If you’ve been lured back to playingPokemon GOby the introduction of Gen 9Pokemon, you may notice a few things have changed since you last logged in. The basic gameplay loop ofPokemon GOremains unchanged, but if you’ve been away for a while, you may be overwhelmed by all the new additions and quests. Fortunately, if you’re wondering what is a Wormhole inPokemon GO? That’s easily answered.
If you’re curious about the shinyGold Pokestopsthat are about, we have a guide for that as well.
What is a Wormhole in Pokemon GO? Answered
You may encounter Wormholes on your travels, and they function very similarly to Raids. StandardPokemonRaids always appear on a Pokestop with a giant Egg on top and a countdown. Wormholes will appear in the same places, but the big difference is that they count down to an Ultra Beast’s appearance.
If your response to that last sentence was “an Ultra, what?” Ultra Beasts were introduced to thePokemonseries in Gen VII. They aren’t called UltraPokemonbecause they are creatures from another dimension, hence the wormhole. Despite their origins, you can capture Ultra Beasts like you would a standard RaidPokemon. As with any Raid, once you’ve defeated the Beast in battle, you have a few chances to catch it. RaidPokemonare typically very hard to secure, so it’s worth spending a fewGolden Razz Berriesto make capturing them easier.
If you’ve not Raided before, these battles are designed to be tackled with a team. Typically, raiders will show up the moment the Raid goes live. You can see if anyone is waiting for the fight without spending a Raid Pass by tapping on thePokemon. If nobody is there, it’s worth saving your pass for another time, as you usually won’t have much luck alone.
How many Ultra Beasts are inPokemon GO?
At the time of writing, there are seven Ultra Beasts inPokemon GO, all obtainable from Wormholes. These include the following:
Most of these Ultra Beasts used to have restrictions on them, with many being tied to limited events. Now, these creatures are far more accessible, although you still need to defeat a 5-star Raid to get them.
If you’re dipping your toes into the Paldean Adventure quest and are wondering what path to pick,check out our guide.
Anthony Yates
Anthony is a freelance writer for PC Invasion and has worked in the industry for four years. He’s furiously competitive and is always looking for the next big multiplayer hit. Anthony thrives in high-stakes games like Escape From Tarkov and Sea of Thieves. He is also passionate about speedrunning and always looks forward to the next GDQ and ESA events. When he’s not grinding leaderboards, Anthony enjoys visiting Arcades, retro gaming, and horror movies.
