If you were running out of things to do in Pokémon Go, then you're in luck, as we've entered a new Raids schedule that sees Regirock added to the roster - and we've got when you can battle them and what counters to use so you don't miss out.

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Alongside Diancie, this season is shaping up to be particularly rocky - though with our tactics, it should be plain sailing!

Even though you may have battled Regirock in Ruby and Sapphire, things will be different now than they were in the third generation, when they were first introduced alongside Regice and Registeel.

But with only a short window of opportunity to catch them, we won't keep you waiting. Read on to see when and how to battle Regirock in Pokémon Go!

When is Regirock in Pokémon Go Raid Battles? Start date and time

The Regirock 5-Star Raid period started 10am BST on Thursday 16th May.

Better get busy, then, and get out there and catch them!

You'll have until 23rd May to catch them! 10am local time will be the official end time.

What are Regirock's weaknesses in Pokémon Go?

Being a Rock-type Pokémon, Regirock is weak against Grass, Water, Fighting, Steel and Ground attacks.

However, the most effective types of attacks to use against the titan are Water and Grass. They'll do the most damage and help you survive those charged moves!

Best counters against Regirock in Pokémon Go

So, now we know which elements he's weak against, which are the best Pokémon to send against Regirock?

We're looking for strong Water and Grass Pokémon, so Gyarados, Swampert and Exeggutor are all a good bet.

Machamp, Torterra, Kyogre, Groudon and Roserade are all good shouts too.

The moves you'll want to use are the hefty Water and Grass attacks, like Water Gun, Hydro Cannon, Waterfall, Surf, Razor Leaf, Frenzy Plant, Vine Whip and Solar Beam.

We wish you the best of luck getting Regirock on your team!

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Ben Huxley, RadioTimes.com contributor
Ben HuxleyFreelance Writer

Ben Huxley is a freelance contributor to Radio Times, with bylines also in TechRadar, WhatCulture, GAMINGbible, and Live Science. A writer of fiction, too, he has a few short stories published and a novel on the way. He has a BA in English Literature, and an MA in creative writing.

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