There is a new Spotlight Hour in Pokémon GO. Let’s take a look at the contents and bonuses.
When does the Spotlight Hour start? The Spotlight Hour on January 20, 2026, starts at 6:00 PM. It ends after 60 minutes.
Which Pokémon will appear? You will encounter Brimova. It is a Psychic-type Pokémon that evolves into Brimano and Silembrim. Silembrim also has a Gigantamax form.
What bonus is active? You will receive double the amount of Candy for all Pokémon you send to the Professor during this hour.
Can Brimova be Shiny? Yes, Brimova can also be caught as Shiny in Pokémon GO. However, the Shiny rate is not increased during the Spotlight Hour, so you’ll have to hope for a lucky catch.
Is Brimova worth it in the Spotlight Hour?
How strong is Brimova? Unfortunately, Brimova itself is not particularly strong, and its evolutions are not among the strongest attackers in Pokémon GO. So if you’re only looking for top fighters, this Spotlight Hour is not for you.
However, you should keep it in mind to collect Candy for Brimova. Gigantamax Hatterene is quite useful. If you already have one, or catch one in the future, you can improve it with Candy.
Is the bonus worth it? The sending bonus is a good option to gain more Candy for Pokémon you already have and want to improve. For example, if you still have many excess Chimpep from Community Day, this is a good opportunity to gather more Candy for your strong versions.
In Pokémon GO, you can look forward to more events this week. Among other things, your buddy Pokémon will be in the spotlight: In the current event, you can catch two special Shinies and some monsters will be easier to evolve. All the info is here: Buddy Class in Pokémon GO – How to make the most of the event.
