How to get Volcanion in Pokemon GO, and can it be shiny?

Volcanion in Pokemon GO is debuting during Pokemon GO Fest 2025. This Mythical Pokemon, appropriately called the Steam Pokemon, is the only one so far with a dual Fire/Water type combo. It made its debut in the Generation VI games, where it was distributed to players through online events. This marks a similarity to how this Legendary is making its debut in Pokemon GO.

This article will provide further information about how players can get Volcanion in Pokemon GO, and whether it can be shiny.

How to get Volcanion in Pokemon GO

Trainers who attend any of the in-person events at Osaka (May 29-June 1, 2025), Jersey City (June 6-8, 2025), and Paris (June 13-15, 2025) will get a ticket to Special Research that will reward players with Volcanion. Others can get access to the Research at the Pokemon GO Fest Global (June 28-29, 2025).

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Volcanion can be encountered only through Special Research available to ticket holders at the Pokemon GO Fest 2025 and the Pokemon GO Fest Global. It is important to note that players can only encounter a single Volcanion from these Special Research, even if they attend multiple GO Fest events.

If a player completes more than one Special Research, they will be rewarded with Volcanion Candy after completing any attempts following the first instead of any further encounters.

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Can Volcanion be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Volcanion and its shiny form (Image via TPC)

No. At this moment, players cannot encounter a shiny Volcanion in Pokemon GO. This is quite common as shiny Pokemon are rarely released alongside their base form on debut. Players should expect shiny Volcanion to debut later down the line.

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About the author

Akash Sil is an Esports and Gaming writer at Sportskeeda with a focus on covering Pokemon — a world he says he wouldn't mind living in, "alongside the wonderful creatures ranging from cute to dangerous."

Despite earning a Masters of Applied Chemistry, a passion for writing and a desire to be part of the gaming industry steered him towards this role. Among industry notables, he is inspired by Jason Schreier's investigative journalism.

In his spare time, Akash enjoys reading comic books.

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Edited by Aatreyee Aich