Get Ready for Dynamax Pokémon in Pokémon GO's Max Out Season!
Pokémon GO is thrilled to announce the arrival of Dynamax Pokémon in the upcoming Max Out season! This exciting addition brings a whole new dimension to gameplay. Learn more about this electrifying update and the season's events below.
Max Out Season: September 10th - September 15th
The Max Out season kicks off September 10th at 10:00 a.m. local time and runs until September 15th at 8:00 p.m. local time. Prepare for a giant-sized adventure! This season introduces Dynamax Pokémon battles, alongside special events and rewards.
Initial Dynamax Pokémon Encounters:
Trainers can battle and catch Dynamax versions of these Pokémon in 1-star Max Battles:
- Bulbasaur
- Charmander
- Squirtle
- Skwovet
- Wooloo
These Dynamax Pokémon, along with their evolutions, can be Dynamaxed themselves. Plus, there's a chance to encounter Shiny versions!
Event Activities:
- Special Field Research: Complete event-themed tasks for rewards.
- PokéStop Showcases: Show off your event Pokémon and compete for prizes.
- Seasonal Special Research: A story-driven research quest focused on Max Battles, offering rewards like Max Particles and a new avatar item. Available from September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. local time to December 3rd, 2024, at 9:59 a.m. local time.
Max Particle Pack Bundle:
Stock up on Max Particles! A bundle containing 4,800 Max Particles will be available on the Pokémon GO web store for $7.99 starting September 8th, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. PDT.
Future Updates:
Rumors suggest the arrival of Power Spots next month, serving as key locations for Max Battles and Max Particle collection. While Niantic hasn't confirmed this, it's certainly an exciting prospect!
Mega Evolution and Gigantamax:
Pokémon GO senior producer John Funtanilla confirmed that some Dynamax-capable Pokémon will also be able to Mega Evolve. However, information regarding Gigantamax Pokémon remains scarce, though it was previously teased. Niantic promises further details soon.
Prepare for an epic adventure filled with gigantic Pokémon!