An electrifying Max Battle Weekend awaits with Dynamax Raikou!
Dynamax Raikou Max Battle Weekend
Saturday, March 15, at 6:00 a.m. to Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. local time
Dynamax Debut!
The following Pokémon will make its Pokémon GO Dynamax debut in five-star Max Battles!
Dynamax Raikou*
Event Bonuses
The following bonuses will be active during the event.
- Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600
- 1/4 adventuring distance to receive Max Particles*
- Power Spots will refresh more frequently
- 8× Max Particles from Power Spots
The following bonus will be active from Monday, March 10, at 6:00 a.m. to Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. local time.
- 3/4 Max Particle cost for unlocking and powering up Max Moves
Timed Research
There will be a free Timed Research opportunity available to Trainers starting Monday, March 10, 2025, at 6:00 a.m. local time.
Complete the Timed Research to encounter a Dynamax Drilbur to round out your battle team when you take on Dynamax Raikou! Timed Research tasks will also award Drilbur Candy, Max Particles, and more to help power up your battle team.
Max out your chances for victory with Campfire!
Campfire makes it easier than ever to find both Max Battles and other Trainers to help you take them on. View nearby Max Battle and Flare activity within Pokémon GO by tapping the green icon under the compass in the top right of the map view, and check out meetups online on the Campfire Map!
Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.
—The Pokémon GO team
