The Rarest Pokémon in Pokémon Go You Need to Know About in 2024

Pokemon GO’s vast world is teeming with creatures to catch, but some prove to be far more elusive than others. Whether they’re regional exclusives, Mythical rarities, or limited-time event appearances, rare Pokemon’s require dedication, strategy, and more than just plain luck to add to your collection.

And in this guide I will introduce you to the top 20 rarest Pokemon in the Pokemon Go world. Beyond that, I will also discuss the methods to catch them and complete your Pokedex.

Part 1: Top 20 Rarest Pokemon In Pokemon Go

Here’s a comprehensive look at the top 20 rarest Pokemon you might encounter in 2024, along with details to aid you in your quest:

Pokemon	Gallery	Type	Rarity Factor	Evolution (Candy Cost)	How to Catch/Obtain
Mr. Mime (Galarian)		Ice/Psychic	Regional (Europe)	–	Search near landmarks and points of interest in European countries. Increased spawns during events like Fashion Week.
Tauros	>	Normal	Regional (North America)	–	Look for it in open areas, parks, and farms in North America. More common during clear weather conditions.
Kangaskhan		Normal	Regional (Australia)	–	Explore natural habitats, wildlife sanctuaries, and open areas in Australia.
Farfetch’d (Galarian)		Fighting	Regional (Asia)	Sirfetch’d (50 Candy + 10 Excellent Throws)	Spot it near parks, gardens, and forests in Asian countries. Look for its leek weapon!
Pansage/Pansear/Panpour		Grass/Fire/Water	Regional (Varying)	Simisage/Simisear/Simipour (50 Candy + Unova Stone)	Pansage: Asia-Pacific. Pansear: Europe, Middle East, Africa, India. Panpour: Americas, Greenland. Seek their elemental habitats (forests, volcanoes, water).
Mew		Psychic	Mythical	–	Complete the “A Mythical Discovery” Special Research questline.
Celebi		Psychic/Grass	Mythical	–	Complete the “A Ripple in Time” Special Research questline.
Jirachi		Steel/Psychic	Mythical	–	Complete the “Thousand-Year Slumber” Special Research questline.
Meltan		Steel	Mythical	Melmetal (400 Candy)	Open the Mystery Box from Pokemon Let’s Go or Pokemon HOME. The box can be reopened after a cooldown period.
Genesect		Bug/Steel	Mythical (Raid/Event)	–	Participate in EX Raids (invite-only) or special events.
Pikachu Libre		Electric	Event-Exclusive	–	Compete and reach a high rank in the GO Battle League during specific seasons.
Armored Mewtwo	>	Psychic	Event-Exclusive (Raid)	–	Available only during limited-time raid events.
Party Hat/Flower Crown Pokemon		Varies	Event-Exclusive	Varies (if applicable)	Participate in holiday or seasonal events for a chance to catch them.
Shiny Ditto		Normal	Shiny Variant	–	Catch Ditto in the wild—it might transform into a shiny!
Shiny Unown		Psychic	Shiny Variant	–	Extremely rare. Hatch eggs, participate in raids, or check special events.
Shiny Meltan		Steel	Shiny Variant (Mystery Box)	N/A (Shiny form remains when evolved)	Open the Mystery Box and hope for a shiny encounter!
Axew		Dragon	Low Spawn Rate	Fraxure (25 Candy) -> Haxorus (100 Candy)	Hatch 10km eggs, participate in raids, or find it in the wild (extremely rare).
Sandile		Ground/Dark	Low Spawn Rate	Krokorok (25 Candy) -> Krookodile (100 Candy)	Hatch 12km eggs or look for it in dry, desert-like areas during sunny weather.
Noibat		Flying/Dragon	Low Spawn Rate	Noivern (400 Candy)	Hatch 10km eggs or search for it at night, especially near bodies of water.

Part 2: How to Get The Rarest Pokemon In Pokemon Go Faster

Method 1: Spoof Your Location To Pokemon Rich Regions

As the above table of rare Pokemon reveals, many coveted creatures in Pokemon Go are bound by geography. Whether it’s the European charm of Mr. Mime (Galarian), the American swagger of Tauros, or the elusive regional variants like Pansage and its fiery counterpart Pansear, these Pokemon are often locked behind regional borders. Furthermore, even those rare Pokemon that aren’t region-exclusive, like Axew or Sandile, can have incredibly low spawn rates, making them nearly impossible to find in certain areas. And that’s where a location spoofer can come in handy.

iWhere iPhone Location Changer allows you to effortlessly change your device’s GPS location, granting you access to region-exclusive Pokémon like Tauros in North America or Farfetch’d in Asia. But, unlike most location spoofers in the market, iWhere doesn’t stop there.

Also, iWhere provided you with a range of movement modes to enhance your gameplay. From one-stop mode to multi-stop mode and joystick mode, this tool allows you to  spoof your location at a customizable speed, plan a route with multiple stops, simulate realistic movement, and do lots more.

Key Features of iWhere:

• Catch region-exclusive Pokémon like Tauros and Farfetch’d by changing your location with a single click Modify Location Mode.
• Utilize the One-Stop, Multi-Stop, or Joystick Mode with customizable walking speeds to simulate movement and hatch eggs faster.
• Import/export GPX files with your friends
• Adjustable speeds (cycling, walking, or driving) and realistic fluctuations to avoid detection by Niantic.

Step 1: Install the iWhere iPhone Location Changer app on your computer and run the app. Then, hit the “Start” button.

Step 2: Connect your iPhone to the computer using a compatible USB cable. Then, choose  “Joystick Mode” as the preferred mode to modify your locationnon Pokemon Go.

Step 3: Once “Joystick Mode” is activated, you need to choose the mode you’d like to use to navigate the iWhere map in joystick mode.  iWhere supports “Free Mode” and “Mouse Mode”.

• Free Mode allows you to modify location using your computer’s keyboard, while the “Mouse Mode” allows you to modify location using your computer’s cursor.

• Finally, click “Start Move” to teleport to anywhere on the map immediately.

Method 2: Join Special Game Events

From Community Days spotlighting specific Pokemon to global events like Pokemon GO Fest, these limited-time occurrences often bring forth the rare and even exclusive creatures we have discussed.

First of all, special game events dramatically increase your chances of encountering rare and sought-after Pokemon. For example, during the last Fashion Week event, the stylish Furfrou made its debut, and trainers even encountered a rare shiny version. Community Days, on the other hand, always focus on a single Pokemon, boosting its spawn rate and offering increased shiny odds. Take Pikachu Libre, for instance, the costumed Pikachu was only available during a specific GO Battle League season.

How to Get Informed about Special Game Events:

• In-Game News from the “News” or the “Today View” section
• Pokemon Go’s official social channels: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
• Community Websites: Reddit, LeenDuck, Pokemon Go Hub.

Remember, even during events, rare Pokemon distribution can vary. A Pikachu might be plentiful in one area but scarce in another. And that’s where iWhere iPhone Location Changer can help you virtually travel to event hotspots and increase your odds of catching those elusive creatures.

Method 3: Increase your Trainer Level

In Pokémon GO, your Trainer Level is crucial for accessing rarer Pokémon. At Level 30, you unlock a broader range of wild Pokémon spawns, including some considered rare. For instance, Dragon-types like Axew and Deino, with low spawn rates, become more attainable at this level. Additionally, higher Trainer Levels may be needed to engage in specific raid battles or Field Research encounters, enhancing your chances of obtaining valuable rewards.

How to Level Up Faster:

• Catch Pokemon: Each capture will grant you experience points (XP). Use Lucky Eggs to double your XP gain for 30 minutes.
• Evolve Pokemon: Evolving Pokemon provides a substantial amount of XP, especially when you combine it with Lucky Eggs.
• Hatch Eggs: Hatching eggs of different distances rewards you with XP and potentially rare Pokemon.
• Participate in Raids and Gym Battles: These activities offer significant XP rewards, especially once you defeat powerful opponents.
• Complete Research Tasks: Daily and Special Research tasks will grant XP upon completion.
• Make Friends and Send Gifts: Friendship levels can grant XP bonuses.

Method 4: Use Incense & Lure Modules

Incense, a personal Pokemon attractant, and Lure Modules, which benefit all trainers near a PokéStop, offer distinct advantages in your quest for rare Pokemon. Strategically using these items, often acquired through leveling up and event participation, can significantly increase your chances of encountering elusive creatures.

Method 5: Use your Daily Adventure Incense Every Day

When it comes to incense, there are two types: standard and Daily Adventure Incense. Both are essential for attracting rare Pokémon and can be obtained through leveling up, events, and daily bonuses. While standard incense attracts various Pokémon for 30 minutes, Daily Adventure Incense is designed to draw rare and legendary Pokémon for 15 minutes each day, offering a unique advantage.

Tips for Maximizing Daily Adventure Incense:

• Walk While Using It: Walk, jog, or bike while it’s active to attract more Pokémon.
• Combine with Events: During special events, using Daily Adventure Incense can increase your chances of finding event-specific or shiny Pokémon.
• Don’t Forget: Remember, Daily Adventure Incense resets at midnight local time. Make it a habit to activate it daily for rare Pokémon encounters.
• Location Spoofing: If you’re in an area with limited Pokémon, consider using iWhere to virtually transport to a richer Pokémon location while using incense, boosting your chances of finding rare Pokémon.

Method 6: Use Remote Raid Passes for 5-Star Raids

While exploring with incense can yield exciting encounters, some of the rarest Pokémon in Pokémon GO are exclusive to Raids. Legendary Pokémon like Mewtwo, Genesect, and regional Legendaries often appear as challenging raid bosses.

Remote Raid Passes, acquired through leveling up or special events, allow you to join these raids from anywhere with a stable internet connection. For instance, if you’re after Genesect, a potent Bug/Steel-type Pokémon, you can use a Remote Raid Pass to participate in raids held in regions like North America, Europe, or Asia, where it’s been featured more frequently.

Method 7: Hatch Eggs

Hatching eggs offers a distinct way to acquire rare Pokémon you may not encounter in the wild. Pokémon like Axew, Sandile, and Noibat, featured in our Top 20 list, are often found in 10km and 12km eggs. Making egg hatching a key part of your collection strategy can lead to exciting discoveries.

To speed up egg hatching, consider using iWhere iPhone location changer. With this tool, you can hatch multiple eggs without leaving your current location, maximizing your efficiency in acquiring new Pokémon.

Method 8: Earn Catch Bonus Medals

In Pokémon GO, each Pokémon belongs to one or more types, such as Fire, Water, or Dragon. Corresponding to each type is a Catch Bonus Medal, which rewards you for catching more Pokémon of that type. These medals aren’t just decorative—they boost your catch rate for that specific type.

For example, if you’re on the hunt for the elusive Dragon-type Axew, having a high-level Dragon-type medal can greatly improve your chances of catching it when you find it. This principle applies to other rare Pokémon like Sandile (Ground/Dark) or Noibat (Flying/Dragon) as well.

Type-Specific Medals with Catch Bonuses:

Additionally, note that the catch bonus rewards you in a cumulative fashion, so if you have a Gold Bug Catcher Medal and a Silver Poison Medal as well, you’ll have a +2.5 bonus when trying to catch a Venonat (Bug/Poison).

Method 9: Complete Your Special Research Quest

Special Research quests come with a series of challenging tasks, but believe me, the rewards are well worth the effort. In fact, you can obtain some of the most elusive Pokemon in the game, like Mythical Pokemon like Mew, Celebi, and Jirachi, only by completing these unique questlines. For instance, completing the “A Mythical Discovery” Special Research questline rewards you with an encounter with the elusive Mew.

FAQs

Q: What is the rarest exclusive Pokemon in Pokemon GO?

The rarest exclusive list in Pokemon Go will vary depending on your location and the current events. Still, as shared above, some consistently rare and exclusive Pokemon include:

• Regional Exclusives like Mr. Mime (Galarian), Tauros, Kangaskhan, and Farfetch’d (Galarian).
• Mythical Pokemon like Mew, Celebi, Jirachi, Meltan, and Melmetal (only obtainable through special research tasks or limited game events.
• Event-Exclusive Pokemon like Pikachu Libre and Armored Mewtwo.

Q: What is the hardest Pokemon to get in Pokemon GO?

While there is no consensus, most members in the Pokemon Go communities agree that these are the hardesh find, given they have low spawn rates, exclusive availability, and often have challenging evolution requirements:

• Shiny versions of already rare Pokemon, like Shiny Ditto or Shiny Meltan.
• Melmetal (evolved from Meltan) or Haxorus (evolved from Axew) — challenging to obtain because of their pre-evolutions and require a large number of candies.

Conclusion

Every egg hatched, every raid completed, and every location virtually using iWhere explored will bring you closer to completing your Pokédex and achieving your Pokémon GO goals. So, get out there (or stay in with iWhere!), explore the world, and start completing your Pokedex by collecting the rarest Pokemon shared in the list.