplay. The shiny variant of Growlithe was introduced in September 2018 and can be found in the wild, though it is quite rare with a roughly 1-in-500 chance of appearing. While shiny Growlithe can appear outside of events, its spawn rate is significantly boosted during special events like Spotlight Hours or the Blaze New Trails event, making it easier to encounter. To increase your chances of finding a shiny Growlithe in regular gameplay, you can use items like Lure Modules and Incense, and hunt in sunny weather conditions where Growlithe naturally spawns more frequently.
Can I find shiny Growlithe outside of special events in Pokémon Go
Yes, you can find shiny Growlithe outside of special events in Pokémon Go, but it is extremely rare due to the low base shiny encounter rate, roughly around 1 in 450 to 1 in 500. Shiny Pokémon encounters are governed by random chance (RNG) set by Niantic and are not boosted outside of events like Community Days or Spotlight Hours. Players have reported encountering shiny Growlithe randomly in the wild during regular gameplay, although these occurrences are uncommon and not guaranteed. During special events, the spawn rates and chances to find shiny Growlithe are significantly increased, making it easier to encounter them.
