Pokémon GO history · #0034
Nidoking in Pokémon GO.
Every recorded Nidoking raid run in Pokémon GO with its dates and tier, and when its Shiny arrived.
Shiny release
The first Shiny in the Nidoran♂ family appeared on July 4, 2019.
- Nidoran♂
- Shadow
- Nidorino and Nidoking by encounter
Raid history
| Dates | Raid | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 22 to May 5, 2026 | 3-star | Regular rotation |
| Feb 10 to Feb 15, 2026 | 3-starCrown | Valentine's Day 2026 |
| May 10 to May 18, 2025 | 3-starCrown | Crown Clash |
| Mar 1 to Mar 19, 2024 | 3-star | Regular rotation |
| Feb 8 to Feb 15, 2023 | 3-star | Valentine's Day |
| Jan 1 to Jan 10, 2023 | 3-star | Regular rotation |
| Jul 1 to Jul 7, 2022 | 3-star | Regular rotation |
| Feb 10 to Feb 15, 2022 | 3-star | Valentine's Day |
| Nov 7 to Nov 14, 2019 | 4-star | Team GO Rocket Leader Disruption |
| Nov 4, 2017 to Feb 9, 2018 | 4-star | Regular rotation |
Common questions.
Can Nidoking be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes. The first Shiny in the Nidoran♂ family appeared in Pokémon GO on July 4, 2019.
When was Nidoking last a raid boss in Pokémon GO?
Nidoking was last in 3-star raids from April 22, 2026 to May 5, 2026.
What kind of raids has Nidoking appeared in?
Nidoking has appeared in 4-star raids, first on November 4, 2017; 3-star raids, first on February 10, 2022.