How to get Inkay in Pokemon Go: Evolution & can it be shiny?

Inkay is a Pokemon with a unique evolution method, and players want to know how to accomplish this in Pokemon Go. So, here’s everything you need to know about Inkay and how to evolve it into Malamar.

When it comes to evolution methods, Inkay stands out, even in Pokemon Go. The Revolving Pokemon is a rare spawn in the mobile game, and its unique evolution method was translated to the mobile experience in the best possible way, although it might not be very intuitive for some trainers.

Here’s how to get Inkay in Pokemon Go, including how to evolve it and its shiny availability in Niantic’s title.

• How to get Inkay in Pokemon Go
• Is shiny Inkay available in Pokemon Go?
• Inkay evolution in Pokemon Go

How to catch Inkay in Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go trainers can catch Inkay in the wild, although it’s a rare spawn usually tied to special events. However, you will have boosted chances of encountering an Inkay during the Pokemon Go Fest 2024 Global event.

We’ll make sure to update this page if Niantic adds other methods to get Inkay in Pokemon Go.

Can Inkay be shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, shiny Inkay is available in Pokemon Go, so you might encounter one in the wild if you’re lucky and you explore enough during the events it’s boosted in.

How to evolve Inkay into Malamar in Pokemon Go

To evolve Inkay into Malamar in Pokemon Go, trainers have to turn their mobile device upside down and spend 50 Inkay Candy. This is the same method used in Pokemon X and Y, when Inkay first debuted in the 3DS games.

If your mobile device doesn’t have a gyroscope, you’ll be able to evolve Inkay without needing to turn your phone upside down.

And that’s a wrap on Inkay’s evolution method and shiny availability in Pokemon Go. Want to know more about the game? Here are our current Spotlight Hour and Raid Schedules to boost your chances to get rare and powerful Pokemon. And here’s how to beat Shadow Raikou and Mega Alakazam Raids.