Shadow Regirock Raid Guide: Top Counters and Strategies

Shadow Regirock has returned to *Pokémon GO* as a formidable 5-Star Shadow Raid boss. As a Hoenn Legendary, it boasts multiple weaknesses that players can exploit for victory. Here's a comprehensive guide on defeating this powerful Rock-type and understanding the specifics of its raid.

Shadow Regirock’s Weaknesses & Resistances in Pokémon GO

Shadow Regirock, mirroring its base form in *Pokémon GO*, is a pure Rock-type Pokémon. This makes it vulnerable to Ground-, Steel-, Fighting-, Grass-, and Water-type attacks, all of which deal 160% super-effective damage. However, to ensure success in defeating this 5-Star boss within the time limit, it's crucial to steer clear of Normal-, Poison-, Flying-, and Fire-type moves, as Shadow Regirock resists these, only taking 63% damage from them.

Best Counters for Shadow Regirock in Pokémon GO

Tips & Tricks for Regirock Raid in Pokémon GO

While Water and Steel types may be super-effective, Shadow Regirock's diverse moveset, including Rock-type Stone Edge, Electric-type Zap Cannon, and Ground-type Earthquake, can quickly counter these. Prioritize counters that are resistant to or neutral against these moves. Shadow Pokémon like Regirock have a 20% increase in Attack but a 20% decrease in Defense, making high-DPS movesets crucial for quickly depleting its health within the time limit. Additionally, using Pokémon with moves of the same type can yield a 20% STAB (same-type attack bonus) for extra damage. For the best chance of success, assemble a raid party of at least four players at Level 40 or above, with the ideal group size being up to 20 players.

Shadow Regirock Pokémon GO Raid Dates

The 5-Star Regirock Shadow Raid will be available in *Pokémon GO* every weekend in February 2025, specifically on:

• Saturday, February 1
• Sunday, February 2
• Saturday, February 8
• Sunday, February 9
• Saturday, February 15
• Sunday, February 16
• Saturday, February 22
• Sunday, February 23

Can Shadow Regirock Be Shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, Shadow Regirock can appear as a Shiny in *Pokémon GO*. After defeating it in a raid, there's a 1 in 20 chance of encountering a Shiny version. While it's not guaranteed, persistence can lead to success.

Armed with this knowledge on how to beat Shadow Regirock, explore the full *Pokémon GO* event schedule for February 2025 to stay updated on all the exciting happenings in the game.