How to get Mimikyu in Pokémon Go

Key Points:

• Mimikyu, a Ghost and Fairy-type Pokémon from Gen 7 known for disguising itself as Pikachu, has arrived in Pokémon Go to celebrate April Fools Day 2026, spawning throughout the day on April 1st with higher rates during Pikachu's Spotlight Hour from 6pm to 7pm local time.
• Players who cannot play on April Fools Day can still obtain Mimikyu by reaching Rank 30 on the A Shockingly Good Time Go Pass by April 6th at 8pm local time, with no daily Go Point limit from April 4th to April 6th to help players reach this rank.
• Mimikyu has two forms in battle: Disguised Form and Busted Form; Busted Form activates after being hit by a Charged Attack, acting as a hidden shield that negates damage but lowers Mimikyu's Defense for the remainder of the battle.
• Shiny Mimikyu is not currently available in Pokémon Go, but when released, it will feature a unique black and white design distinct from shiny Pikachu, reflecting its ghostly nature rather than Pikachu's usual coloring.
• The event coincides with the ongoing A Shockingly Good Time event and other Pokémon Go features like the Pressure Rising Special Research quest, Go Battle League, and Remote Trading, encouraging players to engage with multiple aspects of the game.