Gigantamax Pokémon are massive, powerful forms of Pokémon in Pokémon Go. Similar to Dynamax Pokémon, which were introduced in the main series of games set in the Galar region in Pokémon Sword and Shield, Gigantamax Pokémon can be encountered in Max Battles.
However, while the Dynamax form simply increases a Pokémon’s size, the more powerful Gigantamax transformation also changes their appearance and grants them unique G-Max moves.
We are trying to explain the mechanics of Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Go and want to provide tips for obtaining more Gigantamax Pokémon, along with a complete list of all recognized Gigantamax Pokémon to date.
Gigantamax Pokémon shares many traits with Dynamax Pokémon, serving as an alternative form available in Max Battles. As a result, you cannot Gigantamax Pokémon that you already have in your inventory, even if they are Dynamax Pokémon.
These unique encounters can be found at Power Spots during certain time periods, and they are among the toughest challenges in Pokémon Go, requiring a large number of trainers to join in. Once captured, Gigantamax Pokémon can participate in Max Battles, which include fights against both Dynamax Pokémon and other Gigantamax Pokémon.
Spotting a Gigantamax Pokémon is easy; simply look for the special symbol in your collection or check the Pokémon’s stats screen, where you’ll find a “Gigantamax” dropdown located under their weight, height, and type details, as shown in the previous image.
Just like Dynamax Pokémon, you can unlock three Max Moves in addition to the standard Fast and Charged moves, including a special G-Max attack unique to that form. At the moment, the only way to obtain Gigantamax Pokémon is through Max Battles—first you battle them and then you can capture them using the catchphrase that follows. Because of their challenge level, Gigantamax Pokémon are classified as ‘six star encounters,’ allowing up to 40 players to take them on at the same time (though trainers will be split into teams of four, as shown in the previous image).
Even with this larger capacity, make sure to bring your best counters at their maximum levels for a fair fight, as reports from The Silph Road subreddit during the launch weekend suggested that in some instances, 20-30 trainers were not enough.
In all Max Battles, only Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon are allowed. To participate in Gigantamax battles, you need Max Particles, which cost 800 MP each time you enter (if you don’t win, you’ll get your entry fee back).
If you’re looking to boost your Max Particles, during the first two Gigantamax weekends (October 26th-27th and from October 31st-November 1st), by attending a Gigantamax meetup hosted by a local Community Ambassador on the Campfire app which will earn you 800 Max Particles.
This reward is expected to be available on future weekends as well, so make sure to log into Campfire ahead of time. Gigantamax Pokémon will only appear at Power Spots for a limited time, usually on weekends or during special events. You can check the upcoming Gigantamax schedule at the bottom of this page.
Gigantamax Battle Rewards
After finishing the battle, you’ll receive the following rewards:
- 25,000 XP
- Consumable items (such as Golden RazzBerries and XL Candy)
- Premier Balls (to catch the Gigantamax Pokémon you just faced)
Just like in Dynamax Max Battles, you can double your rewards—including the number of Premier Balls for the next catch phase—by spending PokéCoins.
Additionally, similar to Dynamax Max Battles, you will have the chance to:
- Place a Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in the Power Spot, which will assist others in their Max Battles temporarily before returning to you. If this Pokémon is Gigantamax, there’s a chance that Dynamax Pokémon may appear around that Power Spot.
- Capture the Gigantamax Pokémon you battled in the Max Battle, using the Premier Balls you received, before it has a chance to escape.
A list of Gigantamax Pokémon and the schedule in Pokémon Go
So far, the set of definitely available Gigantamax Pokémon’s list has these following names:
- Gigantamax Venusaur (appearing Oct. 26-27)
- Gigantamax Charizard (appearing Oct. 26-27)
- Gigantamax Blastoise (appearing Oct. 26-27)
- Gigantamax Gengar (appearing Oct. 31-Nov. 3 as part of the Halloween event)
- Gigantamax Toxtricity (appearing Nov. 23-24 as part of the Go Wild Area: Global event)
If you can’t make it to any of the events mentioned, don’t worry—they will come back to Pokémon Go eventually. You might also be able to trade your other Pokémon for Gigantamax Pokémons as far as someone is open to sharing theirs.)
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