Gigantamax Pokémon They are massive and powerful forms of Pokémon in Pokémon Go.
Similar to Pokémon Dynamax, which also debuted in the main games as part of Pokémon Sword and ShieldIn the Galar region, Gigantamax Pokémon are found in Max Battles.
But while Dynamax forms only increase a Pokémon's size, the more powerful Gigantamax transformation also changes their appearance and grants them unique G-Max moves.
This page explains how Gigantamax Pokémon work in Pokémon Go and how to get more Gigantamax Pokémon, also includes the list of all Gigantamax Pokémon confirmed so far.
What are Gigantamax Pokémon?
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These higher level encounters, found in Power Spots during certain periods, are some of the most challenging in Pokémon Go and require a large number of people to battle.
Once captured, Gigantamax Pokémon can be used in Max Battles, including against Dynamax Pokémon and other Gigantamax Pokémon.
You can tell a Gigantamax Pokémon at a glance by the unique symbol in your collection or by the Pokémon's statistics screen, which has a “Gigantamax” drop-down menu below its weight, height, and typing information, as shown in the image below. above.
Just like in Dynamax Pokémon, in addition to the standard fast and charged moves, there will be three max moves to unlock, including a G-Max attack exclusive to that form.
How to get Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Go
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At the moment, You can only get Gigantamax Pokémon in Max Battles. – first fighting and then trapping them in the next capture phase.
Gigantamax Pokémon are considered 'six-star' encounters due to their difficulty, and as such can be battled with up to 40 players at a time (although with trainers divided into teams of four, as shown in the image above) . Even with the largest number of players, be sure to get your best counters to the highest levels to put up a decent fight.
As with all Max Battles, only Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon can be used in these encounters. Gigantamax battles also require the entry of Max Particles, which costs 800 MP upon completion (meaning if you fail, your entry fee will be refunded).
Gigantamax Pokémon will also appear only in Power Spots for a limited time, usually during weekends or special events. You can see the upcoming Gigantamax schedule at the bottom of this page.
Gigantamax Battle Rewards
Once the encounter is completed, you will receive the following as a reward:
- experience
- Consumable items (including products like Golden Razz Berries and XL Candy)
- Premier Balls (used to catch the Gigantamax Pokémon you just fought)
As with Dynamax Max Battles, you can double the rewards, including the number of Premier Balls to be used in the next capture phase, using PokéCoins.
And, just like in Dynamax Mx Battles, you will be able to:
- You can place a Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon on the Power Spotwho will then help others in their Max Battles for a limited time before returning to you. If it is a Gigantamax Pokémon, then there will be a chance that Dynamax Pokémon can appear around that Power Spot.
- The chance to catch the Gigantamax Pokémon you fought in Max Battleusing the set number of Premier Balls offered, before fleeing.
List and schedule of Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Go
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The confirmed list of Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Go so far they include:
- Gigantamax Venusaur (will appear on October 26 and 27)
- Gigantamax Charizard (will appear on October 26 and 27)
- Gigantamax Blastoise (appearing October 26-27)
- Gigantamax Gengar (will appear from October 31 to November 3 as part of the Halloween event)
- Gigantamax Toxtricity (appearing November 23-24 as part of the Go Wild Area: Global event)