How to get shiny Meltan in Pokemon Go: Mystery Box explained

During the Let’s Go event, Meltan takes the spotlight as the main attraction in Pokémon Go. To join in on the shiny Meltan catching spree, here’s a guide on obtaining and utilizing the Mystery Box.

In 2018, Pokemon Go players encountered Meltan upon the launch of Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee. However, only a limited number of individuals are aware of the methods to obtain Meltan in their games outside of specific events and Research tasks.

This article provides a comprehensive guide to Meltan in Pokemon Go. It covers essential details such as the Mystery Box, its shiny variant availability, and the steps to evolve it into Melmetal.

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What is the Mystery Box in Pokemon Go?

In Pokemon Go, players have the opportunity to acquire the Mystery Box, which functions similarly to an Incense. However, unlike the Incense which attracts various Pokemon, the Mystery Box exclusively lures Meltan. This feature is somewhat akin to the recently-introduced Coin Bag featuring Gimmighoul.

Make the most of the activated Mystery Box as it will attract Meltan for 60 minutes. Remember, it has a three-day cooldown period.

The Mystery Box is like an Incense focused only on Meltan.

How to get the Mystery Box in Pokemon Go

If you haven’t transferred any of your Pokemon from the mobile game to Pokemon Home or Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu/Eevee yet, don’t worry! By doing so, you can obtain the Mystery Box in Pokemon Go.

To transfer a Pokemon to Pokemon Home, begin by downloading the app on your mobile device. It is not necessary to purchase a premium plan in order to transfer Pokemon and receive the Mystery Box. After installing the app, proceed with the following steps:

  1. To begin, launch Pokemon Go and simply tap the Poke Ball located at the bottom.
  2. Click on the Settings option located in the upper right corner of the screen.
  3. Click on ‘Connected Devices and Services’.
  4. Tap ‘Pokemon Home’.
  5. Please use the identical Nintendo Account that was used to establish Pokemon Home for signing in.

After completing the action, the ‘Sign In’ button will be substituted with the ‘Send Pokemon’ button. Whenever you want to transfer a Pokemon from Go to Home, simply tap on it and choose the desired Pokemon to send through the Go Transporter. Immediately following your initial transfer, you will receive the Mystery Box in your Item Bag.

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Please be aware that once you transfer a Pokémon from Pokémon Go to Pokémon Home, you cannot transfer it back to Pokémon Go. Therefore, it is recommended to only transfer Pokémon that you no longer wish to keep in your game.

How to catch Meltan in Pokemon Go

To obtain Meltan in Pokemon Go, the Mystery Box is the exclusive method. Once acquired in your Item Bag, simply open it to initiate a spawning session of Meltan for 60 minutes. Utilize this time to catch as many Meltan as possible before the duration elapses.

Players must wait for 60 minutes to pass before they can use the Mystery Box again. However, during certain special events, this cooldown period is shortened. Once the cooldown time is completed, players must transfer another Pokemon in order to have a fresh opportunity to catch Meltan.

To evolve Meltan into Melmetal, you’ll need 400 Candy. To maximize your Candy earnings, remember to use Pinap berries while catching Meltan. Additionally, setting Meltan as your Buddy can greatly assist in accumulating Candy.

Can Meltan be shiny in Pokemon Go?

Be on the lookout for news and announcements as Shiny Meltan, a special variant, can only be found in Pokemon Go during specific events.


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