Exciting Hoopa Unbound Raid Day Set for February 15, 2025

February 12, 2025 – Trainers around the world are gearing up for Hoopa Unbound Raid Day, scheduled for February 15, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. local time. This event marks a rare opportunity to engage with Hoopa Unbound, the elusive Psychic- and Dark-type Pokémon, which has been infrequently available since its debut in the Mischief Unbound event in November 2021.

During the Raid Day, Hoopa Unbound will feature prominently in five-star raids, encouraging Trainers to participate in multiple battles. Players can earn up to five extra Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs, allowing a total of seven passes to maximize raid participation. Additionally, the Remote Raid Pass limit will increase to 20 from February 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. PST until February 15, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. PST, further expanding the opportunities for Trainers to connect online.

For those seeking additional benefits, an event ticket priced at US$5.00 (or local currency equivalent) will be available for purchase in the in-game shop until February 15, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. local time. This ticket provides valuable bonuses for the event and enhances the raiding experience.

Hoopa Unbound boasts a Combat Power (CP) range of 2,197 to 2,289 without a weather boost, and even higher—2,746 to 2,862—with such boosts. Trainers are urged to prepare by using Bug- and Fairy-type Pokémon to counter Hoopa Unbound’s strengths, as it is vulnerable to these types of attacks, particularly Bug-type moves.

Recommended Pokémon for battling Hoopa Unbound include those equipped with effective Bug-type or Fairy-type Fast and Charged Attacks. Fast Attacks like Astonish (Ghost) and Confusion (Psychic) can aid in the fight, while Charged Attacks such as Dark Pulse (Dark), Shadow Ball (Ghost), and Psychic (Psychic) can be utilized strategically.

Despite its mixed performance in the GO Battle League, Hoopa Unbound remains one of the strongest Psychic-type attackers available in Pokémon GO. It is on par with some of the best offensive options, including Mega Pokémon and Mewtwo, making it an essential addition for players looking to bolster their Psychic-type teams.

To maximize the utility of Hoopa Unbound, Trainers should gather as much Hoopa Candy as possible to power up their Pokémon. With this Raid Day rapidly approaching, players are encouraged to strategize and prepare for an exciting in-game event. Happy mischief making, Trainers!