On February 18, 2025, Pokémon enthusiasts will have an exceptional chance to engage in a unique gaming experience. During this designated hour, from 6 to 7 pm local time, players can immerse themselves in catching the elusive Inkay. This event not only offers double XP rewards but also provides an excellent opportunity to trigger evolution conditions for other Pokémon that are typically more challenging to achieve.

The spotlight on Inkay presents an ideal scenario for advancing your collection. Despite already owning Inkay or its evolved form, Malamar, capturing multiple instances of this squid-like creature is highly beneficial. The increased spawn rate during this special hour means you can easily accumulate catches needed for evolving other Pokémon. For instance, evolving Pancham requires befriending it and then catching a specific number of Dark-type Pokémon, while Galarian Slowking necessitates befriending Galarian Slowpoke and catching several Psychic-type Pokémon. Inkay, being both Dark- and Psychic-type, perfectly fits these requirements.

This event offers a golden opportunity to fill gaps in your Pokédex and enhance your competitive edge. Activating Mega Evolutions for certain Pokémon during this period boosts the drop rates of Candy XL, making it easier to gather resources for powerful evolutions. Whether you aim to build a formidable Malamar for Ultra League battles or complete your collection with elusive Pokémon like Pangoro or Galarian Slowking, this Spotlight Hour is not to be missed. Embrace the excitement and challenge, as such opportunities may not arise frequently.