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New Shadow Pokémon and Challenges in Pokémon GO Event

1/24/2026

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Summary

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The Pokémon GO Precious Pals: Taken Over event occurs from January 23 to January 25, 2026.
Team GO Rocket will appear more frequently, introducing new Shadow Pokémon: Shadow Chespin, Shadow Fennekin, and Shadow Froakie.
Trainers can use a Charged TM to remove the Charged Attack Frustration from Shadow Pokémon.
Special Research tasks will lead players to Giovanni and the Shadow Incarnate Forme Thundurus, which must be claimed by March 3, 2026, at 9:59 a.m. local time.
Completing event-themed Field Research and Collection Challenges will provide various rewards.

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Story summary

The Pokémon GO Precious Pals: Taken Over event occurs from January 23 to January 25, 2026.
Team GO Rocket will appear more frequently, introducing new Shadow Pokémon: Shadow Chespin, Shadow Fennekin, and Shadow Froakie.
Trainers can use a Charged TM to remove the Charged Attack Frustration from Shadow Pokémon.
Special Research tasks will lead players to Giovanni and the Shadow Incarnate Forme Thundurus, which must be claimed by March 3, 2026, at 9:59 a.m. local time.
Completing event-themed Field Research and Collection Challenges will provide various rewards.