Shadow Regirock has returned to *Pokemon GO* as a formidable 5-Star Shadow Raid boss. As a Hoenn Legendary, it possesses multiple vulnerabilities that trainers can exploit to gain the upper hand. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to defeat this powerful Rock-type and all the details you need about its raid.
Shadow Regirock’s Weaknesses & Resistances in Pokemon GO
As a pure Rock-type in *Pokemon GO*, Shadow Regirock is susceptible to Ground-, Steel-, Fighting-, Grass-, and Water-type moves, which deal 160% super-effective damage. This gives trainers a variety of options for counters. However, it's crucial to be aware of its resistances as well. Shadow Regirock resists Normal-, Poison-, Flying-, and Fire-type moves, taking only 63% damage from them. For the best chance of defeating this 5-Star boss within the time limit, ensure your team's movesets do not include these resisted types.
Best Counters for Shadow Regirock in Pokémon GO
The top counters to use against Shadow Regirock are high-Attack Grass- and Fighting-types such as Kartana, Conkeldurr, and Pheromosa. Below is a table listing these counters along with their full movesets:
| Shadow Regirock Counter | Type | Fast Attack | Charged Attack |
| Kartana | Grass & Steel | Razor Leaf | Razor Blade |
| Pheromosa | Bug & Fighting | Low Kick | Focus Blast |
| Tsareena | Grass | Low Kick | Grass Knot |
| Conkeldurr | Fighting | Magical Leaf | Dynamic Punch |
| Breloom | Grass & Fighting | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
| Machamp | Fighting | Counter | Dynamic Punch |
| Galarian Zapdos | Fighting & Flying | Counter | Close Combat |
| Roserade | Grass & Poison | Razor Leaf | Grass Knot |
| Sirfetch’d | Fighting | Counter | Close Combat |
| Rillaboom | Grass | Razor Leaf | Grass Knot |
Tips & Tricks for Regirock Raid in Pokemon GO
While it may be tempting to use other super-effective types like Water and Steel, Shadow Regirock's diverse move pool can quickly counter them. Its potential moves include Rock-type Stone Edge, Electric-type Zap Cannon, and Ground-type Earthquake. Prioritize counters that are resistant to these attacks or take them as neutral damage.
Shadow Pokemon like Regirock have a 20% increase in Attack but a 20% decrease in Defense. This makes high-DPS movesets particularly effective. To maximize damage, use Pokemon with moves that match their type to benefit from a 20% STAB (same-type attack bonus).
To increase your chances of beating Shadow Regirock, bring at least four other Level 40 or above players. The more players up to the maximum of 20, the better your chances.
Shadow Regirock Pokémon Go Raid Dates
The 5-Star Regirock Shadow Raid will be available in *Pokemon GO* every weekend in February 2025, on the following dates:
- 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 Pokemon GO?
Yes, Shadow Regirock can be Shiny in *Pokemon GO*. After defeating it, there's a 1 in 20 chance of encountering a Shiny version. While it's not guaranteed, persistence might reward you with a Shiny Shadow Regirock.
Now that you're equipped with the knowledge to tackle Shadow Regirock, don't forget to check out the complete Pokemon GO event schedule for February 2025 to stay updated on all the exciting happenings in the game.
