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Pokémon GO: Kingler Max Raid Day Guide

Author : Ryan Mar 14,2025

Get ready for the Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day event in Pokémon GO this February! This exciting event, featuring six-star Max Battles against the colossal Kingler, also boasts a wealth of bonuses. Here's your complete guide to maximizing your February 2025 event experience.

Pokemon GO 8th Anniversary Artwork featuring giant Wartortle, with the Dynamax symbol added

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Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Date & Time

Prepare for battle! Gigantamax Kingler makes its Pokémon GO debut on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM local time. Don't miss your chance to encounter this powerful Pokémon, and maybe even a Shiny one!

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Bonuses

This event is packed with bonuses to help you succeed. During the event (2 PM to 5 PM local time):

  • Max Particle collection limit increased to 1,600
  • All Power Spots host Gigantamax Battles
  • Power Spots refresh more frequently
  • 8x Max Particles from Power Spots

Even better, from 12 AM to 5 PM local time on February 1st:

  • 2x Max Particles from exploring
  • 1/4 adventuring distance to receive Max Particles (requires collecting all Nearby Max Particles)

Remember to regularly check your Nearby menu for Max Particles throughout the day!

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Exclusives & Tickets

For a boosted experience, consider purchasing the event-exclusive Timed Research for $5 (or local equivalent). Available from 2 PM to 5 PM local time on February 1st, it offers:

  • 1 Max Mushroom
  • 25,000 XP
  • 2x XP from Max Battles
  • Max Particle collection limit increased to 5,600

You can also gift tickets to Great Friends or higher, but remember, these are only available until 4 PM local time and are non-refundable.

Tips for Success

To maximize your chances of victory, utilize Max Mushrooms to temporarily double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage during Max Battles. Team up with other Trainers using Campfire to locate battles and share the experience. Good luck!

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