Pokemon Go fans have been expressing their frustration with the frequency of encountering Shiny Pokemon in the game, despite their rarity.
While it’s uncommon to encounter Shiny Pokemon in Pokemon Go, there are ways to increase the likelihood of encountering them. Numerous special Pokemon Go events with heightened Shiny odds provide dedicated players with ample opportunities to catch them.
The longevity of Pokemon Go, compared to other Pokemon games, also contributes to the increased chances of encountering Shiny Pokemon due to the extended playtime involved.
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However, not every encounter with a Shiny Pokemon is met with excitement. Some players are disappointed with repeatedly capturing the same Shiny Pokemon in the game, such as Shiny Magikarp or Gyarados.
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Pokemon Go fans are sick of seeing certain Shiny Pokemon that keep appearing
Discussion on the official Pokemon Go Reddit revolves around the Shiny Pokemon that players are tired of encountering. This was prompted by OP Careless-Comet, who shared images of all their Shiny Zigzagoon catches.
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Some players expressed their annoyance at encountering too many of the same Shiny Pokemon, such as Shiny Scyther and Buneary.
Despite the frustration, there are players who defend Shiny Pokemon, acknowledging their rarity and the effort required to encounter them in the game.
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The main culprits are Shiny Pokemon that had increased encounter rates during special events, leading to an abundance of these Pokemon in the possession of event participants.
While encountering multiple Shiny Pokemon may lead to frustration for some players, having access to them offers the opportunity to transfer them to other Pokemon games and continue the journey with these special Pokemon.
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