How to get Annihilape in Pokémon Go

Annihilape is the evolution of Primeape introduced in Gen 9 and made its debut in Pokémon Go during the Season of Timeless Travels. Like many new evolutions of classic Pokémon, such as Sirfetch’d, evolving Primeape into Annihilape requires meeting specific conditions in the game.

In this guide, we will explore how to obtain Annihilape in Pokémon Go, what shiny Annihilape looks like, and Annihilape’s moveset.

How to get Annihilape in Pokémon Go

To evolve Primeape into Annihilape, players must collect 100 Mankey Candy and defeat 30 Ghost or Psychic-type Pokémon while having Primeape as their buddy. It’s important to note that you do not need to defeat these Pokémon with Primeape; it simply needs to be your active buddy.

You can defeat the required Ghost or Psychic-type Pokémon in various ways, such as:

• Battling friends
• Participating in raids
• Engaging in Team Go Rocket battles
• Competing in the Go Battle League

For ease, teaming up with a friend who has Ghost or Psychic-type Pokémon can simplify the process. If you choose to raid, wait for the appropriate Pokémon to appear in the rotation. Alternatively, you can consistently find Ghost and Psychic-type Pokémon in Team Go Rocket battles or during Go Battle League matches, although the latter may require some luck.

Keep an eye on the phrases used by Team Go Rocket Grunts, as they hint at the types of Pokémon they will use:

• For Ghost-types, they might say, “Ke…ke…ke…ke…ke…ke!”
• For Psychic-types, they may ask, “Are you scared of psychics that use unseen power?”

Remember that while Primeape must be your buddy, you do not have to defeat the required Pokémon with it. You can monitor your progress by checking Primeape’s page in your Pokémon storage.

To gather the necessary Mankey Candy, consider using Pinap Berries when catching Mankey or Primeape, which will double the candy earned from each catch. You can also enhance your candy collection by using a Mega Evolved Fighting-type Pokémon or Rare Candy, although it’s advisable to save Rare Candy for rarer Pokémon. Additionally, having Mankey or Primeape as your buddy will help you passively earn candy.

What does shiny Annihilape look like in Pokémon Go?

Shiny Annihilape was released alongside its initial appearance in Pokémon Go, meaning players who already owned a shiny Mankey or Primeape could evolve it into shiny Annihilape after fulfilling the special requirements.

Unfortunately, the shiny variant of Annihilape does not have a significantly different appearance compared to its normal form, featuring only a slightly altered shade of grey. Many players express disappointment over the lack of vibrant color in its shiny form, especially given the effort required to obtain Annihilape.

Annihilape moveset in Pokémon Go

For optimal performance in battles, Annihilape’s recommended moveset includes Counter as a Fast Move and Close Combat as a Charged Move. Unlocking a second Charged Move can also be beneficial for diversifying its abilities.

Here’s Annihilape’s complete moveset:

Possible Fast Moves

• Counter (Fighting)
• Low Kick (Fighting)

Possible Charged Moves

• Close Combat (Fighting)
• Ice Punch (Ice)
• Low Sweep (Fighting)
• Night Slash (Dark)
• Shadow Ball (Ghost)

Everything we know about Annihilape

Annihilape is the third evolution in the Mankey line and first appeared in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. It represents one of several new evolutions added to classic Pokémon from previous generations, specifically from Gen 1 and Gen 2, as part of Gen 9.

The name Annihilape is derived from the word “annihilate,” highlighting its ability to overpower opponents. This connection may hint at Annihilape’s Ghost-type nature, with Primeape’s Pokédex entry in Pokémon Sun stating that it can become so enraged that it dies. Annihilape’s Pokédex entry in Pokémon Scarlet suggests that its power surpasses physical limits when its anger reaches a critical point, implying that a Primeape must succumb to its fury for Annihilape to exist.

This narrative creates a compelling link between Annihilape’s existence and themes of anger and vengeance, further enhanced by its Ghost-typing.

Good luck adding Annihilape to your Pokédex!