Pokémon Go enthusiasts eagerly await the monthly Spotlight Hours, a series of special events occurring every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7 pm local time. These condensed events, resembling miniature Community Days, put the spotlight on a particular Pokémon species by increasing their spawn rates and offering enticing bonuses such as double capture XP or Candy.

The number of Spotlight Hours in any given month varies based on the calendar, typically ranging from four to five. Additionally, the featured Pokémon and accompanying bonuses change weekly to keep the gameplay fresh and exciting. These events often complement ongoing themes or events, providing opportunities to catch related Pokémon.

For October, although there isn’t a specific theme, players can enjoy capturing Pokémon like Binacle and Doduo while benefiting from various bonuses. Pokémon that can appear as Shiny during their respective Spotlight Hour will be marked with an asterisk.

It’s important to note that alongside Spotlight Hours, players can also partake in Raid hours and other events happening weekly, even if they aren’t directly tied to the Spotlight Hour theme. Pokémon Go continues to offer engaging and diverse experiences for trainers every month.