Pokémon GO Unveils Exciting May 2025 Lineup with Lake Trio Return

May 2025 promises a thrilling month for Pokémon GO players with a packed schedule of events. The highlight is the much-anticipated return of the Lake Trio, appearing in 5-Star Raids across various regions.

What’s Planned for Pokémon GO in May 2025?

Kicking off the month, Tapu Fini takes center stage in Five-Star Raids from May 1 to May 12, featuring the exclusive move Nature’s Madness and a chance to encounter its Shiny form.

Starting May 12, the Lake Trio makes a global comeback. Uxie appears in the Asia-Pacific, Mesprit in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, and Azelf in the Americas and Greenland.

Following the Lake Trio, Tapu Bulu enters Five-Star Raids from May 25 to June 3, 2025, also showcasing Nature’s Madness and a Shiny variant.

Mega Raids bring more excitement with Mega Houndoom available from May 1 to 12, followed by Mega Gyarados from May 12 to 25, and Mega Altaria from May 25 to June 3.

Event Highlights for May 2025

The Growing Up event runs from May 2 to 7, paired with a Mega Kangaskhan Raid Day on May 3. Crown Clash takes place from May 10 to 18, with a Dynamax Suicune Max Battle Weekend on May 10 and 11.

Community Day is set for May 11, with the featured Pokémon yet to be revealed. Crown Clash: Taken Over follows from May 14 to 18, and a Shadow Raid Day arrives on May 17.

From May 21 to 27, Final Strike: GO Battle Week takes over, with the May Community Day Classic on May 24. The month wraps up on May 25 with a Gigantamax Machamp Max Battle Day.

Visit their Instagram for more event details. Download the game from the Google Play Store if you haven’t yet.

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