Ultimate Guide to Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Go: How to Obtain Them and Unlock G-Max Moves Explained

Pokémon Go Gigantamax: How to Get Gigantamax Pokémon and G-Max Moves Explained

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What is Gigantamax?

Overview

Gigantamax refers to certain Pokémon whose appearance alters when they Dynamax in Pokémon Go. Added during the Max Out Season, these powerful Pokémon serve as formidable opponents but are valuable assets when captured.

Key Concepts

• G-Max Moves: Special moves only available to Gigantamax Pokémon.
• Max Battles: Battles against Gigantamax Pokémon differ from standard Max Battles.
• Current Gigantamax Pokémon: A list of Gigantamax Pokémon available in the game.

How to Obtain Gigantamax Pokémon

Defeating Gigantamax Pokémon

To catch a Gigantamax Pokémon, defeat it in a Max Battle at a Power Spot. After defeating it, you'll have a limited number of Premier Balls to attempt the catch. If unsuccessful, you must win another Max Battle.

Tips for Success

• Gigantamax Pokémon are exceptionally powerful, classified as six-star bosses. Teaming up with other players is highly recommended.
• Remote Raid Passes cannot be used for Max Battles; players must participate in person.
• You cannot evolve a Dynamax Pokémon into a Gigantamax Pokémon; they must be caught as such.

Understanding Gigantamax Max Battles

Differences from Regular Max Battles

• Entry Cost: Entering requires 800 Max Particles.
• Player Limit: Up to 40 players can participate in Gigantamax Max Battles, split into groups.
• Power Level: Gigantamax Pokémon are categorized as tougher than typical Dynamax Pokémon.

Battle Mechanics

Despite the differences, the core rules are unchanged. You must build energy to enter Dynamax/Gigantamax form and can cheer on allies if your Pokémon faint.

G-Max Move Explained

What is a G-Max Move?

A G-Max Move is a unique attack available to each Gigantamax Pokémon, differing from its Fast Attack and adaptable through leveling with Max Particles and Candy.

Max Moves Available

• Max Guard: Reduces damage from the Power Spot Boss.
• Max Spirit: Heals both your Pokémon and allies.

Current Gigantamax Pokémon

List of Available Gigantamax Forms

32 Gigantamax forms have been released, although not all are currently available in Pokémon Go. Here are some examples:

• Venusaur: G-Max Vine Lash
• Charizard: G-Max Wildfire
• Blastoise: G-Max Cannonade

Best of luck capturing and battling Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Go!