Prepare to strike gold as mass outbreaks of Pokémon are popping up in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. From Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. PDT to Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 4:59 p.m. PDT, you’ll be able to find groups of Wiglett, Growlithe, and Swablu throughout various locations. Shiny Pokémon are more likely to appear in these special mass outbreaks, and all of them share a luxurious-looking golden hue. Look for the following Pokémon in these locations.

• Paldea – Wiglett

• Kitakami – Growlithe

• Blueberry Academy – Swablu

Mass outbreaks are a phenomenon in which many of the same species of Pokémon appear in one location. To participate in mass outbreak events, you will need to download the latest Poké Portal News and install the latest update data for your game.

Go for the gold during this mass outbreak event, Trainers!