Pokémon GO Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day Event Guide: Bonuses, Tickets, and More

Get ready for a Gigantamax showdown! The Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day event arrives in Pokémon GO this February, bringing with it a flurry of bonuses and a chance to encounter this powerful Pokémon in six-star Max Battles. Here's your complete guide to making the most of this exciting event.

Gigantamax Kingler Max Battle Day: Event Details

Event Date & Time

Prepare for battle! Gigantamax Kingler debuts in Pokémon GO on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM local time. Don't miss your chance to catch this colossal crustacean—and maybe even a Shiny one! Gigantamax Kingler will appear in six-star Max Battles.

Event Bonuses

This event is packed with bonuses to boost your progress:

• During the event (2 PM - 5 PM local time):

  • Increased Max Particle collection limit: 1,600
  • All Power Spots host Gigantamax Battles
  • More frequent Power Spot refreshes
  • 8x Max Particles from Power Spots

• From 12 AM to 5 PM local time:

  • 2x Max Particles from exploring
  • 1/4 adventuring distance to receive Max Particles

Note: To benefit from the last two bonuses, collect all Max Particles from the Nearby menu beforehand. Regularly check the Nearby menu for the Max Particles icon.

Event Exclusives & Tickets

For a limited time, grab the event-exclusive Timed Research for $5 (or equivalent). Available from 2 PM to 5 PM local time on February 1st, it rewards:

• 1 Max Mushroom
• 25,000 XP

Additionally, you'll enjoy:

• 2x XP from Max Battles
• Increased Max Particle collection limit: 5,600

Tickets can be purchased and gifted to Great Friends or higher, but only until 4 PM local time. Remember, purchases are non-refundable and can't be made with PokéCoins.

Tips for Success

• Max Mushrooms: Utilize Max Mushrooms to temporarily double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage during Max Battles. You can use multiple for extended boosts, though the multiplier won't increase.
• Team Up: Teamwork makes the dream work! Use Campfire to find Max Battles and connect with other Trainers.

Pokémon GO is available now.