Orthworm debuts in Pokémon Go three-star raids during Steeled Resolve event

11 articles · Updated · Eurogamer.net · Apr 27

Orthworm, a Gen 9 Steel-type from Paldea, is now available exclusively via three-star raids in Pokémon Go, with its shiny variant also released.
Players can catch Orthworm only during the Steeled Resolve event, which runs April 28 to May 4, 2026, and features boosted Steel-type spawns and new raid challenges.
The event also includes a Team GO Rocket takeover, new Shadow Pokémon, and the return of Shiny Meltan, making it a major update for collectors and battlers alike.

How can players best maximize the reduced 24-hour cooldown on the Mystery Box to hunt for shiny Meltan?

Is the paid Deluxe GO Pass worth its price for the exclusive rewards during the Steel Resolve event?

What is the best strategy to hunt for the new Shadow Landorus during the Team GO Rocket takeover?

Which of the four new Shadow Pokémon will have the biggest impact on Pokémon GO's battle meta?

Does locking the new shiny Varoom behind 12km eggs create an unfair pay-to-win advantage for players?

Does bundling so many features into one week risk overwhelming Pokémon GO's more casual player base?