How to get Inkay in Pokemon Go: Evolution & can it be shiny?

❘ Published: 2024-03-25T17:59:38

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Inkay is a very unique Pokemon in the franchise, and players can get it and evolve it in Pokemon Go. So, here’s everything you need to know, including how to catch it and its shiny availability.

When it comes to evolution methods, Inkay stands out, even in Pokemon Go. The Revolving Pokemon is a rare spawn in the mobile game, and its unique evolution was translated to the experience in the best possible way, although it might not be very intuitive for some trainers.

Here’s how to get Inkay in Pokemon Go, including how to evolve it and its shiny availability in Niantic’s title.

How to get Inkay in Pokemon Go
Is shiny Inkay available in Pokemon Go?
Inkay evolution in Pokemon Go

How to catch Inkay in Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go trainers can catch Inkay in the wild, although it’s a rare spawn usually tied to special events. You’ll have better chances during the World of Wonders Taken Over event that takes place from Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 12 AM to Sunday, March 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM (local time).

Inkay has a unique evolution method in the mainline games.

We’ll make sure to update this page if Niantic adds other methods to get Inkay in Pokemon Go.

Can Inkay be shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, shiny Inkay is available in Pokemon Go, so you might encounter one in the wild if you’re lucky and you explore enough during the events it’s boosted in.

How to evolve Inkay into Malamar in Pokemon Go

To evolve Inkay into Malamar in Pokemon Go, trainers have to turn their mobile device upside down and spend 50 Inkay Candy. This is the same method used in Pokemon X and Y, when Inkay first debuted in the 3DS games.

If your mobile device doesn’t have a gyroscope, you’ll be able to evolve Inkay without needing to turn your phone upside down.