Discover January 2025’s Pokemon GO Raid Bosses, including 5-Star, Mega, and Shadow Raids, with tips for catching and battling!

Pokemon GO Raid Bosses allow trainers to test their mettle against tough opponents while also providing them an opportunity to catch those Pokemon. Gym Raids not only host powerful Legendary Pokemon and Mega Evolutions but also Shadow Pokemon that can push players to their limits.
Our guide provides the currently available Raid Bosses in-game. We have also hyperlinked our raid guides for the specific pocket monster which will help Pokemon GO trainers have an easier time.
Pokemon GO Current Raid Bosses list (January 2025)
We list all the current Pokemon GO Raid Bosses that trainers can encounter in-game. The article will be updated as new raid cycles begin and events start.
5-star Raids
Mega Raids
3-star Raids
- Larion
- Excadrill
- Turtonator
- Hippowdon
1-star Raids
- Lickitung^
- Skorupi^
- Pancham^
- Amaura^
Shadow Raids

Shadow Raids offer a different kind of challenge, appearing daily for 1-Star and 3-Star tiers, while 5-Star Shadow Raids are limited to weekends. Currently, you will come across these Shadow raids in Pokemon GO.
5-star Raids
- Shadow Registeel^ during weekends
3-star Raids
- Shadow Electabuzz^
- Shadow Magmar^
- Shadow Wobbuffet^
1-star Raids
- Shadow Nidoran (Female)^
- Shadow Nidoran (Male)^
- Shadow Totodile^
- Shadow Ralts^
[^ denotes Pokemon that can be a shiny encounter]
Related: How Do Remote Raids Work in Pokemon GO
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