Pokemon GO Adds Long-Awaited Feature in Limited-Time Event

Exciting news for *Pokémon GO* enthusiasts! Niantic has announced that during the upcoming **Fashion Week: Taken Over** event, players will have the unprecedented opportunity to use remote raid passes in Shadow Raids. This event marks a significant milestone since the introduction of Shadow Raids in 2023, offering trainers a chance to engage with this popular feature from the comfort of their homes.

As we step into 2025, *Pokémon GO* continues to evolve with numerous updates, including the return of Ralts during the second Community Day of January. Amidst these updates, the introduction of remote raid passes for Shadow Raids during Fashion Week: Taken Over has sparked excitement among the player base.

Details of Fashion Week: Taken Over

The **Fashion Week: Taken Over** event is scheduled to run from Wednesday, January 15, at 12:00 a.m. to Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time. During this period, trainers can participate in one-star, three-star, and five-star Shadow Raids either in person or remotely. This unique opportunity allows players to capture Pokémon with higher IV stats, enhancing their teams with stronger creatures.

Shadow Ho-Oh Raid Day

A highlight of the event is the **Shadow Ho-Oh Raid Day** on January 19, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time. Players can use their remote raid passes to battle Shadow Ho-Oh and have an increased chance of encountering a shiny shadow Ho-Oh. Additionally, trainers can teach Shadow Ho-Oh the powerful charged attack, Sacred Fire, and use a Charged TM to remove the move Frustration from their Shadow Pokémon.

Temporary Feature

While the ability to use remote raid passes in Shadow Raids is a thrilling addition, it's important to note that this feature will only be available during the Fashion Week: Taken Over event. Once the event concludes, players will no longer be able to use remote raid passes for Shadow Raids.

The introduction of this feature has been highly anticipated since Shadow Raids were first added to the game. It addresses some of the community's concerns about the need for in-person gatherings for tougher battles, such as those involving Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon. Whether Niantic will make this a permanent feature remains to be seen, but for now, trainers should make the most of this limited-time opportunity during Fashion Week: Taken Over.