How to find Unown in Pokemon Go & can it be Shiny?

Finding Unown in Pokemon Go can be quite challenging, especially for players who are not typically involved in in-game events.

Despite not being considered the strongest or most uncommon Pokémon, it still poses a challenge when attempting to catch elusive creatures like Larvesta, Kecleon, and Zygarde. Its rarity makes it difficult to track down, especially in its Shiny form.

We have compiled a list of the best advice for obtaining Unown in Pokemon Go. This includes the various forms that are available and the likelihood of obtaining a Shiny version of each Unown.

How to Obtain Unown in Pokemon Go

While it is possible for trainers to encounter Unown in the wild, the chances of actually encountering one are extremely low. According to reports, they tend to appear in hard-to-reach areas. Therefore, relying on wild encounters is not a dependable way of catching Unown. It is much more advisable to attend events in order to track them down.

During events such as the New York, Madrid, and Sendai Go Fest 2024, certain Unown letters and symbols were featured as encounters in all types of habitats. Additionally, Unown can also be found in regular events like the Psychic Spectacular in 2023, as well as special Egg events.

Keeping an eye out for upcoming events to see if Unown will be a featured encounter is the best approach, rather than relying solely on luck.

It is important to mention that Unown is listed as a single entry in the Pokedex, even though it has 28 different forms – one for each letter of the alphabet, as well as a question mark and an exclamation point.

Shiny Unown in Pokemon Go

Shiny Unown can appear in Pokemon Go, but not all of its forms have the potential to be Shiny. The best chance to obtain a Shiny Unown is during special events, so it is recommended to check the community calendar for any upcoming events featuring the specific form you are looking to add to your collection.

Currently, there is a comprehensive list of all the Shiny Unown forms that can be currently found.

A
B
C
D
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F
G
H
I
J
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
IN
IN
X
AND
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Currently, Shiny versions of K, Q, W, and Z are not available in Pokemon Go. If these Shiny forms are added in the future, we will update this guide accordingly. It is possible that there could be an Unown Community Day, but this is just speculation.

If you enjoy hunting for rare Pokemon in Pokemon Go, be sure to check out our guides on catching Kecleon and Larvesta as well. These creatures are equally as intriguing as Unown in their scarcity and are essential for any collectors.