Dark Skies was an event in Pokémon GO. This event was a tie-in for Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Max Finale.[1]
Features[]
Featured Pokémon[]
Pokémon in wildThese Pokémon had increased spawn rates in the wild and from Incense or Lure Modules:
These Raid Bosses were available during the event. The last wave Raid Bosses appeared at 8:30 p.m. local time instead of 7:30 p.m. from similar events.
1st Tier
3rd Tier
5th TierOn August 18th - 20th:
On August 21st:
On August 21st, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. local time:
Zacian is caught in its Hero of Many Battles form
On August 22nd:
On August 22nd, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. local time:
Zamazenta is caught in its Hero of Many Battles form
These Power Spot Bosses were available during the event:
On August 18th:
On August 19th - 20th:
On August 21st - 22nd:
Timed Research[]
Dark Skies Timed ResearchDark Skies Timed Research was available during the event:
Professor Willow dialogue
- TRAINER, it’s a relief to see you in these tumultuous times. This storm is unlike anything I’ve ever seen.
- We’ve also received unusual reports of more Dynamax Pokémon appearing at Power Spots.
- My research notes came up empty, but I recall a legend I heard from another professor about the appearance of a gigantic Pokémon amid dark storms.
- The current situation does seem to match their research notes, but could it be...?
- Well, let’s investigate nearby Power Spots. Stay alert and be safe, TRAINER.
GO Pass[]
GO Pass: Max Finale was available during the event.
- Main article: GO Pass: Max Finale
PokéStop Showcase[]
PokéStop Showcases were available during the event:
| August 18th, 10 a.m. - 19th, 8 p.m. | Biggest Size |
Special Backgrounds[]
These Special Backgrounds were available for the following Pokémon during the event, only after encountering them from Max Battles:
Gallery[]
References[]
- ↑ Pokémon GO Fest 2025: Max Finale. Pokémon GO. Retrieved on 2025-07-22.
