Necrozma is one of the most powerful Legendary Pokémon in Pokémon GO, making waves with its ability to fuse into alternate forms. Trainers who missed its debut at GO Fest 2024 now have more opportunities to catch it in raids. The big question many players ask is: Can Necrozma be shiny in Pokémon GO? Let’s break down everything you need to know.
How to Get Necrozma in Pokémon GO
Necrozma currently appears as a 5-star Raid Boss. To catch it, trainers must:
- Join a 5-star Raid featuring Necrozma.
- Defeat the raid boss using a team of effective counters.
- Catch it after the battle—using Golden Razz Berries and excellent curve throws helps maximize your chances.
Necrozma is a Psychic-type Pokémon in its base form, but it can be fused into:
- Dusk Mane Necrozma (Psychic/Steel) when combined with Solgaleo.
- Dawn Wings Necrozma (Psychic/Ghost) when combined with Lunala.
Fusions require special Fusion Energy and candy, but the process is reversible and doesn’t consume the Pokémon involved. A group of 3 to 7 experienced trainers can usually take down Necrozma, though larger lobbies make battles more reliable. Be cautious in Windy weather, as it boosts Necrozma’s CP and Psychic attacks, making the raid tougher.
Necrozma’s Strengths and Weaknesses
When preparing for raids, understanding Necrozma’s battle traits is key:
- Weaknesses: Bug, Dark, and Ghost moves.
- Resistances: Fighting and Psychic moves.
Best Raid Counters:
- Mega Tyranitar – Bite + Brutal Swing
- Mega Gengar – Shadow Claw/Lick + Shadow Ball
- Mega Banette – Shadow Claw + Shadow Ball
- Shadow Chandelure – Hex + Shadow Ball
- Hydreigon – Bite + Brutal Swing
Avoid using Psychic- or Fighting-type attackers, since Necrozma resists their moves.
Can Necrozma Be Shiny?
Yes, Necrozma can be shiny in Pokémon GO. It first became available as a shiny during Pokémon GO Fest 2024, and from August 25, 2025, shiny Necrozma entered the global 5-star raid pool.
- Standard raid odds: 1 in 20 (5%)
- Special Raid Day odds: 1 in 10 (10%)
You cannot tell if Necrozma is shiny until the catch screen—the shiny reveal never happens during battle.
Shiny Necrozma and Fusion Forms
One of Necrozma’s most exciting mechanics is its ability to retain shiny status through fusions.
- Shiny Dusk Mane Necrozma: Fuse shiny Necrozma with Solgaleo using 1,000 Solar Fusion Energy, 30 Necrozma Candy, and 30 Cosmog Candy.
- Shiny Dawn Wings Necrozma: Fuse shiny Necrozma with Lunala using 1,000 Lunar Fusion Energy, 30 Necrozma Candy, and 30 Cosmog Candy.
Both fusions can be undone without losing the shiny status.
Shiny Color Variations:
- Base Necrozma: Blue-teal body with prism highlights.
- Dusk Mane Necrozma: Blue and pink instead of yellow.
- Dawn Wings Necrozma: Sea-blue and pink, replacing the usual purple.
Best Moveset for Necrozma
In PvE, Necrozma’s strongest moveset is Psycho Cut + Future Sight, delivering high DPS in raids and gym battles. Alternatives like Metal Claw + Future Sight or Shadow Claw + Future Sight can provide extra coverage in certain matchups.
Tips for Catching Shiny Necrozma
If you’re aiming for a shiny or even a shundo (shiny with perfect IVs), here are proven strategies:
- Maximize raid attempts – Join local groups or use Niantic’s Campfire app to chain raids.
- Stockpile Raid Passes – Both Premium and Remote Passes.
- Use Pinap Berries – Since shiny catches are guaranteed, maximize candy.
- Check IVs fast – A perfect IV Necrozma shows at 2104 CP (no weather boost) or 2630 CP (windy boost).
- Plan for fusion – Keep farming raids for candy and Fusion Energy.
- Consider special trades – Trading a shiny Necrozma can make it lucky, but Stardust costs are very high if it’s not registered.
Necrozma is not only a powerhouse in raids and PvP but also one of the most visually striking shinies in Pokémon GO. With its global raid availability and permanent shiny release, trainers now have more opportunities than ever to add this Legendary to their collection—and even unlock shiny fusions with Solgaleo and Lunala.
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Whether you’re after a strong raid attacker, a unique collector’s piece, or the elusive shundo, Necrozma is worth the grind.
