How to get Shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO

New Pokemon in GO always raise questions about their shinies. Trainers might be interested in Shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO as it makes its way into the game. This powerful Fighting- and Water-type Pokemon makes its debut during the Final Strike: GO Battle Week event starting May 21, 2025.

While obtaining the standard version is possible now, trainers eager for its shiny variant will need to wait. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a Shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO. Lets start with the regular variant of Urshifu.

How to get Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO

Evolving Kubfu into Rapid Strike Urshifu requires completing specific tasks. Follow these steps to add this powerful Pokemon to your roster:

1. Get your hands on Kubfu

- Add Kubfu to your collection by completing either the "Might and Mastery" or "Fuzzy Fighter" Special Research tasks.

2. Set Kubfu as your buddy

- Make Kubfu your active Buddy Pokemon. There are a few conditions that you need to fulfil. We will discuss them below.

3. Defeat 30 Water-type Pokemon

- While Kubfu is your buddy, defeat 30 Water-type Pokemon in Max Battles or raids. Kubfu doesn’t need to participate in these battles.

4. Collect 200 Kubfu Candy

- Gather candy by walking with Kubfu, catching more Kubfu, or using Rare Candies.

Once all conditions are met, you can evolve Kubfu into Rapid Strike Urshifu.


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Can you get Shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO?

As of now, you cannot get Shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO. Neither the standard nor the shiny variant has been made available for encounters or evolution. This means trainers can only acquire the regular version at this time.

When can you get Shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu in Pokemon GO?

Niantic typically releases shiny variants of legendary and mythical Pokemon in later events. Given the pattern, shiny Rapid Strike Urshifu will likely arrive in a future update or special event. Trainers should watch for official announcements to know when the shiny form becomes available.

Event details and availability

Rapid Strike Urshifu’s introduction is part of the Final Strike: GO Battle Week event, a key feature of the Might and Mastery season . While the standard version is now obtainable, the shiny variant remains locked for now.

Also read: Pokemon GO Final strike GO Battle Week preparation guide - All event bonuses, debuts, featured shinies, best tips, and more

For now, trainers can focus on obtaining the standard Rapid Strike Urshifu and prepare for the eventual release of its shiny counterpart. Stay tuned to official Pokemon GO updates for news on future events.