Exciting news for *Pokemon GO* enthusiasts! Niantic has announced that players can now use remote raid passes in Shadow Raids for the first time during the upcoming Fashion Week: Taken Over event. Introduced in 2023, Shadow Raids have become a beloved feature for those seeking to capture powerful Pokemon. As 2025 kicks off, Niantic is rolling out a series of updates, including the return of Ralts for the second *Pokemon GO* Community Day in January. But the spotlight is on the Fashion Week: Taken Over event, where trainers will have the opportunity to participate in Shadow Raids using remote raid passes.
The Fashion Week: Taken Over event is scheduled from Wednesday, January 15, at 12:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time. During this period, players can engage in one-star, three-star, and five-star Shadow Raids either in person or remotely. This is a fantastic chance for trainers to catch Pokemon with higher IV stats, enhancing their teams significantly.
Pokemon GO Temporarily Introducing Remote Raid Passes for Shadow Raids
While the feature is limited to the duration of the Fashion Week: Taken Over event, players can also use remote raid passes during the Shadow Ho-Oh Raid day on January 19 between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. local time. This special raid day offers a boosted chance to capture the elusive shiny shadow Ho-Oh, and trainers can teach it the powerful charged attack Sacred Fire. Additionally, players can use a Charged TM on their Shadow Pokemon to remove the move Frustration, further customizing their battle strategies.
The introduction of remote raid passes for Shadow Raids has been a long-awaited feature, highly requested by the *Pokemon GO* community since its inception in 2023. Trainers are thrilled to finally have this option available, even if it's just for a limited time. Once the Fashion Week: Taken Over event ends, the use of remote raid passes in Shadow Raids will cease.
It remains uncertain whether Niantic will make this feature permanent or if it's a one-time event. Given the criticism faced over the need for in-person gatherings for tougher battles like Dynamax and Gigantamax, many fans hope that remote raid passes for Shadow Raids will become a staple in the game, enhancing accessibility and enjoyment for all players.
