Summary
- Gigantamax Kingler makes its debut in Pokemon GO on February 1 during the Max Battle Day event.
- Players can use Max Mushrooms to boost damage in battles.
- Event bonuses include increased Max Particle collection, Power Spot battles, and enhanced XP rewards.
Pokemon GO is set to introduce Gigantamax Kingler on February 1, a thrilling addition to the game's growing list of Gigantamax forms. Last year, the game received a significant update that introduced Dynamax and Gigantamax features, which have since been gradually expanding.
Gigantamax is a unique type of Dynamax that not only amplifies a Pokemon's size and strength but also alters its appearance and grants special abilities known as G-Max Moves. In the main series, 32 Pokemon can undergo Gigantamaxing, but only six have been available in Pokemon GO so far, with Gigantamax Lapras being the most recent addition. The upcoming event promises to expand this list further.
Gigantamax Kingler Debuts at Pokemon GO's Upcoming Max Battle Day
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2 pm to 5 pm local time
New Pokemon: Gigantamax Kingler (available in six-star Max Battles)
Players can use Max Mushrooms to enhance their battle performance
New $7.99 bundle on the Pokemon GO Web Store, featuring six packs of Max Particles
Event bonuses:
- Max Particle collection limit increased to 1600
- All Power Spots will host Gigantamax Battles
- Power Spots will refresh more frequently
- Power Spots will yield 8x more particles
Additional bonuses on February 1 from 1 pm to 5 pm local time:
- Double Max Particles when exploring
- 1/4 the usual distance required to earn particles
New $5 ticket offering:
- 1 Max Mushroom
- 25000 XP
- Double XP from Max Battles
- Max Particle collection limit increased to 5600
During the Max Battle Day event, players can collect up to 1600 Max Particles, essential for participating in Pokemon GO's Max Battles. Power Spots will exclusively host Gigantamax Battles, refresh more often, and provide 8x more particles. From 12 am to 5 pm on February 1, players will earn twice as many particles while exploring and need only a quarter of the usual distance to gather Max Particles. A $5 ticket will offer 1 Max Mushroom, 25000 XP, double XP from Max Battles, and increase the Max Particle collection limit to 5600. Additionally, a $7.99 box with six particle packs will be available on the Pokemon GO Web Store.
Max Battle Day is one of several exciting events scheduled for February, but it's not the first. The Lunar New Year event, running from January 29 to February 1, will precede it. While Gigantamax Kingler won't feature in this event, players can anticipate other engaging activities, including the return of Shadow Ho-Oh during a Shadow Raid Day on January 19, and the introduction of more Galar Pokemon in the coming days.
