Gigantamax Machamp Raid Day: Weaknesses, Best Counters & Shiny Guide

In the world of Pokemon Go, it’s been announced that the formidable Machamp character will soon receive its Gigantamax transformation. This transformation will take place during a special Max Battle Day event. To effectively combat Gigantamax Machamp and exploit its weaknesses, consider these recommended counter strategies.

Ever since Niantic’s game launched the Max Out Season, we’ve been seeing Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokemon pop up more frequently.

Instead of frequently showing up, new Dynamax Pokemon are typically what we witness. However, it’s Gigantamax forms that have been making an appearance approximately every two months, and it’s the Pokemon from Kanto that have been grabbing everyone’s attention so far.

Following the appearance of Gigantamax Kingler and Snorlax, we’re now ready to introduce Gigantamax Machamp on stage. This is being done to wrap up the Might and Mastery season in a fitting manner.

Gigantamax Machamp weaknesses in Pokemon Go

In its pure Fighting form, a Gigantamax Machamp is vulnerable to attacks from Fairy, Flying, and Psychic-based moves. Since there are no Fairy-type Dynamax or Gigantamax beings around, players should concentrate on those Pokemon that fall under the Flying and Psychic categories.

Instead, steer clear of employing any Pokémon equipped with Bug, Dark, or Rock-typed moves, as these won’t inflict substantial damage in the battle.

Remember that only fellow Gigantamax or Dynamax Pokemon are eligible in Max Battles.

Gigantamax Machamp best counters

Despite being relatively fresh additions to the game, there are several effective strategies you can employ to defeat a G-Max Machamp.

The top picks for these battles are Dynamax Metagross, Gigantamax Charizard, and Dynamax Moltres, because they effectively exploit the vulnerabilities of a Gigantamax Machamp while avoiding its strengths.

If you’re in need of a powerful Psychic-type creature, don’t forget that during the Max Battle Raid Day, there will be a free Timed Research task available! Completing this research will reward you with an encounter featuring Dynamax Beldum. Once evolved into Metagross, you can take on the Kanto fighter in battle!

Furthermore, it’s beneficial to have some Gigantamax options at hand, like Gengar and Kingler. These Pokémon will inflict significantly more damage compared to their Dynamax versions.

How to get Gigantamax Machamp in Pokemon Go

On Sunday, May 25, 2025, between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM local time, the debut of Gigantamax Machamp will take place during its dedicated “Max Battle Day”. During this period, you’ll find G-Max Machamp as a challenging 6-Star Max Battle boss.

Just a reminder: Starting from May 13, players have the convenience to participate in Max Battles from any location, thanks to the availability of Remote Raid Passes that allow them to join raids at Power Spots remotely.

To engage in a Gigantamax battle, players need to spend 800 Max Particles, which they can gather by visiting Power Spots every day. If you don’t manage to beat the Max Battle boss, your Max Particles will be refunded so you can give it another go.

It’s important to mention that these unique beings can’t be captured when they’re in their colossal forms. Consequently, after overcoming Gigantamax Machamp, trainers will have an opportunity to attempt catching a standard Machamp equipped with the Gigantamax ability instead.

How to evolve Machamp into Gigantamax Machamp

Gigantamax Pokemon represent enhanced versions of specific creatures, but unlike standard evolution processes, they’re temporal transformations exclusively for combat purposes, rather than permanent changes in form.

In simpler terms, players are unable to transform Machamp into Gigantamax Machamp through evolution. However, they can battle and capture an ordinary Machamp with the Gigantamax ability. During a Max Battle, this Machamp will assume its giant form for the duration of the fight.

Gigantamax Machamp CP in Pokemon Go

Just as every Raid Boss in the game, capturing CP Gigantamax Machamp following its defeat in a Max Battle will result in a change in its CP. Additionally, specific weather conditions can boost this CP.

Max Battle Raid boss CP	TBD
CP range once captured	1667 – 1746
Machamp max CP (Level 50)	3455

Gigantamax Machamp stats & moves

As a pure Fighting-type Pokemon, Gigantamax Machamp has the following stats:

ATTACK	DEFENSE	STAMINA	CP
234	159	207	3455

Fast Moves

Karate Chop (Fighting/STAB)
Bullet Punch (Steel)
Counter (Fighting/STAB)

Charged Moves

Cross Chop (Fighting/STAB)
Stone Edge (Rock)
Submission ((Fighting/STAB/Legacy Move)
Rock Slide (Rock)
Close Combat (Fighting/STAB)
Dynamic Punch (Fighting/STAB)
Heavy Slam (Steel)
Payback (Dark/Legacy Move)
G-Max Chi Strike (Fighting/STAB)

Can Gigantamax Machamp be Shiny?

Indeed, it’s possible for a Gigantamax Machamp to appear Shiny in Pokemon Go, as Niantic has revealed that they will introduce this unique version of Machamp on the same day the Pokemon becomes available.

You’ll effortlessly spot the Gigantamax Machamp due to its unusual vibrant green hue, quite distinct from its usual gray. Interestingly, even its black pants will transform into a darker shade of green.

Keep in mind that it’s quite rare to come across a Shiny Pokémon because there’s no specific trick or strategy for ensuring an encounter with one.

To boost their odds, trainers should engage in battles against numerous Gigantamax Machamps during the Max Battle Day events, as this will eventually lead them to encountering what they seek.

Here’s what you need to know regarding Gigantamax Machamp’s vulnerabilities and top strategies for countering it in Pokemon Go. Don’t miss out on the newest Pokemon Go happenings, such as the ongoing Community Day and Spotlight Hours.

2025-05-23 21:21