Guide to Preparing for Pokemon GO Halloween Event Part 2 (2024)

• Double catch Candy.
• A higher likelihood of encountering Shiny Zorua in the wild.
• Trainers above level 31 will have increased chances of obtaining Candy XL from successful catches with Nice Throws or better.

Additionally, the event will enhance shiny odds for these Pokémon:

• Gengar in a Spooky Festival costume (Raids)
• Umbreon (Raids)
• Drifblim donning a Halloween Mischief costume (Raids)
• Froakie in a Pokémon Halloween costume (Raids and Eggs)
• Rowlet in a Pokémon Halloween costume (Raids and Eggs)
• Vulpix with a Spooky Festival costume (Eggs)
• Pichu in a witch hat (Eggs)

On October 31, 2024, trainers who successfully catch costumed Pokémon using Nice Throws or better could receive Rare Candy or Rare Candy XL.

Featured Pokémon

The following Pokémon will be highlighted during the Halloween Part 2 event in Pokemon GO:

Max Battles

Six-Star Max Battles will take place from 10 AM local time on October 31 to 8 PM local time on November 3, 2024.

• Gigantamax Gengar

Wild Encounters

• Vulpix in a Spooky Festival costume
• Shuppet
• Piplup in a Halloween Mischief costume
• Woobat
• the floor
• Froakie in a Pokémon Halloween costume
• Inkay
• Phantump
• Pumpkaboo in a Spooky Festival costume
• Rowlet in a Pokémon Halloween costume
• Pikachu in a witch hat

Eggs

• Vulpix in a Spooky Festival costume
• Pichu in a witch hat
• Froakie in a Pokémon Halloween costume
• Rowlet in a Pokémon Halloween costume

Raids

One-Star Raids

• Pikachu wearing a witch hat
• Froakie in a Pokémon Halloween costume
• Rowlet in a Pokémon Halloween costume

Three-Star Raids

• Gengar in a Spooky Festival costume
• Umbreon
• Drifblim in a Halloween Mischief costume

Research Tasks

• of Morpe
• Spiritomb
• Pikachu in a witch hat
• Vulpix in a Spooky Festival costume
• Piplup in a Halloween Mischief costume
• Froakie in a Pokémon Halloween costume
• Rowlet in a Pokémon Halloween costume

Additionally, players can purchase two event-themed Paid Timed Research quests for US$5 and US$2. Both offer encounters with featured Pokémon, but the higher-priced option grants 3x catch Candy, making it quite appealing.

Maximize Your Experience with Pokemon GO Halloween Part 2 in 2024

To enhance your experience during the 2024 Pokemon GO Halloween Part 2, consider the following strategies:

• Utilize Pinap Berries on Pokémon that you want to gather Candy from, allowing you to earn 4x or 6x Candy per catch.
• Coordinate with friends to defeat Gigantamax Gengar, as these battles require strategic planning and collaboration.
• Choose a Shiny, Shadow, or Legendary Pokémon as your Buddy, which will help in spotting Zorua in the wild.
• Send and open gifts frequently to acquire event-themed 7 km Eggs, increasing your chances of hatching shiny Pokémon.
• Create a list of costumed Pokémon you want to catch during Pokemon GO Halloween Part 2 2024, focusing on those you lack for your collection.
• Aim for Nice Throws consistently, especially on October 31, 2024, for a shot at obtaining Rare Candy and Rare Candy XL.

In addition to these event-specific tips, keep in mind these broader strategies to maximize opportunities during Pokemon GO Halloween Part 2:

• Regularly use Daily Incense for additional encounters, which may include rare Shiny Galarian Birds.
• Activate a Lucky Egg and/or Star Piece to enhance your XP and Stardust accumulation.
• Mega Evolve a Ghost or Dark-type Pokémon; Mega Sableye is particularly advantageous for earning bonus catch Candy.

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